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 Lunar Pantheon

The pantheon of great Nike designs represents a rarefied air most sneaker brands could only dream of achieving, this latest model an updated take on...

By Aaron Hope December 13, 2011
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Nike Lunar Air 180 – Black – Alarming Red – Blue Spark

The Air 180 was initially released in 1991 and the ‘Ultramarine’ colorway from that year remains the model’s most popular look.  That OG style found...

By Aaron Hope June 29, 2011
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Nike Lunar Vengeance ACG Terra+ – Light Bone | Available

Vengeance is ours sayeth Nike Sportswear and what better way to honor a classic runner from the Swoosh’s ‘old testament’ than to update it with...

By Aaron Hope February 5, 2011
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Nike Sportswear Spring/Summer 2011 – Greater China Media Summit

Nike Sportswear launched its Spring/Summer 2011 collection at 800 SHOW, a labyrinthal event space in Shanghai, for its Greater China Media Summit. The focus on...

By John Kim January 12, 2011
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Nike Lunar Vengeance ACG Terra – February 2011 Colorways

Hybrids done right have been few and far inbetween, but 2011 is already off to a great start with the upcoming release of the Nike...

By John Kim January 3, 2011
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