Nike Air Jordan 6

History of the Air Jordan 6

Air Jordan 6 is a model released in 1991. In these shoes Michael Jordan won his first trophy in the NBA. The sneakers gained very high popularity this time as well. The shoes had a special fit for MJ’s foot. They were designed to relieve pressure and exclude constant pressure, and friction on Jordan’s Achilles.

Michel Jordan’s contribution to the shoe’s design

The model is very solidly built and looks very aesthetically pleasing. The thick rubber tongues are equipped with two holes, were a hallmark of this model, because in the five previous models, Jordan had a problem putting the shoe on his feet.

He reported this problem to designer Tinker Hatfield The improved rubber compound used to construct the sole eliminated this problem of maintaining balance on the dance floor. In addition, Tinker has reinforced the front of the shoe, creating protection for the toes.