The Air Jordan 8 (VIII) Retro - White / Black - True Red were released on March 1, 2003, retailing for$135. They feature thesame design as the original version, with no alterations or chages. They feature a white leather upper with small perforations throughout, which act as a breathing mechanism for the goot. The back half features a light grey durabuck material, as well as a dark grey midsole. The shoe also features anti-inversion cross straps, a poly carbonate torsion plate, air sole, and an inner sock similar to the Nike Air Huarache. The white, red, and grey streaks at the back half of the shoe are also very nice touches, and definitely draw attention to the shoe.