Who should buy the Air Jordan 18 Retro
The Air Jordan 18 was originally released in February 2003 at $175. Inspired by Formula 1 racing cars and designed by Wilson Smith III, this Black/Sport Royal release comes with a slide box, a driver’s manual, a towel, and a brush. On April 16, 2003, after 15 NBA seasons, Michael Jordan took his final bow wearing the Black-Sport Royal colorway in a match between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Washington Wizards.
You'd have this pair if:
- Yo're grand on the best kind of comfort on the court to support your explosive performance.
- You're an Air Jordan fanatic, and you couldn't get enough of this retro style in suede.
Air Jordan 18 Retro's enhanced midsole setup
The Air Jordan 18 Retro features a full-length Zoom Air unit in the midsole. The heel has a double-stacked Zoom unit similar to those in the Nike Air Foamposite One and Nike Air Foamposite Pro. This setup provides beyond imaginable comfort for wearers.
Michael Jordan was nearing his third and last retirement when the shoe came out, and he needed more cushioning than ever to protect his muscles and joints. Therefore, the removable insole has carbon fiber for additional support. This setup is considered rare in basketball shoes.
Supreme outsole of Air Jordan 18 Retro
When it comes to ensuring no-fail traction, the herringbone pattern is a definite winner. The Air Jordan 18 Retro delivers maximum court control and grip because of the wavy herringbone on its outsole.
With a carbon fiber shank at the midfoot, stability is ensured for lateral and linear footwork.
Stable and secure lockdown
Quick athletes like guards need complete lockdown and stability. The Air Jordan Retro 18 has the traditional lacing system beneath a leather shroud that comes with a magnetic strip.
The rounded heel and rubber heel counter help with stability and foot containment.
18 Retro's upper construction
Depending on the colorway, the upper of the Air Jordan 18 Retro is made of either leather or suede. The tongue is made of wired mesh for ventilation.
There are two plastic eyelets on each side of the top of the midfoot for a customized fit. The side panels have air vents that provide additional breathability.
Air Jordan 18's cool retro style
The sleek and elegant mid-top silhouette of the Air Jordan 18 Retro is inspired by an Italian car. The aglets are made of chrome-tip plastic that is styled with Jumpman logos. The heel counter features a tire-like pattern. The Jumpman logos are found on the midfoot and outsole. The “JORDAN” callouts are strategically placed on the heel and the underside of the midfoot shroud.
The minimalistic and clean design of the Air Jordan 18 Retro looks great with skinny jeans or short pants exposing the upper of the shoe.
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