As we all know, the highly-anticipated “Cool Grey” Air Jordan 11 is set to appear in stores tomorrow, December 23rd, 2010. Originally releasing in 2001, this sneaker’s color scheme has become a staple in the sneaker industry and community. Although this Air Jordan 11 ignited the “Cool Grey” craze, is it the best sneaker of its kind?<\/p>\n
Our Snkrs Day staff compiled a list of all of the “Cool Grey” kicks that have ever been created from all brands. In this feature, you will see Air Jordans, Reeboks, Under Armours and many other sneakers that feature the “Cool Grey” color scheme in some form or fashion. Take a look at our Great in Grey: 17 of the Best “Cool Grey” Kicks<\/strong>.<\/p>\n **Note**<\/strong>: These 17 “Cool Grey” kicks are in NO particular order!<\/p>\n Released:<\/strong> 2010<\/p>\n The “Dunkman” and “All-Star” colorways of the Nike Air Max LeBron VIIs are considered the best formations of LeBron’s seventh signature shoe, but this “Cool Grey” version is definitely top five. Although there is no trace of “Cool Grey” patent leather, the film-like material on the toe box intrigued many. Also, the grey tinted Flywire design is a nice quality on this LeBron VII.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Released:<\/strong> 2007<\/p>\n In addition to the Cool Grey\/White color scheme, this Lifestyle Air Jordan 3 feature secondary color accents such as Orange Peel and Sport Red. While some may not like the color accents, you cannot ignore the superb materials and texture makeup of this Air Jordan 3. The primarily suede base is offset cement print of the same color on the heel and toe.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Released:<\/strong> 2009<\/p>\n Sure, the Jordan 16.5 draws inspiration from the Air Jordan XVI and the Air Jordan XVII; yet its best colorway pays tribute to the Air Jordan 11 in “Cool Grey” fashion. Obvious “Cool Grey” Air Jordan qualities include the patent leather toe box and the nubuck-laced upper.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Released:<\/strong> 2003<\/p>\n Although Penny’s line is known for the Black\/Varsity Royal kicks, this signature collection featured a very nice “Cool Grey” sneaker in the form of the Nike Air Penny IV. The Air Penny IV model is probably the least popular of the four signatures, but this particular pair is very nice.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Released:<\/strong> 2008<\/p>\n If you recall, the Nike Air Bakin’ was recalled in 1998 when Arab-American groups thought that the way ?Air? was written on the shoe looked too similar to ?Allah? written in Arabic. Yet, this beloved Nike Basketball sneaker returned towards the later part of the 200s in some very nice colorways including this “Cool Grey” edition. Today, it is hard to find any colorways of the Nike Air Bakin’ for sale.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Released:<\/strong> 2010<\/p>\n Nike and Jordan Brand aren’t the only ones to apply the “Cool Grey” color scheme. Reebok applied this subtle color scheme to the “energy drink for your feet.” Usually, Reebok Zig Slash colorways are much more vibrant and head-turning. Yet, this simple pair is a nice change up from the eye-catchers.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Released:<\/strong> 2009<\/p>\n Sadly, the Nike Basketball did not make an official “Cool Grey” Nike Hyperdunk. Instead, they offered us a Nike Hyperdunk Low in this iconic color scheme. Its notable, unique features include a speckled midsole, a nubuck toe box and a “Cool Grey” tinted Flywire design.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Released:<\/strong> 2002<\/p>\n Just one year after the ultimate “Cool Grey” Air Jordan 11 release, Jordan Brand touched up the Air Jordan 9 with “Cool Grey” attributes. In addition to the “Cool Grey” patent leather strip and mainly nubuck upper, Jordan Brand also incorporated a “Cool Grey” gum bottom!