I missed the Air Jordan 5 'Olympic' release in 2016. This one dropped as a celebratory nod to the 2016 Olympic games in Rio. It has a sweet, basic white leather base with a splash of gold to elevate the overall color blocking. The black jumpman on the back also creates a more standard look and balance. Let's talk sneakers.
| Detail | Specs |
|---|---|
Model |
Air Jordan 5 Retro 'Olympic' / 'Gold Medal' |
Style Code |
136027-133 |
Colorway |
White / Black – Metallic Gold Coin |
Release Date |
August 20, 2016 |
Original Retail |
$190 |
Designer |
Tinker Hatfield |
Current Status |
Resale only |
Key Features |
Metallic gold tongue, gold-splattered shark teeth, icy translucent outsole |
Where Can You Buy Air Jordan 5 'Olympic'?
The Air Jordan 5 'Olympic' (136027-133) is resale only at this point. Pairs are still available through StockX and GOAT, with deadstock pairs in clean condition typically pulling above the $190 retail depending on size.
What Makes This Retro Stand Out?
The metallic gold tongue is the focal point and the entire identity of the shoe. It's a glossy, almost patent-like finish with a black Jumpman sitting on top, and it pairs with gold "shark teeth" on the lateral midsole and a gold lace lock to complete the medal story.
The rest of the build is classic AJ5: smooth white leather across the toe and quarter panels, translucent netting on the side panels and tongue, black midsole walls, and an icy translucent outsole with gold Jumpman branding underneath. The black lining keeps the collar from looking dirty too fast, which matters on a white-heavy 5. The shark teeth and fighter-plane design lineage trace all the way back to Tinker Hatfield's P-51 Mustang inspiration for the original 1990 AJ5.
Why Does It Still Matter?
Jordan Brand has a long history of Olympic-themed pairs — including the AJ7 'Olympic' that MJ wore with the 1992 Dream Team in Barcelona. The 'Olympic' 5 fits in that same lineage, just with a Rio 2016 spin and a more modern, gold-forward color story.
Should You Buy the Air Jordan 5 'Olympic' (2016)?
If you collect Olympic-themed Jordans or just like a clean white-and-gold 5, this is one of the best non-OG AJ5s of the 2010s. The metallic tongue holds up better than a lot of louder 5s, and the black midsole keeps it grounded enough to actually wear.
If you're a non-OG AJ5 sleeper hunter, the 'Olympic' belongs on the shortlist alongside Green Bean and other quietly-aged 5s. The Rio narrative isn't going anywhere, and gold doesn't go out of style.
