Nike Retro

Nike Retro is an umbrella term that refers to previously sidelined Nike styles brought back from the archives for re-release.

Evergreen models like the Air Jordan 1, Nike Dunk Low and Air Force 1 bring in tons of money to Beaverton each year, never wavering in their catalog consistency. However, a large part of the footwear giant’s brand strategy remains focused on the more underappreciated, cult classic sneakers in their history. Archival models returning after decades on the pine have been some of the biggest success stories for the Swoosh, fulfilling the cult followings they amass in their time off the shelves. Look no further than a shoe like the Nike Air Tech Challenge II, hotly anticipated each time it returns in its OG “Hot Lava” formulation.

The landscape of what Nike Retro shoes are in the spotlight changes frequently. In 2024, shoes like the Nike Attack, ACG Rufus and DT Max ’96 are set for their first releases in years. Below you’ll find our latest coverage on Nike Retro products, including release dates, official images and pricing details.

Nike Retro

The Nike Air Foamposite One “Legion Green” Drops Next Week

The release of Nike Air Foamposite One models have not been as plentiful as other Swoosh brand sneakers this year which makes the release of...

By Ben Felderstein November 15, 2017
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A Detailed Look At The Nike Air Foamposite Pro “Metallic Gold”

The Nike Air Foamposite Pro is shining once again this fall, dropping very soon in the new “Metallic Gold” colorway with a faux carbon fiber...

By Zack Schlemmer October 4, 2017
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Nike Air Foamposite One “Legion Green” Releasing On November 22nd

If you’re a sneakerhead that’s thankful for the Nike Air Foamposite One, Nike has a big treat in-store for you the day before Thanksgiving this...

By Zack Schlemmer October 2, 2017
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Nike Air Foamposite Pro “Gold Carbon” Releases On October 19th

Nike dropped a golden Air Foamposite One back in 2015, and now its brethren, the Air Foamposite Pro, is also getting its own gold edition....

By Zack Schlemmer September 27, 2017
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Nike Air Foamposite Pro “Island Green” Releases September 8th

Nike Sportswear appears to be trying to keep the tropical summertime vibes alive into early fall with the September drop of the “Island Green” Air...

By Zack Schlemmer August 22, 2017
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The Nike Air Foamposite One “Eggplant” Is Coming In July

Eric Avar’s iconic Foamposite design turned 20 years old once the calendar turned over to 2017, and Nike Basketball is celebrating by bringing back some...

By Patrick Johnson July 10, 2017
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Nike Air Foamposite One “Abalone” Releasing In 2018

Sea snail inspired Foamposites? It sounds crazy, but that’s the look that will be gracing the Nike Air Foamposite One come Spring 2018 according to...

By Patrick Johnson June 21, 2017
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Nike Air Foamposite One “Metallic Red” Releases Next Friday

Foamposite fans have had much to rejoice about so far throughout the iconic model’s 20th anniversary year. Already we’ve seen the return of the essential...

By Zack Schlemmer May 12, 2017
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The Nike Air Foamposite One “Copper” Releases On April 20th

Update: The Nike Air Foamposite One “Copper” releases on April 20th. The “Heaven Cent” colorway of the Nike Air Foamposite One is back, much to...

By Zack Schlemmer April 11, 2017
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