Air Jordan 2009 [2009]The Air Jordan 2009 marked a pivotal evolution in the iconic sneaker line, transitioning from the traditional Roman numeral naming convention to a year based system, symbolising a new era beyond the revered Air Jordan XX3. Unveiled by Michael Jordan himself, this model was crafted in collaboration with Jason Mayden, Jordan Brand's Senior Footwear Designer, and drew inspiration from the sport of fencing emphasising agility, precision, and defence.