Nike Is Ready To Compete In The Slim Sole Market With The Women’s Astra Ultra

Releasing Fall 2025.

Andrew Rizzo June 27th, 2025 (updated)

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Updated June 27th, 2025: Two more colorways of the Nike Astra Ultra have been uploaded; “Dark Team Red” and “Sail” featuring light brown gum soles. The Astra Ultra is a women’s model set to debut Fall 2025 for $110, potentially as an overseas exclusive. Keep scrolling to read our initial coverage.

Original article published June 9th, 2025:

Nike’s new women’s-exclusive lifestyle sneaker has potential to be a huge hit. The Nike Astra Ultra comes from the same school as the trending PUMA Speedcat with a low profile, wavy upper, and slim sole featuring two different tread patterns. This “Triple Black” colorway is the first to emerge via official images.

Starting underfoot, the outsole is split into two sections. The forefoot comes with oval-shaped tread reminiscent of turf shoes, while an exaggerated, cupped heel section introduces a herringbone pattern. As for the upper, the Astra Ultra features matte synthetic materials and a series of sleek, curved lines. Reminding us of the Total 90 III, the tongue and eyelets are slanted inward for added uniqueness. Branding is kept to a minimum, with a lateral side forefoot Swoosh appearing almost invisible on this “Triple Black” colorway.

After years of over-reliance on models like the Dunk and Air Force 1, the Astra Ultra is a welcome deviation. The Elliot Hill regime claims to be focused on new models, and we’re already starting to see Nike follow through on that direction. We recently spilled ink on the Nike Ava Rover – a new “gorpcore” lifestyle sneaker – as well as an incoming soccer/lifestyle franchise called Nike Cryoshot.

Release information for the Nike Astra Ultra has yet to be announced, but the sneaker is expected to debut Fall 2025 for $110 (potentially as an overseas exclusive). Know that our Sneaker Release Dates hub will be kept current with all available info.

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Womens Nike Astra Ultra

SKU: FZ5778-004

RETAIL PRICE: $110

RELEASE DATE: 2026

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Womens Nike Astra Ultra

SKU: FZ5778-600

RETAIL PRICE: $115

RELEASE DATE: Jul 23, 2025

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Womens Nike Astra Ultra

SKU: FZ5778-101

RETAIL PRICE: $110

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.