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If you're a fan of the Air Jordan 14 'Candy Cane,' and you'd pop for a similar 14, only in a bright and crisp blue, I've got one for you. The Air Jordan 14 'Hyper Royal' is one of those essential designs and colorways--assuming you like the 14 silhouette. If you're interested, the pricing is reasonable in some sizes. Let's talk sneakers.

Key Facts at a Glance

Detail Info

Sneaker

Air Jordan 14 Retro 'Hyper Royal'

Style Code

487471-104

Colorway

White/Black-Hyper Royal

Retail Price

$190 (September 2020)

Designer

Tinker Hatfield

Where Can You Buy the Air Jordan 14 'Hyper Royal'?

The AJ14 'Hyper Royal' is available on the resale market. StockX has it at $219 with a 12-month range of $120 to $393 across 253 sales.

Why Does This One Feel Like an OG?

A basic, but clean white and blue Jordan like this just feels like a retro, but it's not.

The Hyper Royal uses the same white tumbled leather base and accent placement as the Air Jordan 14 'Candy Cane'. Blue replaces red on the midsole peaks, heel and tongue tab. The carbon fiber shank plate, tire-tread heel with "23" and jeweled Jumpman ankle badge all carry through. The Ferrari-inspired design language remains intact with the glossy Hyper Royal finish adding automotive energy to every accent.

What Makes the Pricing So Accessible?

If you take a look at StockX, there are 7 pairs currently going for under $300.

The Hyper Royal dropped in September 2020 at $190 during a period where strong releases got overshadowed. The AJ14 silhouette does not generate the same resale frenzy as the AJ4 or AJ11, which works in the buyer's favor. At $219, this is one of the most affordable AJ14 colorways on the secondary market alongside the Air Jordan 14 'Thunder'.

Should You Buy the AJ14 'Hyper Royal'?

If you can find this sneaker for $250 or lower, you buy it. I promise you have something that'll go just fine.

White leather, Hyper Royal blue accents, Zoom Air cushioning and the AJ14's signature comfort. If you already own the Air Jordan 14 'Last Shot' or the Candy Cane, the Hyper Royal fills the light-colored slot in the rotation.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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