THE AIR JORDAN 3 RETRO: TRIBUTE TO A LEGEND
In 1988, while wearing the original Air Jordan III, Mike earned his second dunk title, locked down league MVP and was named Defensive Player of the Year. The Air Jordan 3 Retro Men's Shoe celebrates these inspiring moments ? and the hero who created them.
BENEFITS
Full grain Nubuck leather for durability
Nike Air units for cushioning and impact protection
Tough external heel counter for excellent support
Cushy foam midsole for a plush feel
Rubber outsole with circular traction pattern for grip on a variety of surfaces
SIGNATURE DETAILS
The Air Jordan III redefined the concept of signature shoes. The original was the first Jordan shoe to feature the iconic elephant print and Jumpman logo that fans have come to know and expect, as well as the first to boast visible Nike Air.
CUSHIONING
In the forefoot of the Air Jordan 3 Retro Men's Shoe, trademark Nike Air--pressurized air inside a tough yet flexible bag--offers lightweight cushioning and comfort. And in the heel, a visible Nike Air unit retains maximum air volume for excellent impact protection while walking, running or shooting hoops on the blacktop.
ORIGINS
Since his game-winning shot that brought the National Championship to North Carolina, Michael Jordan has been at the forefront of basketball consciousness. He took the court in 1985 wearing the original Air Jordan I, setting a new standard for performance and style, simultaneously breaking league rules and his opponents' will while capturing the imagination of fans worldwide. Ever evolving, ever at the pinnacle of imagination, the Air Jordan line is the ultimate in basketball footwear.
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| Black, Style - Color # 136064-005 |
FEATURED TECHNOLOGY
NIKE AIRDurable. Versatile. Revolutionary. Nike Air was the first air technology developed at Nike, and it changed the way we think about cushioning: encapsulated air to cushion the footstrike in athletic shoes. It remains the standard in impact protection more than 20 years after its debut.
