Air Jordan 2 Retro review

Who should buy the Air Jordan 2 Retro

This Air Jordan basketball shoe is a good match for you if: 

• You want a classic added to your sneaker collection
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Who should not buy the Air Jordan 2 Retro

Several verified buyers commented that this shoe is a little too hot on summer Bunny and needs better forefoot lockdown. You should check out Nike Air Jordan 13 SoleFly UK 5 BNIB as it offers breathability and Air Jordan Why Not Zer0.4 for a secure foothold.

Indoor or outdoor courts, AJ 2's traction is an ally

Several hoopers mentioned that this shoe model grips and controls court surfaces nicely. Some mentioned that it holds up well even on dusty outdoor courts. This is brought by its traction pattern, which features a combination of concentric circles, diagonal lines, and rectangles in various orientations. 

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NIKE AIR JORDAN MID ORANGE Vivid 29cmmfortable and also absorbs impact well. People who bought this pair also commented on its tongue foam padding, which protects the foot from pinching when the shoelaces are tied too tight.

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Despite having perforations in the midfoot and tongue areas, many hoopers complained about its lack of breathability.

Fits true to size

Most verified buyers agree that the Air Jordan 2 Retro runs true to size and they advise new buyers to go with their usual Jordan brand sizes. As for those with wider feet, they can go up half a size or fit the shoe first before buying.

However, some complained that this pair does not provide good arch support.

Excellent ankle containment

The rubber heel cup used on the Air Jordan 2 Retro hugs the ankle just right, according to some verified buyers.

 

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Like a typical '80s shoe, many owners of this pair mentioned that the Air Jordan 2 Retro utilizes the standard lace-up system. Once the shoe is all laced-up, a guaranteed midfoot lockdown is achieved. With the aid of the leather upper, the side panel overlays the cup of the midfoot area properly.

However, some players agree that the forefoot fit is awful. They say that their foot slides and just need a better lockdown in that area.

Materials of the Air Jordan 2 Retro

Depending on the colorway, the upper of the Air Jordan 2 Retro may come in tumbled, scale-like or quilted leather. The signature shoe is made of the finest materials from Italy.

Simply beautiful shoe details

The Air Jordan 2 Retro is a high-top sneaker that comes in basketball and lifestyle models. Some of the colorways are limited editions, while others are borne out of collaborations with luxury companies. The “JORDAN” callout is seen at the outsole. The “NIKE” callout is found at the heel counter. The prestigious “AIR JORDAN” callout and winged logo are found at the top of the tongue.

History of the Air Jordan 2 Retro

Originally released at $100 in November 1986, the Air Jordan 2 is the first Jordan shoe to not have the Swoosh. It also doesn’t have the Jumpman logo, which debuted on the Air Jordan 3. Wilson Chandler shooting in the Air Jordan mini 3 White Cement 88 Retro Air Jordan 1.

The Air Jordan 1 is released at only $65 while the AJ 2 reaches $100. Why such a huge price gap? The first Air Jordan was made in Asia. The Air Jordan 2, on the other hand, was made using premium and fine materials in Italy. Peter Moore and Bruce Kilgore designed the signature shoe, taking inspiration from the iconic Air Force 1.

The performance shoes from the Jordan brand were available in both high- and low-top versions and in two colorways. The shoe model was first retroed in 1994. In later years, the Air Jordan 2 Low was made available in women’s styles and colorways. Currently, the signature sneakers have more than 25 colorways.

The evolution of the technologies used on Air Jordan shoes is noticeable. The Air Jordan 2 is the first Jordan shoe to use polyurethane in the midsole, which is used up to the Air Jordan 9. For maximum control, the AJ 2’s outsole has a pattern that features a combination of concentric circles, diagonal lines, and rectangles in various orientations. The upper is generally made of leather. Depending on the colorway, the upper may feature a reptile, crack, or quilted design.

Colorways of the Air Jordan 2 Retro

The Air Jordan 2 Retro has been released and re-released several times since it was sketched in 1986. Through the years, Jordan has become more and more creative and innovative with its color combinations. Starting in 1987, listed below are the sleek and loud colorways of the Air Jordan 2 Retro and their release dates and prices.

Air Jordan 2 Retro x Eminem.

