The Nike Air Max Craze Surfaces In “University Red”

A rosy spin on the silo's original aesthetics.

Matt Varga May 16, 2025

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Its arrival may have come with a bit less overall fanfare than the Air Max Sunder, but the Nike Air Max Craze seems set for similar treatments to its Alpha Project peer as the year draws on. A two-pronged introduction has quickly been followed up by images of rangier colorways, a description that absolutely fits the “University Red” Air Max Craze on tap today.

Only the initial “Bright Citrus” pair has revisited an OG look, yet the influence of that look looms large over all the ones that have followed. The gridded upper pattern and flame-like graphic towards the toe weren’t necessarily the default back in the model’s 2001 heyday, sometimes opting for striped or textual counterparts. There’s no denying that the composition shown here threads the needle between fully retro 90’s designs and easily digestible modern ones, something additionally delivered by the expressive yet sporty colorway on tap. A blend of “University Red” and “Hyper Pink” express a romantic vision up top, while the paintbrush stroke and outsole design work in sportier black and white.

Look for the Nike Air Max Craze populating SNKRS in the coming weeks, carrying its usual $170 MSRP. Women’s sizing is also expected. Catch detailed shots included below and keep our Sneaker Release Dates page within reach for more info as the launch nears closer.

: Nike Air Max Craze “University Red” JD Sports

: Nike Air Max Craze “University Red” JD Sports

: Nike Air Max Craze “University Red” JD Sports

: Nike Air Max Craze “University Red” JD Sports

: Nike Air Max Craze “University Red” JD Sports

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Womens Nike Air Max Craze

SKU: FZ2089-600

RETAIL PRICE: $170

RELEASE DATE: 2026

US 2026

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Matt Varga, Junior Editor

Matt Varga is an Editor at SneakerNews. Initially earning a degree in Video Arts and Technology, he got his start in video editing and writing in the music world — primarily on hip-hop and electronic. A long-standing interest in sneakers led him to switching over to footwear. An avid collector, his favorite sneaker of all time comes down to either the Air Jordan 1 “Black Toe” and Air Jordan 5 “Laney,” his first ever pick-ups. When he’s not writing, you can find Matt cooking, traveling, attending concerts and when weather permits, on the handball court.