![]() Spike Lee produced or appeared in commercials reciprocating to each model represented on the Air Jordan Spizikes. Look for the Spike Lee x Air Jordan 1 Retro High Quickstrike to release on June 16th at 8AM in limited numbers exclusively at 40 Acres and a Mule HQ. Spike’s Mars Blackmon character in Jordan advertisements helped cement Jordan’s signature sneakers in popular culture, and the hybrid Spiz’ike is a tribute to the Brooklyn-born filmmaker’s contributions. The Air Jordan Spizikes take pieces from the following shoes:Īir Jordan 3 (III) – sole, midsole, and Spike/elephant printĪir Jordan 4 (IV) – wings on the sides of the shoes that hold lace loopsĪir Jordan 5 (V) – main silhouette of the shoes as well as netting on the sideĪir Jordan 6 (VI) – tongue of shoes and lace locks Spike Lee was just as critical to the success of Jordan sneakers as Michael Jordan was himself. ![]() Initially, the Air Jordan Spizikes were going to be released in only the first two colorways, but after the more than warm reception to the first colorway, Jordan Brand fast tracked 5 new colorways including one that is themed after another hot Spike Lee joint, “ Do The Right Thing“. Shop the latest Air Jordan Spiz'ike Sneakers and more at Flight Club, the most trusted name in authentic sneakers since 2005. Many anticipated that this was going to be a bust, but when word got out that the first colorway of the Air Jordan Spizikes would only be available along I-95 (as per Spike Lee’s request), the hype for these shoes boomed! In 2017, the Air Jordan 1 was included in Virgil Abloh’s groundbreaking The Ten collaboration, alongside other iconic Nike and Converse models. Initially nicknamed the “retro Frankenstein”, the Air Jordan Spizikes ( Spiz’ikes) had as many haters as lovers initially and probably a few more. A lot of people may remember the funny commercials Spike Lee’s alias Mars Blackmon from the movie She’s Gotta Have it. Regular price 70.00 Sale price 50.00 'X' Anniversary Snap Back Cap With Pin - Black. Spike’s part in the rising of the Air Jordan was very crucial. The Official Spot for All Spike Lee and 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks Merchandise. The Air Jordan Spizike was made to show appreciation to Mars Blackmon aka Spike Lee.
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