Jordan 4 Retro TD “Bred” Takes MJ’s ‘89 Classic From Hardwood to Turf
Name: Jordan 4 Retro TD "Bred"Colorway: Black/Cement Grey/White/Fire RedSKU: HQ0207-001MSRP: $205 USDRelease Date: November 27Where to Buy: SNKRSThe Jordan 4 Retro TD “Bred” moves Michael Jordan’s 1989 game shoe onto the football field, translating one of the most celebrated sneakers in the Jumpman catalog into a fully functional cleat. Dressed in Black, Cement Grey, White and Fire Red, the pair revives one of the AJ4’s first colorways while swapping its basketball outsole for a stud plate made for the gridiron.Few colorways carry the weight of the “Bred” 4. The black-and-red scheme was among the looks that launched the silhouette in 1989, and it has since become one of the most coveted versions of the shoe. It also has a place in playoff history, as Jordan wore the pair when he hit “The Shot” over Craig Ehlo to eliminate the Cleveland Cavaliers that same year. Bringing that colorway to football gives the cleat instant recognition before it ever touches the field.Up top, the cleat stays remarkably faithful to the original. The upper blends genuine and synthetic leather for structure and durability, with breathable textile zones working alongside the shoe’s classic detailing. A high collar and traditional lacing complete the silhouette, so from the ankle up the TD reads unmistakably as a 4, a design originally penned by Tinker Hatfield.The real transformation happens below the midsole. Jordan Brand pairs a foam midsole with Air Zoom cushioning, which is designed to deliver a springy, responsive feel each time the foot leaves the ground. Beneath it, a plate of wide molded studs bites into both turf and natural grass, giving players the grip needed for sharp lateral changes of direction and sudden bursts downfield.What results is a cleat that serves two audiences at once. Players get a performance tool built around traction and responsiveness, while collectors get one of the AJ4’s most storied colorways reworked for an entirely new arena, a reminder of how far the Jumpman legacy now extends beyond the hardwood.Set your reminders and get ahead of what’s dropping next on Hypebeast Drops.Click here to view full gallery at Hypebeast
Name: Jordan 4 Retro TD "Bred"
Colorway: Black/Cement Grey/White/Fire Red
SKU: HQ0207-001
MSRP: $205 USD
Release Date: November 27
Where to Buy: SNKRS
The Jordan 4 Retro TD “Bred” moves Michael Jordan’s 1989 game shoe onto the football field, translating one of the most celebrated sneakers in the Jumpman catalog into a fully functional cleat. Dressed in Black, Cement Grey, White and Fire Red, the pair revives one of the AJ4’s first colorways while swapping its basketball outsole for a stud plate made for the gridiron.
Few colorways carry the weight of the “Bred” 4. The black-and-red scheme was among the looks that launched the silhouette in 1989, and it has since become one of the most coveted versions of the shoe. It also has a place in playoff history, as Jordan wore the pair when he hit “The Shot” over Craig Ehlo to eliminate the Cleveland Cavaliers that same year. Bringing that colorway to football gives the cleat instant recognition before it ever touches the field.
Up top, the cleat stays remarkably faithful to the original. The upper blends genuine and synthetic leather for structure and durability, with breathable textile zones working alongside the shoe’s classic detailing. A high collar and traditional lacing complete the silhouette, so from the ankle up the TD reads unmistakably as a 4, a design originally penned by Tinker Hatfield.
The real transformation happens below the midsole. Jordan Brand pairs a foam midsole with Air Zoom cushioning, which is designed to deliver a springy, responsive feel each time the foot leaves the ground. Beneath it, a plate of wide molded studs bites into both turf and natural grass, giving players the grip needed for sharp lateral changes of direction and sudden bursts downfield.
What results is a cleat that serves two audiences at once. Players get a performance tool built around traction and responsiveness, while collectors get one of the AJ4’s most storied colorways reworked for an entirely new arena, a reminder of how far the Jumpman legacy now extends beyond the hardwood.
Set your reminders and get ahead of what’s dropping next on Hypebeast Drops.
