The History and Legacy of Air Jordan 4 Lightning
The legendary Lightning 4s featured a unique style. Read more about the AJ4 Lightning sneakers.
The Jordan brand marked 2006 as one of the most significant years for the AJ4 Retro as a new crop of sneakers was set to launch. The Air Jordan 4 had reigned over the sneaker world for the better half of the 2000s. It was a respected sneaker and a favorite among sneakerheads. After the official release of AJ4 OGs, the brand saw the light of day again when it made collaborations.
Michael Jordan's love for motorcycles and sports cars was evident. In 2004, the Jordan brand honored MJ by forming Michael Jordan Motorsports. This division within the Jumpman was dedicated to MJ’s love for superbike culture. The team was tasked with designing some Air Jordan's for release. They came up with Thunder and Lightning, featuring a bright yellow color.
The Jordan brand released the pairs on August 23, 2006, and it was the first time the model was mass produced for retail. These models were released online exclusively for the Team Jordan members. The Lighting became an instant hit. All the produced sneakers were bought and the interest only grew.
Jordan 4 Lightning 2006
The Air Jordan 4 Lightning, launched alongside other colorways like Thunder and Tour Yellow, shaking the entire sneaker industry. The sneakers brought value to the fashion industry as more people, including celebrities, bought and flaunted them in public. The Air Jordan 4 Lightning ushered in the era of sneakers for people inspired by Mike's inspirational play on the court.
By 2010, the Lighting 4s had aged better than any other lifestyle sneaker launched by the Jordan brand during that era. The legendary Lightning 4s featured a unique style and a head-turning colorway in their original form. With the years in the vault, many celebrities rocked them as a sign of value, commanding respect in the fashion world.
Basketball players like PJ Tucker and Nick Young wore their Lighting 4s on-court to illustrate the sneaker's versatility.
Return of the Hot Classics
The new and the old sneakerheads are excited about the return of AJ4 Lighting after missing in the market for 15 years. The Jordan brand has tried to ensure the 2021 model looks and feels like the 2006 model. The brand produced many sneakers to cater to the growing sneaker market. The sneakers are available on eBay.