Highlights
1. Retro Jordans are shoes that were either worn by Michael Jordan during his playing days or classic Air Jordans that have been slightly modified for current trends.
2. OG Jordans are the original models of Air Jordan shoes that have not been re-released or modified.
3. There are some Jordan shoes that have been re-released multiple times, while others have not been re-released at all, and these are labeled as the originals or OG.
Introduction
OG and Retro are two types of basketball shoes sold by Nike in collaboration with Michael Jordan. MJ is widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players of all time, and his shoes remain popular with consumers. While both OG and Retro shoes are part of the Jordan line, there are differences between the two that will be discussed in this article.
Retro Jordans
Nike has released many basketball shoe models, but the popularity of Jordan shoes is unmatched. Even though MJ retired in 2003, Jordan shoes continue to be the top-ranking basketball shoes in the world. Retro Jordans are either the shoes that MJ wore during his playing days or classic Air Jordans that have been slightly modified to appeal to modern consumers. Nike continuously re-releases these shoes to capitalize on the legacy of MJ. There have been 28 models of Air Jordan shoes so far, and the re-released versions are referred to as retro shoes. Retro shoes showcase the enduring popularity of MJ among fans. While the design remains the same, there may be changes in materials and technology. Retro shoes are highly sought after and considered collectible items.
OG Jordans
Every year, Jordan Company restores some of its earlier shoes by making minor changes and re-releasing them to capitalize on their popularity. However, there are still some models in the Jordan line that have not been re-released. These models are referred to as OG or originals. Some Air Jordan models have been re-released multiple times due to their popularity.
OG vs Retro
– Retros: Air Jordan shoes that have been re-released with minor changes to recreate earlier models.
– OG: Original Jordan shoe models that have not been re-released.
– Some Jordan models have been re-released multiple times, while others have not been re-released at all. The unreleased models are labeled as OG or originals.