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Released:<\/strong> 2010<\/p>\n Under Armour also caught the “Cool Grey” fever, as it chose to use this color scheme on one of its new basketball models, the Micro G Blur. In addition to the “Cool Grey” base, Under Armour added a blue, icy sole much like the Air Jordan 11s.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Released:<\/strong> 2008<\/p>\n Jordan Brand first released the “Cool Grey” Jordan Spizike as a European exclusive to many American sneakerhead’s disappointment. Yet, during the holiday season of 2008, this Spizike colorway made its way to stateside retailers. You may recall this being the first Jordan Spizike to feature a clear, icy sole.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Released:<\/strong> October 1, 2010<\/p>\n Although the boss Matt Halfhill didn’t want us to include the Asics Gel Lyte III Snkrs Day 2.0 in this feature, how could we not? We are very unbiased, but this is one of the best “Cool Grey” releases of the year. In 2010, we saw a plethora of “Cool Grey” kicks and asics Gel Lyte IIIs, therefore, this release stands as the ‘best of both worlds’ within the past 12 months. Did you purchase a pair in October?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Released:<\/strong> 2004<\/p>\n The “Cool Grey” color scheme was extremely hot during the first half of the 2000s thanks to the original release of the “Cool Grey” Air Jordan 11s in 2001. Three years later, Jordan Brand applied the beloved colorway on the Air Jordan 4. The Varsity Maize visible Air sole unit\/tongue logo gives the shoe a subtle secondary element.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Released:<\/strong> 2009<\/p>\n Much like the previously seen Jordan Flight 23 “Cool Grey”, this Nike Air Huarache Light Burst “Cool Grey” was paired with another sneaker of its kind that was inspired by the Air Jordan 11 Black\/Red-White. Mimicking the “Cool Grey” Air Jordan 11s to the tee, this Huarache Light Burst contains a mesh\/patent leather upper and a white midsole.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Released:<\/strong> 2010<\/p>\n Supra chose to take “Cool Grey” to another level by displaying it in a number of materials and textures. This Vaider possesses premium patent leather, nubuck, canvas and neoprene all in “Cool Grey” tones.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Released:<\/strong> 2001<\/p>\n Just one month after the original release of the “Cool Grey” Air Jordan 11, Jordan Brand released this similar-styled Air Jordan 11 Low IE. Its official colorway is Silver\/Zest-White, but it still features a primarily “Cool Grey” nubuck upper much like its predecessor.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Released:<\/strong> 1998<\/p>\n Before the “Cool Grey” Air Jordan 11 existed, Nike applied this iconic color scheme on a mid-top Air Force 1. “Cool Grey” canvas owned the majority of its base, while a leather swoosh of the same color provided a nice, material contrast.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Released:<\/strong> 2001<\/p>\n Obviously, the “Cool Grey” Air Jordan 11 is the reason this feature was created. Many sneaker enthusiasts label this shoe as one of the top non-OG Air Jordans of all time and rightfully so. It is responsible for most, if not all of the “Cool Grey” sneakers on this list. Is this a definite purchase for you tomorrow?<\/p>\n Now that you have seen all 17 of our favorite “Cool Grey” kicks, let us know your favorite pair in our voting poll below.<\/p>\nNike Air Max LeBron VII “Cool Grey”<\/h3>\n
Air Jordan 3 “Cool Grey”<\/h3>\n
Jordan 16.5 “Cool Grey”<\/h3>\n
Nike Air Penny IV “Cool Grey”<\/h3>\n
Nike Air Bakin’ “Cool Grey”<\/h3>\n
Reebok Zig Slash “Cool Grey”<\/h3>\n
Nike Hyperdunk Low “Cool Grey”<\/h3>\n
Air Jordan 9 “Cool Grey”<\/h3>\n
Under Armour Micro G Blur “Cool Grey”<\/h3>\n
Jordan Spizike “Cool Grey”<\/h3>\n
Asics Gel Lyte III Snkrs Day 2.0<\/h3>\n
Air Jordan 4 “Cool Grey”<\/h3>\n
Nike Air Huarache Light Burst “Cool Grey”<\/h3>\n
Supra Vaider “Cool Grey”<\/h3>\n
Air Jordan 11 Low IE “Cool Grey”<\/h3>\n
Nike Air Force 1 Mid “Cool Grey”<\/h3>\n
Air Jordan 11 “Cool Grey”<\/h3>\n