Something shifted in the sneaker aisles, and you’ve probably felt it already. Air Jordan releases no longer vanish in minutes, and that’s a win if you actually wear your kicks. Instead of racing bots, you can stroll into a store, check your size, and decide if that colourway really works with your rotation. Wild concept, right? Even better, some pairs now sit long enough to flirt with a discount. Nike still drops heat, just without the panic. The 2024 and 2025 Jordan lineup proves it. Ten pairs. All wearable. All available. Your wallet finally gets a say, and your feet do too.
Air Jordan 1 High “UNC” Reimagined
UNC Jordan 1 Highs have always been a hit with sneakerheads. That said, this year’s Reimagined design didn’t seem to capture attention quite like previous pairs dressed in the colourway. These kicks have been sitting at outlet stores for months. Best chance to get the colourway at a discounted price.
Air Jordan 1 High “Shattered Backboard”
After months and months of waiting, the “Shattered Backboard” Jordan 1 Highs finally released in August 2025. While the comments sections of any sneaker post about these Starfish, Sail, and Black shoes would lead anyone to believe they would sell out immediately, pairs are still pretty much available online. It just means that those who really want these sneakers have a chance to actually grab them…possibly for cheaper.
Air Jordan 3 “Pure Money”
Even sneakers as clean as the “Pure Money” Jordan 3s are sitting on shelves these days. I’m sure nobody who actually wanted this AJ3 colourway is complaining, though. You could probably even wait to grab a pair at under retail.
A Ma Maniére x Air Jordan 4
The shock of all shocks has to be the AMM Jordan 4s available at outlets. This specific design released last year (2024) as part of the luxury streetwear brands “While You Were Sleeping” collection. The most surprising part about these still being available is that sneakerheads were going wild for the design online (it is a pretty sweet-looking shoe). Goes to show that even the most hyped up pairs aren’t selling out like they used to.
Air Jordan 4 (Rare Air)
This year’s Jordan 4 (Rare Air) was a beauty, no doubt. However, as expected, there are still so many pairs available in stores. When there were pairs like the Undefeated 4s and Tokyo Jordan 5s to look forward to, it’s understandable why sneakerheads would have saved their money for those pairs instead.
Air Jordan 4 “Cave Stone”
The Jordan 4 “Cave Stone” kinda seemed like it was on every sneakerhead’s radar. Some were even calling the shoe a better version of Travis Scott’s “Mocha” Jordan 4 colourway. Of course, the fact that they didn’t sell out in a matter of seconds is good news for everyone who wanted them. You can still find a handful of sizes on Nike’s website, but none of the bigger sizes are available.
Air Jordan 5 “Grape”
The “Grapes” were one of the most desired Jordan 5 colourways to grab this year, if not the most desired of any model. While these pairs flew in some areas, there were places where they sat. It seems unreal, given how iconic a colourway this is, but all that matters is that those who wanted a pair got them.
Air Jordan 5 “Fire Red” (Black Tongue)
Many sneakerheads also considered the “Fire Red” Jordan 5s (Black Tongue edition) a must-have release for 2025. The colourway has always been a fan favourite, but we aren’t shy to say that the black tongue makes them even better. However, even these kicks didn’t fly like you’d expect. Big kids’ sizes are still available on the Nike site, while other sizes can be found at select retailers.
Air Jordan 8 “Aqua”
It’s wild that even the “Aqua” 8s are sitting on shelves three months later. Some sneakerheads said they just preferred the colouring and extra shimmer on the 2015 pair. If this doesn’t bother you, there’s still a chance to cop this fan fave AJ 8 at under retail.
Air Jordan 12 “French Blue”
Nike’s knocking 20% off the “French Blue” Jordan 12s—yep, the ones that dropped just two months ago. Not an OG colourway, sure, but easily one of the cleanest pairs in the lineup. So why are they still sitting? Maybe sneakerheads are sleeping, or maybe everyone’s wallet’s already crying.
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