Sunset Vibes Take Over The Nike Air Max Plus “Tropical Gradient” For Kids

The Air Max Plus continues to gear up for 25th anniversary festivities.

Andrew Rizzo January 11, 2024

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Gradient hues and the Nike Air Max Plus are a combo that’s stood the test of time. Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, the Sean McDowell-designed silhouette draws inspiration from the captivating Florida sunsets over the beach.

This theme shines through in Nike’s latest grade school offering, featuring a vivid blend of tropical blue, orange, and yellow hues set against a white mesh base. A standout aspect of this model is the clear TPU overlays, designed to evoke ocean waves, which allow a full view of the gradient beneath. Unlike the OG Sunset Air Max Plus that is set to return later this year, the base of this sneaker appears in white to better reflect the tropical theme on this pair.

Enjoy detailed images below while we wait on official release info.

In related news, keep an eye out for the upcoming “Reflective” Air Max Plus, also set to launch later this year.

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Grade School Nike Air Max Plus

SKU: HF5180-100

RETAIL PRICE: $145

RELEASE DATE: 2026

US 2026

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Written by

Andrew Rizzo, Junior Editor

Andrew Rizzo is an editor at Sneaker News based out of New York City. His primary interests include Air Jordan, Nike ACG, Nike Air Max, and New Balance footwear. Prior to joining Sneaker News, Andrew covered youth sports for several outlets and worked at one of the world’s top performance marketing agencies. He hails from Astoria, Queens and is a huge New York sports fan, particularly when it comes to the Knicks and Yankees.