AIR JORDAN V The Air Jordan V released in 1990 and was designed by Tinker Hatfield. It debuted the reflective material on the tongue as well as the translucent outsole. The original colorways of the Air Jordan V is the Black/Metallic, ‘Grape’, ‘Fire Red’, and White/Black/Red.
It all started with that Air Jordan IV, showing up with the monochrome blocking on top that was unlike any Air Jordan colorway we’d seen before. After that the Air Jordan XVI and Air Jordan XII did the same, suggesting that the super colorful pairs were part of some over-arching theme never to make it to retail, sort of in the same vein as the ‘History of Flight’ or ‘Pantone’ series. Well folks, Pandora’s box has officially been opened-it turns out the set spans quite the range, starting at the Air Jordan 1 and reaching all the way up to last year’s Air Jordan 2011, created strictly for display purposes in the Spring 2011 season just like the aforementioned collections. Every two pairs along the way sports a slightly different shade, with the 25 separate models included pretty much spanning what the rainbow has to offer. Hit the jump with us to check out the crazy Air Jordan ‘Rainbow Pack’ courtesy of brokeonjordans on eBay and let us know which pair among them you like the most. Photos: brokeonjordans
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There exists within the sneakerhead community a certain group who appreciate the little differences that sometimes come along with the latest Air Jordan Retro colorway, noting that it’s these quick signals that can easily identify a particular issue’s exact vintage with just a glance. They seem to be a small minority, however, and are most certainly a less vocal group than the purists who want the same exact details that defined the OGs. The single detail that’s commanded more attention than any other is the presence of ‘NIKE AIR’ on the heel of early Air Jordan Retros, the first series of which remained true to their original branding. But as Jordan Brand became its own unit within Nike, Inc., we’ve gradually seen all of these familiar icons replaced by the equally beloved Jumpman.
Even with this unmistakable icon in place, every new set of photos for a model like the Air Jordan IV that’s enjoying the 23rd anniversary treatment in 2012, we continue to see numerous comments begging for the pre-2001 build style, and that movement has hit a critical mass with a new Facebook petition to Bring Back ‘NIKE AIR’ to Jordans III-VI. It’s hard to say whether something like will actually end up on an important desk in Beaverton, but given that last year’s Nike Mag 2011 release was preceded by similar fan-based efforts, is it possible that Jordan Brand might make us even happier? They’ve undoubtedly hit the nail on the head when it comes to gauging fan sentiment demanding more Retros; would Jays take over even more of your life if new drops more closely resembled the OGs? via DeFY
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Kawhi Leonard was recently crowned by Sneaker News as the NBA Feet Rookie of the Year, as he spent the entire season with the Spurs honing his craft at the direction of some of the best of our generation while keeping things stylish on his feet. He has consistently foregone the basic team-based shoe and opted for snazzier Black/White/Grey kicks like the Air Jordan XIV ‘Light Graphite’ and the Nike Zoom Rookie LWP, and he certainly helped the Spurs sweep the Jazz last night while wearing the Air Jordan V ‘Wolf Grey’. However impressive that may be, that NBA Feet crown of the night doesn’t go to him, as 2011 NBA Feet MVP and All-NBA Feet First Team 2012 member Gilbert Arenas wore the Air Jordan IV ‘Lightning’ (despite getting just five minutes of PT). More of Kawhi and Gilbert below, so take a look! Photos: ESPN/coachdavemiller
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If you have an Air Jordan PE this luxuriously built for your wedding, chances are the reception party was ‘ballin’. Here’s another look at one of the more sentimental Air Jordan PE’s we’ve seen – the Air Jordan V ‘Wedding’ Edition in the ‘Home’ white colorway. We spotted it earlier during the breathtaking Air Jordan display at KPALS 2012, but before that, you might’ve remembered the black colorway that resembled the legendary DMP package of 2006. The big day for the lucky Jordan Brand exec who had these made for him was November 3rd 2006, which falls right in the middle of the Air Jordan V Retro push of that time, making the Nike Air embroidery on the heel that much more special. Which pair do you think was worn on the wedding day? The color white is reserved for the bride only, but i’m sure she would not have minded her husband rocking these at the altar. We’ve got an in-depth detailed look at this PE below so take a look and let us know what you think. Photos: kenlu
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Both situated near the very top of the list of non-Bulls Air Jordan colorways, the Air Jordan V ‘Grape’ and Air Jordan VIII ‘Aqua’ share a common recipe for success: adding teal and purple accents to one of Tinker Hatfield’s masterpieces. And seeing as we haven’t seen either retroed in recent years, sneaker customizer Rudnes decided to give us both in a single black leather package. The Air Jordan V ‘From Grape to Aqua’ looks exactly as its name would suggest, though there’s no use of the VIII’s signature graffiti print as you might expect from a project of this sort. Click through to see the blackout up close, let us know what you think and if a ‘Grape’ Air Jordan VIII is something worth executing. via Paint or Thread
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There’s been a barrage of ‘Feet’ in the past week thanks to the NCAA March Madness Tournament and some sick NBA in-game sightings like Monta Ellis’ double-Bred attack. Of course, neither can compare to what Sneaker News readers have been submitting, because this week was filled with another twenty of neck-breakers and old gems. Just to name a few – the Nike Mag 2011, the Air Jordan X in one of the OG City Series releases, the Air Jordan V ‘Quai 54′ in Black, and OG Air Jordan Vs for kids. There’s sixteen more that round out this amazing group, so check ‘em all out below, vote for your favorite, and submit your own kicks to Sneaker News Blogs: WDYWT!
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It can be argued that the Air Jordan V ‘Grape’ is the greatest non-Bulls colorway of an Air Jordan ever created, even so much that the ‘Aqua’ that followed it in the Air Jordan VIII might be at number two. That combination of Aqua Blue and Purple has become such a significant color-scheme in the Air Jordan line despite it showing up very infrequently, and it’s become one of the most ‘attempted’ custom Air Jordans. Clearly, when done meticulously, the results are outstanding. Here’s a look at a pair of Air Jordan V Low ‘Grape’ Customs, done by ShowtimeXII of NT; finding the necessary components for this custom was no easy task, as the Air Jordan V Low was created in women’s sizes only the ShowtimeXII wears a size 12.0 in mens (but he settled for a WMNS 13.0). The tongue is undoubtedly the keynote feature of the Air Jordan V, so how would he get a ‘Grape’ tongue? By transplanting it from a pair of Air Jordan Force Fusion V in the ‘Grape’ colorway. $105 later, all the pieces were in place – it was just a matter of getting the job done. He first replaced the tongue, then repainted the midsole exactly like the Grapes, resulting in a perfect low-top recreation of one of the greatest Air Jordans of all-time. Check out the detailed gallery of the customs as well as a step-by-step photo-journal of the process and let us know if you’d cop if these ever hit stores!
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College basketball has been at season-high level of intensity with the ongoing Conference tournaments leading up to the Big Dance. In this recap of the games that occurred over the course of the last few days, you’ll notice that these kids like to match the top-flight level of play with one of the sickest sneaker rotations we’ve ever seen. Air Jordan Retros from almost a decade ago, Air Foamposite Ones, Player Exclusives and Nike iD colorways of the Zoom KD IV, LeBron 9, and Zoom Kobe VII – you name it, it’s in here. You can definitely expect the usual sneaker-head college names in here as well – schools like Syracuse, UConn, San Diego State, Washington, and plenty more. What are you waiting for? Check out the NCAA Feet recap after the jump and let us know what your favorite is! via ESPN
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