Here's How To Cop the Air Jordan 1 High OG "UNC Toe"

We called it as soon as we saw it - the Air Jordan 1 High “UNC Toe” is quickly shaping up to be one of the hottest releases this summer. Any Jordan fan will tell you just how popular a UNC-themed release will be, and this reworked version is no different. With each leaked image, we just knew that this pair had to join our rotation - something that probably won’t be an easy feat. Luckily, at The Sole Supplier, helping you to get your hands on high heat for retail is pretty much the name of our game, so read on to find out how to better your chances of grabbing a pair ahead of its release this month.

The AJ1 “UNC Toe” is currently expected to drop on the 22nd of July.

Though the most famous Jordan colourways tend to be “Chicago” related, it's worth remembering that during a career as packed as Jordans, you’re likely to rack up a number of significant celebratory references. The UNC livery holds a special place in Jordan history because it references the colours of his alma mater: The University of North Carolina.

Instantly recognisable by its simple yet stunning colour combination of white and baby blue the UNC make-up is a firm favourite for sneakerheads all over the globe. While a “Powder Blue” Jordan formed part of the shoe’s 1985 line-up, the UNC format has been reworked in various forms ever since, and it's this approach to variation that helps to keep the brand’s releases fresh and exciting.

The Jordan 1 High “UNC Toe” combines the famed baby blue and white UNC hues with colour blocking based on the Air Jordan 1 “Bred Toe”. Looking at the pair, you’ll see that the “University Blue” shade dresses the toeboxes, ankle flaps and heels, while its quarters come in crisp white. The shoe’s forefoot overlays, Swooshes and collars all arrive in jet-black leather, and a two-toned white and blue sole unit sits neatly underfoot.

The AJ1 High “UNC Toe” is expected to release in a full-family size run, which means that sneakerheads big and small should be able to enjoy them. This size run will also include Grade School sizes - so small feet gang rejoice, you’re in luck!

As with all Jordan 1 releases, we recommend buying your true size in the “UNC Toe” AJ1, but if you need any more sizing info, then be sure to check out our Air Jordan 1 size guide.

As the “UNC Toe” Jordan 1 is set to be a popular release, we’re expecting most places to drop the pair via a raffle system. If you’re looking to enter some of these, then you’ll be able to find a full list of live raffles (and their end dates) on the Air Jordan 1 High “UNC Toe” product page - just hit the link, and navigate to the raffle tab on the ‘how to buy section’. You can also check out our complete guide to entering sneaker raffles if you’re a first-timer.

The AJ1 High "UNC Toe" is currently scheduled to drop at Offspring on a FCFS basis. You can find a countdown to the drop time on the retailer's site. If other retailers decided to drop this way, you’ll want to have your notifications turned on to be the first to know when drops happen - so be sure to hit the purple button under the pictures in this article to set your release reminders.

By far, the easiest way to secure your size for retail will be via Nike’s own app, SNKRS. If you don’t already have the app, then make sure you download it on your phone’s app store, as it's worth creating your profile and adding your details ahead of time to avoid any added launch day stress. The product has now been loaded onto the site, so you’ll be able to set a reminder ahead of the drop, but seasoned SNKRS users will already know that this tends to take place at 8am on launch day.

As soon as the window opens, you’ll have a short amount of time to enter the SNKRS raffle. Then, if you’re successful in your W, you’ll be greeted with the famous GOT ‘EM screen. Make sure you tag us if you share this on your social channels so that we can celebrate with you!

If you get unlucky and all of these options fail (we’ve all been there) then don’t panic - you’ll still be able to secure your size if you’re willing to pay a little extra to do so. Thanks to platforms like our very own Sole Market, a second chance at a W is never too far away. At Sole Market, you can cop from 100’s of verified sellers, knowing that your pair is safe and subject to our own in-house legit check system, and guaranteed speedy shipping. It’s a pretty good backup plan, if we may say so ourselves.

So, there you have it, a guide to your best chances of copping the Air Jordan 1 High OG “UNC Toe”. As always, things may change and shock drops may happen on the day, so keep checking back for more info, set your release reminders and drop our social channels a follow for the most up-to-date information on drop day. Good luck!