The Air Jordan 13 Retro “True Red” returns in Spring 2026, reviving one of the most iconic original colorways in the Air Jordan line. First released in 1998 and famously worn by Michael Jordan during his final championship run with the Chicago Bulls, the sneaker is closely tied to the legacy of the 1997–98 NBA season. The colorway has since become a fan favorite, with previous retros in 2010 and 2017 selling strongly and reinforcing its reputation as a must-have OG release.

The upper stays faithful to the original design, combining white tumbled leather with signature dimpled panels and bold True Red suede wrapping the mudguard and heel. Black accents appear on the tongue and inner lining, while the holographic “cat eye” badge at the collar remains one of the model’s most recognizable features. The clean Chicago-inspired color blocking is widely considered one of the sharpest executions on the Air Jordan 13 silhouette.

Underfoot, the sneaker features the Air Jordan 13’s distinctive panther-inspired outsole, designed by Tinker Hatfield to reflect Michael Jordan’s quick, predatory playing style. The paw-like traction pods and sculpted midsole reinforce the model’s performance roots while keeping its unmistakable shape intact.

The 2026 release arrives on March 13, 2026, with a retail price around $210–$215, launching via Nike SNKRS and select Jordan Brand retailers. As the fourth major release of this original colorway, it continues a long tradition of bringing one of the most recognizable Air Jordan 13 designs back to a new generation of collectors and fans.

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