Nine years of refinement produces this minimalist classic, complete with an outsole featuring symbols and languages of numerous countries. Michael helps design it and loves it unreservedly, yet for the first time never wears it in competition. Its November 1993 release follows his retirement the previous month following back-to-back-to-back championships and countless individual awards and accolades. MJ turns to pursue a childhood dream and embarks on a minor league baseball career. Naturally, the AJIX is redesigned as a baseball cleat.

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Air Jordan IX Commercial – Johnny Kilroy – Fake Retirement (Popcorn Tape)

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Air Jordan IX 1994 Original

• White-Black-True Red
• White-Black-Dark Powder Blue
• Black-Light Olive-True Red
• Black-Dark Charcoal-True Red

Air Jordan IX 2002 Retro

• White/Black-True Red
• Black/Light Olive-True Red
• White/French Blue-Flint Grey
• Medium Grey/White-Cool Grey
• White/White-Chrome (low)
• White/Blue Pearl (low)

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