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Like its predecessor the model was led by designers bruce kilgore and peter moore. Michael jordan, in full michael jeffrey jordan, byname air jordan, born february 17, 1963, brooklyn, new york, u. The definitive guide and history over 1,300 pictures and practically every air jordan sneaker model. Michael jordan debuted the air jordan i in 1985 in game and the nba stepped in and banned the shoe because they featured nonregulation colors.
The book was originally slated to be available days. Each sneaker includes the exact date when they first released, what they sold for in stores, color ways, and even the shoe box they came with. Jan 22, 2016 increase your jumpman knowledge with the air jordan encyclopedia 2. An annual event since its debut in 1985, each unveiling has been met with everincreasing anticipation from the media, the industry, and the buying public. With hundreds of photos, this is a must own for any sneakerhead. The air in the air jordans is a snappy reference to both the basketball player with a reputation as a flyer and the aircushioned innersole that nike claims cushions the feet. Jordan s furniture chain of furniture stores in the northeast united states.
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