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

Nike Air Max Darwin 360

Watching the evolution of what was once the Sport Culture division into Nike Sportswear in 2008 and the three-plus years since gives sneakerheads a bird’s...

By Aaron Hope September 22, 2011
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Nike Total Air Foamposite Max – Black – Anthracite

On the heels of a closer look at the upcoming ‘Metallic Silver’ edition, here’s a pair slated to release about eight weeks later. The Nike Total...

By Aaron Hope September 19, 2011
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Nike Total Air Foamposite Max ‘Metallic Silver’ – Arriving at Retailers

This latest retro basketball release from Nike Sportswear carries with two distinct subplots.  On one hand, there’s plenty of chatter about the $225 MSRP on...

By Aaron Hope September 19, 2011
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Nike Air Total Foamposite Max – Metallic Silver | Detailed Images

The last time the NBA lost games to a labor dispute, Tim Duncan and the San Antonio Spurs won the first of four championships; could...

By Aaron Hope September 14, 2011
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Nike Air Max Uptempo 2 ‘Duke’ – Available

Nike Sportswear has satisfied older sneakerheads with a variety of retro gems this year, notable releases including the Air Trainer SC II, Air Max2 Trainer...

By Aaron Hope September 13, 2011
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The 25 Best Sneakers Worn in High School Basketball History

During a stretch from 1995 to 2005, most of the NBA’s top young stars entered the league’s draft straight after their senior proms, forgoing the...

By Aaron Hope September 8, 2011
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