The Air Jordan 9 was released on January 12, 2002. It features a white leather upper with detailed stitching designs that seem to flow in a pattern along the shoe. It is plain, sturdy, and consists of features including a dynamic fit inner bootie, a one pull lacing system, large volume air- sole unite in the heel, an encapsulated air- sole unit in the forefoot, and a polyurethane midsole. The Air Jordans 9 (IX) was never worn by Michael on the court, as he suddenly and shockingly decided to retire from the game in 1993. People who bought shoes would like to buy Air Jordan Shoes.