Air Jordan 22 (XXII)

It is the designer Dwayne Edwards who created the Air Jordan 22/XXII model. It is said that the releasing date have fixed at March 24, 2007. In order to make the shoes win the great popularity, the price have make a little lower. The original price is $115. Taken the inspiration from the F-22 Raptor fighter jet, the Air Jordan 22/XXII model has the aggressive and sharp design. The design has made some innovation to make the shoes distinguished. Such as the updated visible, interchangeable independent podular system, a new metallic mesh for ventilation, the Air Jordan camouflage pattern printed in reflective 3M, and an updated traction system, based on an army general's stripes all include to the technical features.

In order to provide the players the best protection and make the wearers comfortable, the Air Jordan 22 has added some crucial properties. It is said that the Air Jordan 22 can make the best ankle protection to the wearers. The titanium lace loops and the durable titanium lace lock are combined with the variable speed lacing system of the shoes. Taken the inspiration from the F-22, the Air Jordan 22 used the similar air vents which used to escape for heat. Such function is totally different from the F-22 that uses the vents for stability while flying at Mach 2.4. What’s more, the Air Jordan 22 has the unique heel which can make the best protect for the vulnerable athlete from a rolled heel with the diamond shape and extended heel counter. There is another innovation made for the Air Jordan 22, the carbon fiber shank plate of the shoes are made of the titanium to provide the midfoot stability. The Jordan shoes always use the shank plate the increase the stability. While the titanium used on the shoes is not only have the merits of stronger, but also lighter in weight. It is said that the atomic number for titanium (Ti) is 22.

It is said that the Air Jordan 22 model will release two special editions recently. The releasing date of the first edition has fixed on February 17 which is Jordan’s birthday. Featured with the authentic Jordan Brand basketball leather, this edition has the best quality. While, the second edition was the Omega model which belong to the Alpha-Omega package. Featured with the laser-etched image of Jordan when he win the sixth NBA championship in 1998, this edition is more fashionable in design.

The player editions or "PE" of the Air Jordan 22/XXII shoes will released on the market. Such edition is totally the new line of the Air Jordan shoes. The PE edition had worn by NBA players from the Atlanta Hawks, Denver NNikeets, Detroit Pistons, and Dallas Mavericks. The distinguished part of the shoes is the new strap around the heel and ankle.

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