Nike releases new Air Jordan 4 Retro 'Comic' sneakers
Nike releases new Air Jordan 4 Retro "Comic" sneakers today, Saturday, July 25, at 10 a.m. ET on Nike.com for $230. The Comic Con-timed colorway updates the 1989 silhouette with an off-white, anthracite and fire pink look, plus a Jumpman-as-superhero tongue. Unisex adult pairs and kids sizes from $90 are available online.
Key Takeaways
- The Air Jordan 4 Retro "Comic" drops Saturday, July 25, at 10 a.m. ET / 7 a.m. PT on Nike.com.
- Adult pairs are priced at $230; kids and baby/toddler sizes start at $90.
- The off-white, anthracite and fire pink colorway lands during San Diego Comic-Con.
- Design details include a superhero Jumpman tongue, Nike Air heel logos and a fire pink collar with flash wings.
- Nike Members get free shipping on orders over $50; non-members need $75 or more.
When does Nike release the new Air Jordan 4 'Comic'?
Nike is set to reintroduce the Air Jordan 4—originally released in 1989—in a new "Comic" colorway aimed at a new generation of fans. The drop is timed with San Diego Comic-Con on Saturday, July 25, at 10 a.m. ET / 7 a.m. PT.
According to Variety, the release continues a long line of Jordan Brand updates and rereleases that keep Michael Jordan's signature silhouette in pop culture decades after his NBA peak.
Where can you shop the Air Jordan 4 Retro 'Comic' online?
Pairs are available to purchase on Nike.com. The unisex adult sneakers retail for $230. Big kid, little kid and baby/toddler sizes are also offered, starting at $90.
If you are a Nike Member, free shipping applies on orders over $50. Non-members need to spend more than $75 for free shipping. Membership signup is free with an email address and can include early access to drops, exclusive experiences and no-receipt returns.
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What makes the 'Comic' colorway different?
The sneakers use a mix of authentic and synthetic leather on the upper for a fresh, clean feel with retro appeal and a comic-book twist. The colorway is off-white, anthracite and fire pink, and Variety says it is great for casual use.
Standout details include the Jumpman logo rendered as a superhero on the tongues, head-turning netting, the Nike Air logo on each heel, a transparent air bubble in each midsole and prominent flash wings on the fire pink collar. Variety notes the classic Air Jordan 4 look still works more than 35 years after 1989.
Why does this Nike Air Jordan drop matter?
Jordan's on-court legacy helped turn his Nike signature line into a lasting pop-culture force. Fresh colorways like "Comic" keep that demand alive for collectors and casual wearers alike, especially when a release coincides with a fan event like Comic-Con.
Shoppers hunting the new pair should plan for the Saturday morning ET window on Nike.com, confirm size availability across adult and kids ranges, and weigh Nike Membership if free shipping or early-access perks matter for this and future drops.