Air Jordan 8 Doernbecher by Caden Lampert

Caden's battle with Guillain-Barré syndrome inspires fun colorway of the classic Air Jordan.

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by Brandon Richard

Caden Lampert, the designer of this year’s Doernbecher Freestyle Air Jordan 8, was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome, a life-threatening autoimmune disease where the body’s immune system begins to attack the body itself. His hobbies include magic, music, dirt bike racing, and he’s apparently a pretty good shot with a rubber band.

Caden’s Air Jordan 8 is covered in personal details, including inspirational phrases like, ‘Hang Loose,’ Rock On,’ and ‘Brave.’ A passionate basketball player, his jersey number #14 is visible atop the straps, while his brothers names Blake and Ryland and written beneath.

You can buy the Doernbecher Air Jordan 8, along with matching apparel, on Sunday, November 23.

11/23/14 Air Jordan 8 Retro DB

729893-480

$180.00 - Men’s

$125.00 - Gradeschool

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