Metal Ankle Eyelets Elevate This Upcoming Air Jordan 1 Mid

Mesh moves onto the toe box and quarter.

Andrew Rizzo June 12th, 2026 (updated)

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How will Jordan Brand’s planned reduction of Air Jordan 1 High releases impact the AJ1 Mid? We don’t have a solid answer yet, but logic suggests the entire Air Jordan 1 family is due for a demotion after years at the top of the mountain, something Nike Inc. has routinely spoken about in earnings calls without ever fully following through.

If we’re being honest, the Air Jordan 1 Mid would be least missed in such a world, long living up to its middle child reputation with constant neglect from the footwear crowd at large. Still, the sneaker world needs its filler. This upcoming colorway arrives in a monochrome “Summit White/Phantom/Light Smoke Grey” palette, standing out with a material swap and small details throughout. Silver metal animates the ankle eyelets, mesh covers the toe box and quarter, and the laces feature subtle reflective thread.

The Air Jordan 1 Mid “Summit White/Phantom/Light Smoke Grey” should drop soon via Nike and retailers for $135. See official images below if these speak to your taste.

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Mens Air Jordan 1 Mid

SKU: IO2050-100

RETAIL PRICE: $135

RELEASE DATE: 2026

US 2026

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Written by

Andrew Rizzo, Junior Editor

Andrew Rizzo is an editor at Sneaker News based out of New York City. His primary interests include Air Jordan, Nike ACG, Nike Air Max, and New Balance footwear. Prior to joining Sneaker News, Andrew covered youth sports for several outlets and worked at one of the world’s top performance marketing agencies. He hails from Astoria, Queens and is a huge New York sports fan, particularly when it comes to the Knicks and Yankees.