You asked for some sneaker porn ? Here it is ! From all sport shoes, I’d say the Air Jordan 5 is the most iconic and looked after pair of shoes for more than 20 years. They are probably the most counterfeited too ! The Air Jordan V was first released in 1990 but some newly released limited editions make the happy days of sneaker freaks. So remember the year 1990 : Phil Jackson took over as head coach for the Chicago Bulls in the 89-90 season. This gave the Bull’s an extra boost and everything was flying. Jordan kept on playing his game and set a personal best when scoring 69 points in a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. That’s history !

The design appeared to be revolutionary for a basketball shoe. A few elements were picked up from its predecessor, the Jordan IV model, but it featured an all-new reflex tounge and a see-through rubber sole which gave it a totally unique look. Also there were lacelocks which made it easy to strap them on. The legend says the design is inspired by the WW2 Mustang fighter plane and the most obvious elements that shows this are the shark teeth shapes on the midsole, which are the shoe’s signature.

The clear rubber sole has always upset collectors since it very easily turns yellow. Once it’s yellow there is no way to get it back to its original look. Seems the only way to save them is to store the shoes in a cool and dry place and never take them out of their box, which is quite paradoxical for such amazing sneakers. The shoes were retro’d in late 1999 meeting once again a great demand. Check out some models after the break !

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