The Air Jordan 9 'Flint Grey' Is the Latest Drop – But Does It Live Up To Expectations?

The stylish Air Jordan 9 "Flint Grey" colourway (also known as the French Blue 9s) will make a welcomed return in 2026.

For those who have been calling for the return of the Air Jordan 9 “Flint Grey” (a.k.a. the beautiful French Blues), your requests may finally be answered. According to early reports, the retro release will return in 2026, among a slew of other hotly anticipated retros, including the Air Jordan 5 “Wolf Grey” and Air Jordan 13 “True Red.”

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The upcoming release is set to stay true to the timeless 2002 design, featuring white tumbled leather uppers, sleek Flint Grey mudguards, and French Blue accents on the branding, tongue tip, and eyelets. The design is further enhanced by a glossy grey midsole and a pristine white outsole, with additional pops of blue on the Jumpman logos at the heel.

Given how long it has been since these beauties were last released, many sneakerheads will eagerly await this pair’s arrival. Fingers crossed, these won’t be abruptly cancelled or switched out like several other colourways that have been announced this far in advance.

And yes, it definitely lives up to expectations.

Air Jordan 9 “Flint Grey” Release Details

This popular AJ9 colourway will be available for purchase on Nike.com and at select retailers in Spring 2026. The retail price for men’s sizes is $210 USD.

But while we’re already getting carried away with all of the magnificent shoe releases planned for 2026, there’s still a swarm of highly anticipated releases heading our way this year. Expect pairs like the Air Jordan 1 Retro Low OG “Obsidian,” Zion Williamson x Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Voodoo Alternate”, and Air Jordan 1 Low “Quai 54” to drop in the coming months of 2025. And remember to follow us at Sneaker Fortress for more sneaker drops and news.