Air Jordan 5 Black University Blue Review | The Return of an LS 2006 Classic (2026)

The Air Jordan 5 "Black University Blue" is finally back. Originally released in 2006 as part of Jordan Brand's Lifestyle Series, this colorway has become one of the most sought-after non-OG Air Jordan 5 releases. Now, twenty years later, Jordan Brand is bringing it back for a new generation of sneakerheads. In this video, we're breaking down everything you need to know about the upcoming release, including the materials, color blocking, historical significance, and whether this retro lives up to the original pair. The sneaker features a black nubuck upper with contrast stitching, translucent mesh panels, reflective 3M tongue detailing, University Blue Jumpman branding, and icy blue translucent outsole accents. The color combination gives off a clean but aggressive look that still feels fresh in 2026. We also take a look back at some of the most memorable Jordan Brand Lifestyle Series releases from the same era, including the Air Jordan 4 Tour Yellow, Air Jordan 4 Thunder, Air Jordan 4 Lightning, Air Jordan 5 Burgundy, Air Jordan 5 Laney, Air Jordan 5 Green Bean, and Air Jordan 3 Cool Grey. Many of these colorways helped define the mid-2000s Jordan Brand lineup and have since become fan-favorite retros. Release Information: • Release Date: June 20, 2026 • Retail Price: $220 • Style Code: DD0587-008 Is the Black University Blue 5 the best Jordan Lifestyle Series release ever? Or do pairs like the Thunder 4, Lightning 4, Burgundy 5, Laney 5, Green Bean 5, Tour Yellow 4, or Cool Grey 3 deserve that title? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know if you're planning to cop or pass. #AirJordan5 #Jordan5 #BlackUniversityBlue #JordanBrand #SneakerReview #SneakerNews #JordanRelease #AirJordan #Sneakerhead #MichaelJordan #Jordan5Retro #SneakerCommunity #SneakerCulture #Jordan2026 #Sneakers