It’s unusual for a non-OG Jordan colourway to be considered a classic, yet 2006’s Air Jordan 4 Retro ‘thunder’ — sibling to the Air Jordan 4 Retro ‘lightning’, and antecedent to the Air Jordan 4 ‘red thunder’, reissued in 2021 and 2022 respectively — is one of the few exceptions.
Now, the Noughties collectable has returned.
Fans of the original release will be thrilled to learn that the shoe’s second reissue is faithful to the initial style, more so than the 2012 version that disappointed Jordanheads by employing a duller palette.
That means hits of striking 'tour yellow' (bedecking the midsole, lace supports and underlay of the upper) and bright white (beautifying the Jumpman branding on the heel tab and tongue label) accent an inky black nubuck upper once more, forming an audacious kick worthy of its moniker.
Although the re-release practically mirrors the 'thunder' (2006), Jordan Brand has decided to update the box for the 'thunder' (2023) to make it more thematic of the colourway.
Outside, a black cement backdrop plays stage to 'Flight' tagging in white and 'tour yellow' insignia. The same yellow shade completely clouds the interior, harmonising nicely with the white cement tissue that completes the packaging.
When is the Air Jordan 4 Retro 'Thunder' (2023) dropping?
The Air Jordan 4 Retro ‘thunder’ (2023) dropped on Saturday 13 May 2023.
Where is the Air Jordan 4 Retro 'Thunder' (2023) dropping?
The Air Jordan 4 Retro 'thunder' (2023) is attainable via draw on the Nike SNKRS app. Additionally, you can enter the 'thunder' (2023) raffles over on End, Footpatrol (app), SNS (app) and Size? (app).
Fail to secure a pair for retail price then you could always cop a pair on trusty resale platforms like The Edit Ldn, StockX, Kick Game and Presentedby.
What sizes does the Air Jordan 4 Retro 'Thunder' (2023) come in?
The Air Jordan 4 Retro 'thunder' (2023) is available in full-family sizing: toddler, young kid, older kid and adult.
How much does the Air Jordan 4 Retro 'Thunder' (2023) cost?
The Air Jordan 4 Retro 'thunder' (2023) is priced between £47.95-£189.95. Here is the full price breakdown.
- Air Jordan 4 Retro 'thunder' (2023) Toddlers' (1.5-9.5) – £47.95
- Air Jordan 4 Retro 'thunder' (2023) Younger Kids' (10-2.5) – £54.95
- Air Jordan 4 Retro 'thunder' (2023) Older Kids' (3-6) – £107.95
- Air Jordan 4 Retro 'thunder' (2023) (3-17) – £189.99
How does the Air Jordan 4 Retro 'Thunder' (2023) fit?
Like most Air Jordan 4s, the Air Jordan 4 Retro 'thunder' (2023) fits true to size. Read more about Air Jordan sizing right here.
What laces come with the Air Jordan 4 Retro 'Thunder' (2023)?
The Air Jordan 4 Retro 'thunder' (2023) arrives with just one pair of flat black laces.
