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Sneakers Release – Jordan 14 Retro “Hyper Royal” White/Black/Hyper Royal Men’s and Kids’ Basketball Shoe

Sneakers Release – Jordan 14 Retro “Hyper Royal” White/Black/Hyper Royal Men’s and Kids’ Basketball Shoe

Sep 11, 2020

Michael Jordan’s obsession with sports cars is well-documented. Throughout his playing career, Jordan was regularly seen driving Corvettes, Ferraris and Porsches to and from practice and press conferences. So when Nike’s Tinker Hatfield set out to work on Jordan’s 14th signature shoe, he took inspiration from MJ’s need for speed.

Jordan 14 Retro "Hyper Royal" White/Black/Hyper Royal Men's and Kid's Basketball Shoe

Playing off the sleek, aerodynamic frame of a Ferrari, the Air Jordan 14 was originally released in 1998. This September, the shoe comes roaring back in a “Hyper Royal” colorway. The basketball shoe will be available in toddler, grade school kids’ and men’s sizes beginning September 19.

A blend of real and synthetic leathers comprises the shoe’s upper. Smooth leather plays out on the toe, while horizontally ribbed side panels feature a series of strategic perforations for maximum breathability. Though most of the upper is white, the varied stitching, textures and perforations give the shoe its depth and gracefulness.

Jordan 14 Retro "Hyper Royal" White/Black/Hyper Royal Men's and Kid's Basketball Shoe

Shiny Hyper Royal overlays, along with a carbon fiber midfoot shank plate, lend the sneaker strategic stability critical during the heat of the game. The tongue of this shoe is perhaps its most standout feature. A sports car spoiler-like tongue gets the Hyper Royal Jordan branding. A Ferrari-like feature includes the black-and-white Jumpman badge incorporated into the sides of the shoe.

The shoe’s hidden lacing system contributes to the shoe’s sophisticated sleekness. Underfoot, the white Phylon midsole encapsulates the Zoom Air units in the heel and the forefoot, providing lightweight cushioning. The rubber outsole’s large herringbone pattern offers any wearer a game-winning grip for speedy moves on the court or the playground.

Jordan 14 Retro "Hyper Royal" White/Black/Hyper Royal Men's and Kid's Basketball Shoe

Beginning September 19, boys and men of all ages can snag a pair of the AJ 14 Retro basketball shoes in the “Hyper Royal” colorway. Find them in toddler, grade school and men’s sizes online or at your nearest Hibbett | City Gear location.

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