The Air Jordan 4 Retro 'Red Thunder' features familiar color blocking reminiscent of the coveted 'Thunder' colorway, originally released in 2006 and later reissued in 2012. The mid-top sports a black nubuck upper with contrasting crimson hits. instead of the Accents Tour Yellow of older shoes. They appear on the shoe's molded eyelets, inner tongue, side panel, collar, and midsole, which includes visible Air-sole cushioning under the heel. Jumpman branding decorates the tongue and heel.