The original Air Jordan 1 was first released to the public on April 1, 1985.
40 YEARS AGO TODAY !!!
Here's a more detailed look at the Air Jordan 1's history:
- Design and Production: The Air Jordan 1 was designed for Nike by Peter Moore.
- NBA Ban: The original black and red colorway was banned by the NBA for violating the league's uniform policy, resulting in a $5,000 fine for Michael Jordan every time he wore them on court.
- Marketing: Nike famously turned the ban into a marketing opportunity, branding the shoe as the "Banned" sneaker.
- Original Price: The Air Jordan 1 originally cost $65.
- Legacy: The Air Jordan 1 expanded the game's creative potential and redefined basketball's connection to style and culture
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