The Air Jordan 2 Retro x Eminem is also called the Black/Varsity Red-Stealth colorway. Released on December 18, 2008, in time for the holidays, it came with a tee shirt for only $110. It was an exclusive online release with only 313 pairs. It is one of the rarest colorways of the Jordan brand. Currently, it is sold at over $3000 in aftermarket sales.

Just Don x Air Jordan 2 Retro-All Blue

Doc C grew up in the South Side of Chicago with the Bulls, Michael Jordan, and the booming sneaker generation. In 2011, he launched a Just Don Luxury Headwear Collection. The Just Don x Air Jordan 2 Retro is a product of two legends coming together. The first colorway is an all-blue pair that was released on January 31, 2015, at $300.

Just Don x Air Jordan 2 Retro-Beach

The Beach colorway is the second in the Just Don x Air Jordan 2 Retro series. It was released in a limited number a year after the all blue colorway at a whopping $650. Don C created a connection between luxury fashion caps and signature footwear. The shoe model is originally crafted in Italy using the finest materials with quilted leather.

Air Jordan 2 Radio Raheem

The Radio Raheem colorway is the product collaboration between the Jordan brand and Spike Lee. The colorway is obtained from the “Do The Right Thing” movie directed by Lee. It is a black pair with fire pink, photo blue, and atomic orange eyelets. It comes with a white midsole and outsole, and photo blue accents in some areas. It was released on January 9, 2016 at $190.

Other Colorways of the Air Jordan 2 Retro

White/Red. This delicate and simple white and red colorway was released in 1987 at $100.

White/Red-Black. In 1994, the Air Jordan 2 was re-released at $100. It comes with a small modification. The white midsole was replaced with black. There were reports that this colorway never made it to Michael Jordan’s rotation and the prices dropped too low at $19.99 on most store racks.

Black/Chrome. On April 24, 2004, the Jordan brand released the first black colorway.

Eastside Golf x Air Jordan 1 Low DV1759-448 EU 48. Along with the Black/Chrome, the white and university blue colorway was released on April 24, 2004. It is reported to be the limited edition Melo Air Jordan 2.

White/Metallic Silver-Natural Grey. The white and metallic silver colorway was released at $300 on February 27, 2010, as a “25th Anniversary” colorway of the Air Jordan 2.

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AIR Sports JORDAN. The black and infrared colorway was released on April 12, 2014. It is a black pair with a speckled ankle and midsole. The orange accents are found on the heel counter and outsole. There are some hints of orange in other areas.

Concord. The Concord colorway has a white upper, black midsole, and blue accents. The side panels are overlaid with a white and wolf-grey crack design. These Air Jordan 2 Retro sneakers were released on May 10, 2014.

Nightshade. The Nightshade colorway has a blue-green upper. Its shoelaces and midsole are speckled with yellow and black. It was released on May 17, 2014 at $150.

Iron Purple. A Shorts after the Nightshade release, the Iron Purple was made available on May 24, 2014. It is a purple pair with orange and black accents.

Countdown Pack. The Countdown Pack is more known as the Cement colorway. This white pair has varsity red, black, and grey accents. It is one of the most sought-after colorways of the Air Jordan 2 Retro. It was released on June 7, 2014 at $220.

Wing It. The Wing It colorway comes with a white upper with black and dark grey accents. It was released at $190 on March 4, 2016.

Alternate 87. The Alternate 87 colorway is black and gym red, contrasting sharply with the original's white and red. It was released on February 6, 2016 at $190.

Q54. The Q54 is also known as the Air Jordan 2 Quai 54. It is a light bone colorway with white and metallic gold accents. It was an exclusive European release in July 2016 at $180.

Real Vs Fake Travis Scott Air Jordan 1 Low Black Phantom.  Designed by Tinker Hatfield, the white and university blue colorway was released at $300 in June 2017.

Куртка jordan весна-осінь. Designed by Tinker Hatfield in collaboration with Just Don, the arctic orange colorway was released in June 2017 at $500.

Air Jordan 2s were released for the quarter finals in 2010. The shoes were collectively known as the Air Jordan 2 Retro QF, and they come in the following colorways:

University Blue/Black-White. On July 31, 2010, the university blue and black pair was released ahead of the other QF colorways. It was priced at $375.

Black/White. On October 23, 2010, the black and white QF colorway was released.