The Langleys and Other Colors
A retro version of the Air Jordan V was released with great success in 2000. Various colors were introduced to the public. One of the most popular colors for the retro Air Jordan V was based on Michael Jordan’s high school colors. Since Michael Jordan’s high school was Langley High, these sneakers became known as the Langleys.
More Retro V Colors
In 2006, new retro color releases of the Air Jordan V became available. Some of the most popular colors included the Fire Red V, the Stealth Blue V, the Raging Bull V and the Green Bean V. In 2007, a limited-edition laser-etched version and the black/metallic/fire red colors were released as well.