Air Jordan 4 “Lightning” 2006

The Air Jordan 4 “Lightning” 2006 was released on August 23, 2006, and retailed for $250. Part of Jordan Brand’s Lifestyle (LS) series, the sneakers were an online exclusive. Available in limited quantities, the “Lightning” also came with a shirt.

Air Jordan 4 Lightning 2006 History

Jordan Brand and Michael Jordan had his motorcycle racing team design a couple of Air Jordans; one is the “Lightning” Air Jordan 4. Not only did you get the sneakers, but it came with a matching shirt.

\This release had many collectors upset for a few different reasons. First, the shoes were an online exclusive, so there was no in-store pickup, and on top of that, they were limited. At the time, many would go to their local retailer to buy shoes, and online purchases weren’t as big as today. Furthermore, the retail price was $250, and even though they came with a shirt, it was much higher than people were used to paying.

Dressed in a Tour Yellow, Dark Blue Grey, and White color scheme. An inverse theme of the “Thunder,” this Air Jordan 4 comes with Tour Yellow nubuck across the upper. Next, Dark Blue Grey drapes the wings, translucent eyelets, tongue label, Jumpman on the heels, and lower part of the midsole. Other details include White on the midsole and Jumpman on the tongues, a visible Air unit in the heel, and an “Air Jordan” label on the inside of the tongue.

The shirt with the “Lightning” Air Jordan 4 features a grid pattern with multiple AJ4s, using the same colors as the “Lightning” but having various color placements.

Air Jordan 4 Lightning 2006 Release Info

The Air Jordan 4 “Lightning” was released on August 23, 2006. The retail price was $250, and it came with a shirt. The sneakers were only available via the Jumpman23 website upon the initial launch. Today, your best bet to purchase is on the secondary market, but it won’t be cheap. Resell prices range between $500 and $1,000, depending on the size and condition.

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