Nike Debuts Air Jordan 4 RM Sneakers

First breaking cowl in 1989, the Air Jordan 4 was initially designed as a basketball shoe, although within the roughly three-and-a-half-decades for the reason that AJ4’s debut, it’s change into one of the iconic and sought-after sneakers of all time. Earlier this 12 months, the Air Jordan model introduced it had returned to the drafting board with a view to ship a remastered model of Tinker Hatfield’s iconic 1989 launch referred to as the Air Jordan 4 RM.

Placing a recent spin on its predecessor’s timeless design, the Air Jordan 4 RM is crafted round a set of leather-based uppers set atop rubber outsoles full with the model’s signature Max Air heel cushioning. Drawing inspiration from the unique pair, the RM-spec AJ4s additionally sport a the wing, eyestay, and heel which have all been built-in right into a single versatile TPU cage that wraps the skin of the shoe. Gone is the mesh netting, although the multi-directional herring bone stays in play, as do the Jumpman logos adorning the only and tongue and its predecessor’s wavy mudguard. The heels additionally boast a truncated model of the unique AJ4’s pull tabs — which come emblazoned in Nike Air logos. 

Just like the sneakers that they’re primarily based on, the AJ4 RM options an total look that’s as versatile as it’s fashion-forward. BMW star Nigel Sylvester splendidly demonstrated this along with his personal variations of the AJ4 RM — which very a lot lend themselves to driving, although are simply as conducive to make use of on the court docket or being paired with streetwear outfits. The streamlined parts give this pair a extra trendy really feel, whereas leaving little doubt as to the shoe that they’re primarily based on. It may be arduous to inform whether or not a brand new pair of sneakers will ultimately tackle the standing of being a future basic, however all indicators level to the Air Jordan 4 RM falling squarely into that class. 

The Air Jordan 4 RM is offered now, with pricing set at $150.