Nike Air Jordan 5 Review. Like Mike Ep.4

The Nike Air Jordan 5 was yet again designed by the one and only Tinker Hatfield.

Inspired by Jordan’s biting style and a likening to a WWII fighter plane, the Jordan 5 has shark-tooth shapes on the midsole and is aired with a translucent outsole.

Design

Metallic colour , translucent outsole and the Nike Air Logo stitched together in the shoes!

Traction

Translucent forefoot, herring bone outsole gives a better feel on the court. But not recommended to use on dusty courts.

Cushion

Features a visible air unit in the heel and forefoot. Initially you won’t be able to feel the cushion at the start, but it will break down and blend in the more you use them.

Materials

Mimicking the Nike Air Jordan 4 as closely as possible, The 5’s have a synthetic material all around the shoe which also means the more you wear them, the more it will mold around your feet. Finished by some knits. Overall the materials are decent.

Lacing System

Traditional lacing system. Also provides a lace-lock. Customizable lacing structure. Support and lockdown is a go!

Fit

True to size fit. Recommended to try on sizes before getting the pair! Refreshing to play in.

Overall Thoughts

It is definitely an improvement in terms of a basketball performance shoe comparing to the Jordan Series before the 5th. You could actually play in these due to the improved and refresh performance. The catch is these pair will take time to blend into. Do give it a try!