The Air jordan 2009 incorporates a new, innovative technology in basketball footwear called Articulated Propulsion Technology, or APT. The Air jordan 2009's APT allows the athlete to explosively and quickly propel forward on the court. In addition to its performance technology platform, the AIR JORDAN 2009's modern design elements offer a bold style statement by incorporating satin pleats and polishable dress-shoe-like panache leather, the first Air jordan shoes to utilize these luxurious design elements. A diamond-shaped hologram references the authenticity of the AIR JORDAN franchise while another distinguishing factor is the midsole's thermo plastic urethane chassis.