Browsing the "Air Jordan II" Tag
AIR JORDAN II The Air Jordan II was released in 1986 as the second sneaker in Michael Jordan’s line with Nike. Like its predecessor the model was led by designers Bruce Kilgore and Peter Moore, this time coming with a much more unique creation that toned down the Swoosh branding quite a bit. The sneakers were famously originally produced in Italy, boasting fine leather construction for a more luxurious feel.
May 29th, 2011 by John K.
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Recall the first time we showed you the Air Jordan 2.0, and it’s likely that you stared at your computer screen with a quizzical look. A 360 Max-Air cushioned Air Jordan hybrid shoe took some getting used to, but a look at this upcoming Black/Red/Green colorway should have you completely sold. Not only is the colorway fiercely on point (a Rasta-like combination reminiscent of the OG colorway of the Spiz’ike), the materials used on this colorway are more than impressive, as the nubuck upper is paired with a faux-croc skin section with distressed leather on the toe mudguard. The question is, how would this colorway, along with the materials, look on an Air Jordan II Retro? Check out these new detailed images after the jump and let us know what you think. via kickslab.
Air Jordan 2.0
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May 26th, 2011 by Aaron Hope
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Yet more Air Jordan 2.0 goodness this week as today we have our best look yet at the colorway revealed here on Sneaker News earlier this week. The AJ 2.0 demands attention in this black nubuck and textured leather getup, the red, green and white accents evoking images of the initial Air Jordan Spiz’ike colorway that hit retailers in early ’07. The AJII could be considered the first ‘bookend’ to the Spizike’s design elements, so it’s almost poetic to see this palette reproduced on an upgraded version. Click through to see some additional angles and if you’d like to grab a pair before they hit retail, consider contacting MarqueeSole.
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May 26th, 2011 by Aaron Hope
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It’s been quite a week for the Air Jordan 2.0 as the initial colorway was spotted on eBay in advance of next week’s official release date and a new edition was revealed in mens and kids sizes. Furthering the Max Air-cushioned momentum is this new kids-first preview of another Air Jordan 2.0 release we’ll see later this year, this pair offering a twist on the glut of grey sneakers we’ve seen in recent months thanks to the golden accents on the tongue and full-length Air bubble. Click through to see a series of additional angles and check with Air-Randy for an early stock of this kids Air Jordan 2.0 in US sizes 4-7.
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May 25th, 2011 by Aaron Hope
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Just yesterday, Sneaker News gave you a viewing of the first Air Jordan 2.0 in grade school sizes, and today we have word that this bold new colorway will also release in men’s. This AJ2.0 has a bit of a festive feel thanks to a colorway that’s somewhere in between bred, Cinco de Mayo and Christmas, but you might also call to mind images of the Black History Month Air Force 1s from 2009 and ’10. Interestingly enough, they’re not timed to meet up with any of these so we’ll just appreciate the palette for what it is, and you can see more images when you click on the jump below. Let us know what you think and if you want to get yours early hit up eBay regular Air-Randy, who’s selling US mens sizes 8-12 through Facebook.
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May 24th, 2011 by Aaron Hope
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We just showed you some new images of the initial Air Jordan 2.0 colorway, and though this Saturday, May 28th release is the only one we’ve seen so far in previews, it’s certainly not the only release you’ll see. Case in point: this new Air Jordan 2.0 GS. They’re more on the ‘grade school’ side of things than a girls/ladies release thanks to a palette that would have been well suited for the beginning of this month as a Cinco de Mayo themed drop. But as it stands, this vaguely Christmas-y look is an upcoming release, and you can see more when you click on the jump below. Let us know what you think and be sure to stick with Sneaker News for new developments including the US release date. via Air-Randy
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May 24th, 2011 by Aaron Hope
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The Air Jordan Legacy is a story so perfect, not even the best Hollywood writers could have scripted it. Michael Jordan’s career path is unparalleled and his signature sneaker line set several standards, so it’s somewhat understandable that purists appear peeved when Jordan Brand ‘tampers’ with the classics. And while Fusions and other hybrids will always have their fair share of detractors, you can’t argue too hard against the execution of the Air Jordan 2.0. On one hand, it’s a perfectly replicated take on the model Mike wore during his first NBA Slam Dunk Contest victory, but on the other, you get the cutting-edge performance advantage from 360-degree Max Air. Click through to see more angles and look for the Air Jordan 2.0 at select JB retailers like West this Saturday or get yours right now on eBay.
Air Jordan 2.0
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May 15th, 2011 by Aaron Hope
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Video analysis of the 1987 NBA Slam Dunk Contest shows that Michael Jordan’s vertical was an astounding 42.6 inches; could he have gotten even higher with the aid of Air Max cushioning? The Air Jordan 2.0 won’t rewrite history but it is certainly a performance-oriented upgrade to one of the Air Jordan Legacy’s sleeper hits. This first colorway is the same as the one MJ wore during that February ’87 dunk-off vs. Dominique Wilkins, save the black misdole on the OG AJII being swapped for a Varsity Red 360-degree Max Air unit. Click through to see more shots of the first Air Jordan 2.0 colorway that’ll be hitting US retailers on June 4th and stick with Sneaker News in case they become available early. via Sneak-r
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May 12th, 2011 by John K.
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The 1997 NBA Draft was one of the more underrated draft classes of our generation, producing future Hall Of Famer Tim Duncan and NBA stars Tracy McGrady and Chauncey Billups. Although it didn’t pan out as well as they’d hoped, the Cleveland Cavaliers were excited about their new youngster backcourt, comprised of Stanford point guard Brevin Knight and Kentucky standout Derek Anderson. Anderson (with his finely trimmed goatee) was later picked up as a Jordan Brand athlete, as made evident by the Air Jordan Player Exclusive he wore throughout his career, like this Air Jordan II Low with ‘Loyal 1′ stitched on the upper. Anderson’s career didn’t exactly live up to the MJ standard (then again, whose did?), but he did manage to take home a championship ring in 2006 as a supporting player with the Miami Heat. Check out the rest of the gallery below and check out the auction from check_the_footwork on eBay.
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