The Air Jordan 2011, developed by Tinker Hatfield and Tom Luedecke, marked a significant innovation for the Jordan line with its introduction of an interchangeable midsole. This groundbreaking feature offered players the choice between a blue Zoom Air unit, designed to enhance quickness, or a red Encapsulated Air cushioning, aimed at boosting explosiveness. Initially created for the talented high school basketball players participating in the 2011 Jordan Brand Classic, the Air Jordan 2011 ‘East’ colorway was released in limited quantities exclusively at select House of Hoops stores in April 2011. Boasting an attractive combination of Orion Blue and black on its upper, the shoe is accentuated by a clean white midsole and an icy blue translucent outsole. Additionally, the sneaker features distinctive Jordan Brand Classic branding prominently displayed on the tongue.