Forty years of innovation, elevated through restraint. The Air Jordan 40 "Wolf Grey" celebrates four decades of Air Jordan legacy with sophisticated tonal design and groundbreaking cushioning technology—the first Jordan shoe to combine full-length ZoomX foam with a full-length Zoom Strobel unit.

Design & Inspiration

Released in late 2025, the Air Jordan 40 marks a milestone achievement: the first signature basketball shoe in Jordan history to stack a full-length Zoom Strobel unit on top of full-length ZoomX foam, creating responsive, marathon-level cushioning engineered for explosive performance. The silhouette has proven itself across all levels of basketball during its inaugural months, positioning itself as both a legitimate performance option and a lifestyle-ready design that balances technical innovation with wearable aesthetics.

The "Photon Dust/Flint Grey/Wolf Grey" colorway embraces sophisticated restraint over high-energy color stories, prioritizing material texture and tonal nuance. The darkest Wolf Grey shade covers the toe cap in premium textured leather, creating a grounding foundation. Lighter Photon Dust grey tones flow across the rest of the upper in smooth leather, while even lighter grey reinforced mesh covers the lace panels and heel sections, creating dimensional depth through subtle gradations. Dark grey accents appear on select logos and lacing hardware, while metallic touches add refined shine. The tonal Jumpman logo embroidered on the tongue in the same grey shade as the upper creates an intentionally subtle focal point, while Nike branding at the heel maintains the understated aesthetic. Underfoot, the multi-directional herringbone traction pattern features semi-translucent gum styling in select sections.

Comfort & Performance

The revolutionary cushioning system combines ZoomX foam—known for marathon-runner comfort—with a full-length Zoom Strobel unit to deliver responsive bounce for explosive movements while maintaining all-day wearability. Six internal webbing straps integrate with premium upper materials to provide optimal foot containment during lateral movements. The unique herringbone traction pattern delivers reliable grip for quick cuts and defensive positioning. The canvas upper paired with leather toe construction provides classic appeal with modern durability. Nike recommends ordering a half size up as the shoe fits small.

Release Information & Pricing

The Air Jordan 40 "Wolf Grey" released January 8, 2026 in the US through Nike store and select retailers. Men's sizing. Retail price is $205 USD, €200, and £185.