Jordan 13 Flint: Reflective Details, Sizing, and Is It Worth Buying?

Quick answer: The Air Jordan 13 "Flint" is a navy, grey, and white Jordan 13 with reflective 3M mesh. In normal light it looks clean and low-key, but it shines when a flashlight, headlight, or camera flash hits it. It fits true to size for most people, with a snug, secure feel. If you want an easy-to-wear Jordan with a hidden "wow" detail, the Flint is a great pick.

The Flint first came out in 1998, with retros in 2005, 2010, and 2020. Each one keeps the same mix of white leather, Flint Grey suede, and navy reflective mesh.

The star of the Flint 13 is its navy mesh. Unlike all-leather Jordan 13s, the Flint has reflective 3M material built into the navy mesh overlays.

Reflective material bounces light straight back toward where it came from. That's why the Flint looks plain in the shade but lights up in photos and under headlights. It also adds a little extra visibility when you're walking at night, without the loud look of neon colors.

Reflective verdict: The Flint 13 is a classic 90s Jordan with a bonus: reflective mesh that stands out at night and in photos.

The Flint's navy and grey colors go with almost any pair of jeans, and the reflective mesh gives it a unique look. We asked JD's product experts how it feels and how to wear it.

• Question: "Does the reflective mesh make the shoe feel stiff?"

• Answer: "No. The reflective material is part of the mesh, so it bends like regular fabric. You still get the soft, cushioned feel the Jordan 13 is known for."

• Question: "Should I wear other reflective clothes with the Flints?"

• Answer: "Keep the shoes as the only reflective piece. Too much reflective gear makes an outfit look busy. Stick to matte clothes like black jeans or a charcoal hoodie, and let the shoes shine when the light hits them."

• True to size: Most people wear their usual size in the Jordan 13 Flint.
• Snug fit: The Jordan 13 hugs your foot. If you like more room or have wide feet, go up a half size.
• Compared to other Jordans: Most people wear the same size in the Jordan 13 as in the Jordan 11 and Jordan 1.
• Buying for kids? Big kids' (GS) Jordan 13s fit the same way. Leave about a thumb's width at the toe. Shop kids' Jordans at JD Sports.

• Buy the Jordan 13 Flint if: you want a comfortable, easy-to-style Jordan with a hidden reflective detail. It's one of the best navy Jordans out there.
• Skip it if: you want an all-leather Jordan 13 with no shine. The reflective mesh is meant to be noticed.
• Ready to shop? See the latest Air Jordan 13s at JD Sports, or browse all Jordan retro shoes.

From dark denim to night-out looks, the Flint 13 is easy to style. Here's how our JD stylists wear it:

1. Evening commute: Pair the Flints with charcoal track pants and a navy windbreaker. The reflective mesh adds visibility on darker walks.
2. Clean and classic: Wear them with slim dark denim and a crisp white tee. The navy mesh matches dark jeans, and the grey suede adds contrast.
3. All-dark outfit: Wear them with black cargo pants and a navy bomber jacket. The reflective mesh becomes the only "pop" in the look.

1. Is the Jordan 13 Flint reflective? Yes. The navy mesh overlays have 3M reflective material that shines when light hits it.
2. Do Jordan 13s run true to size? Yes, for most people. They feel snug, so wide-footed wearers often go up a half size.
3. What does the Jordan 13 design come from? Michael Jordan's "Black Cat" nickname. The outsole looks like a panther's paw, and the side has a cat-eye hologram.
4. When will the Jordan 13 Flint come back? Check the JD Sports release calendar for upcoming Jordan 13 drops.

1. Nike Product Information: Details on the Air Jordan 13 Flint's materials, reflective mesh, and Zoom Air cushioning.
2. 3M Product Information: How reflective material bounces light back toward its source.
3. Brand History: Background on the 1998 Air Jordan 13 and its "Black Cat" design, plus the 2005, 2010, and 2020 Flint retros.
4. JD Sports Fit Feedback: Sizing and comfort feedback from JD Sports store teams across North America.