The
Air Jordan 16 (XVI) Original (OG) - Black / Varsity Red (3/4 High
Men) was released on February 17, 2001, and retailed for $160. They
were the original colorway of the
Air
Jordan 16 (XVI), and are set to be retroed in 2008 as part of the Air Jordan
7 (VII) / Air Jordan 16 (XVI) Countdown Package. They feature an all black
leather upper with a patent leather toe, as well as red accents, and a clear
outsole. The only thing wrong with the
Air
Jordan 16 (XVI) is that they do not have great traction, as there is not
enough rubber on the bottom. This specific colorway features a black leather
shroud which hides the lacing system, and gives the shoe a more casual look,
which is an added bonus. Features of the shoe include a hidden quick lace
system, carbon fibre sheath, patent leather, Zoom Air insoles, and a Jordan
shroud, which is a covering for the laces, made from full grain leather.
