Jordan 4 Retro Red Metallic

Jordan 4 Retro Red Metallic

Details

Colorway
White / University Red / Metallic Silver
Style Code
CT8527-112
Release Date
May 21, 2020
Department
Men
Brand
Jordan
Model
Air Jordan 4

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Check the Jordan 4 Retro Metallic Pack - University Red 2020

Tinker Hatfield changed up the game on his second of many Air Jordan designs by amping up the performance and breathability. He kept the AJ 3's mid-cut height, the visible Air unit in the heel and the "Nike Air" emblem on the back. Hatfield also retained the signature Jumpman logo on the tongue.

The Air Jordan 4 implemented a more utilitarian approach. Here's what made it stand apart:

  • Cost-effective Durabuck synthetic leather upper that wipes clean with ease
  • An encapsulated Air unit added to the forefoot
  • The word “Flight” incorporated into the Jumpman logo—Air Jordan is meant to fly, after all
  • The addition of “wings,” a multiport lacing system with extra holes for a customized fit and enhanced lateral support
  • A pull tab added to the heel for an easier wearing experience
  • “Over-molded” mesh paneling for increased breathability, the netting was coated with urethane, dipped in soft plastic, then air-blown to remove the plastic from the net’s gaps

History of the Air Jordan 4

On May 7, 1989, the world witnessed "The Shot", an impossible feat for anyone other than His Airness. Michael Jordan pulled off this legendary buzzer-beater with assistance from his Black Cement Air Jordan 4s. It was MJ's fifth year in the league and a brilliant display of his growing dominance as a superstar.

The same could be said for Tinker Hatfield, the lead designer for the Air Jordan line. After the tremendous success of the Air Jordan 3, Hatfield had his work cut out for him. Coming on the heels of one of the most popular sneaker designs ever, did he dare mess with the formula? He opted to keep the overall design similar to its predecessor but boosted the performance features.

If the Air Jordan 3 saved Nike's partnership with Jordan, the Air Jordan 4 cemented it—primarily due to the inspired design efforts of Hatfield.

Jordan 4 Retro Metallic Pack - University Red 2020

Part of the Metallic Pack, the Jordan Retro Metallic University Red brings a new take to the classic silhouette. The Jordan 4 Retro features a white base with white following through to even the wings, soles, and heel where you may expect a pop of color. Metallic red makes an appearance on the sneaker’s lace eyelets, matching the red found on the bottom of the sneaker and the tongue. These white with red accent shoes also have red Jumpman logos on both the tongue and the heel.

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