The Air Jordan 9 Retro "Particle Grey" delivers a neutral colorway of the "90s model that originally released during MJ"s first retirement from basketball. The retro silhouette is updated with a breathable black textile upper. secured with speed laces and accented with tonal stitch detailing. A nubuck mudguard in a neutral grey finish wraps around the heel and extends up the mid-cut collar. Contrasting hits of crimson land on the sneaker"s branding elements. including an Air Jordan tongue tag and a molded Jumpman emblem at the heel. Lightweight cushioning is provided by a matte grey polyurethane midsole with encapsulated Air-sole units in the forefoot and heel.