Aaron Hope 
The Nike Air Slant Mid made a significant impact in the mid/late-’90s. It wasn’t a signature cosigned by Ken Griffey Jr. or Deion Sanders, or a tech showcase like the Air Trainer Maxes that sandwiched its 1996 debut. The Air Slant made its mark with a combination of reasonable pricetag and extremely durable construction. Just look at the Air Slant and you get the sense that this is a rugged shoe, from its monstrous midsole and turf-eating traction to the angular upper that often reveals strong contrasts. Click through to see this 1996 original colorway up close and head to Nike Sportswear shops to get yours this Saturday, May 25th.
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