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Posted 11/14/2025

The Air Jordan 40 is the 40th anniversary performance model, built to be a top-tier basketball shoe by utilizing a groundbreaking, stacked cushioning system. For the first time, it combines a full-length Zoom Strobel unit (which puts responsive Zoom Air directly under the foot) with a full-length ZoomX foam midsole, delivering marathon-level comfort, extreme bounce, and impact protection. Crucially, the design improves upon its predecessor by integrating a robust rubber sidewall and internal webbing straps to cage the foam, providing 360-degree containment and excellent lateral stability for explosive movements.

The shoe's design celebrates the four-decade legacy of the Air Jordan line, incorporating design cues from classics like the AJ 3, AJ 5, and AJ 13, and using premium materials like leather and canvas. To emphasize its milestone, the unique herringbone traction pattern and new logos feature geometric 40-degree angles for exceptional grip and a distinct visual identity. Overall, the Air Jordan 40 is a technological leap, focusing on maximum responsiveness and enhanced support for the modern game.