Air Jordan 4 Comic release hits Nike during San Diego Comic Con
Nike’s Air Jordan 4 Retro “Comic” drops July 25 for $230, with superhero-style Jumpman details and kids’ sizes starting at $90.
By Poppy Nakagawa · Culture Writer
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Nike’s Air Jordan 4 Comic release arrives Saturday, July 25, bringing a graphic-novel twist to the 1989 sneaker during San Diego Comic Con.
The Air Jordan 4 Retro “Comic” is scheduled to go on sale at 10 a.m. ET and 7 a.m. PT on Nike.com, according to Nike’s product listing. The adult pair is priced at $230.
The sneaker is the latest update to Michael Jordan’s Nike signature line, which has kept cycling back through rereleases and new colorways long after his NBA playing days. This one aims straight at comic-book energy, down to the superhero-style Jumpman on the tongue.
When does the Air Jordan 4 Comic release?
Nike lists the Air Jordan 4 Retro “Comic” release for Saturday, July 25, at 10 a.m. ET and 7 a.m. PT. The drop is tied to San Diego Comic Con timing and will be sold through Nike.com.
The adult version comes in unisex sizing and costs $230. Nike also lists versions for big kids, little kids, babies and toddlers, with children’s sizing starting at $90.
What is different about the Air Jordan 4 Retro Comic?
The Air Jordan 4 originally debuted in 1989, and Nike is bringing it back here with off-white, anthracite and fire pink colors. Nike describes the upper as a mix of genuine and synthetic leather.
The comic theme shows up in the details. The tongue features the Jumpman logo styled as a superhero, while the shoe also includes visible netting, Nike Air branding on the heel, a transparent air unit in the midsole and flash-style wings on a fire pink collar, according to Nike’s listing.
The design keeps several familiar Air Jordan 4 features while adding the brighter comic-book treatment. Nike positions the colorway for casual wear.
Where can buyers get free shipping?
Nike says members receive free shipping on orders of $50 or more. Shoppers who are not Nike Members need an order above $75 to qualify for free shipping, according to the membership terms cited by Nike.
Nike membership is free to sign up for with an email address, according to the company. Nike lists member benefits including free shipping, sports and style advice, experiences, early access to releases, discounts and receipt-free returns.
The key details are clean and simple for sneaker hunters: July 25, 10 a.m. ET, Nike.com, $230 for the adult Air Jordan 4 Retro “Comic.” For anyone shopping smaller sizes, the kids’ versions start at $90.
This story draws on original reporting from Variety.