First hitting the market in 2002, the Cool Grey received a re-release in 2012 with the Air Jordan 9 Retro GS 'Cool Grey' sneaker. The original 1994 Air Jordan 9 debuted as the only signature sneaker not laced up by Michael Jordan during his run with the Chicago Bulls. This kids’ version is made with a synthetic leather upper with patent leather overlays. Below, the outsole is shaped in a similar style as the original, but with a translucent finish.