The Nike Mind 001 Cleans Up In “Light Bone”

Backed by neuroscience.

Andrew Rizzo December 8, 2025

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As seen on LeBron James, Erling Haaland, and other athletes across various sports, the neuroscience-backed Nike Mind franchise will be available to the public in just a month’s time. The Nike Mind 001 and Mind 002 have continued to appear in new colorways since their announcement in October, with the former now surfacing in a clean “Light Bone” makeup for Spring 2026.

Nike Mind is built with function first, though the 001 fits neatly into the trending mule and slip-on genre from an aesthetic standpoint. Crinkled sidewalls pair with a foam upper and perforated fabric over the forefoot, creating a futuristic look that aligns perfectly with the shoe’s forward-thinking mission. The Mind 001 is engineered to stimulate the brain through the foot, featuring 22 independent foam nodes per shoe that press upward with each step, grounding the wearer both physically and mentally.

The Nike Mind 001 “Light Bone” releases Spring 2026 for $95 USD. See official images below before deciding whether or not to cop.

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Mens Nike Mind 001

SKU: HQ4307-002

RETAIL PRICE: $95

RELEASE DATE: Jan 8, 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.