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

DJ AM Memorial Fund Auctions – Best of Week 3

This is the final week UNDFTD will be putting up kicks from the late DJ AM’s extensive collection. If their idea was to build up...

By bam December 3, 2009
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Nike Air Carnivore – Summer 2010 Sneak Peak

DJ Clark Kent has become a widely known name in terms of sneakers. His vast collection of kicks and fitteds has spread far beyond Brooklyn,...

By bam November 25, 2009
493

DJ AM Memorial Fund Auctions – Best of Week 2

Exactly a week ago, you might have been sitting there in front of your computer reading up on what we felt were the biggest auctions...

By bam November 24, 2009
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Nike Air Trainer 1 – White – University Blue – Sample

When a shoe you’re looking forward to doesn’t make it to retail for some reason, it can be among the worst feelings a sneakerhead can...

By Aaron Hope November 14, 2009
94

Nike Sportswear – 2010 Samples

If you’re here looking for the latest info on upcoming sneakers, you’re in the right place.  Let’s take a look at just a small sampling...

By Aaron Hope October 30, 2009
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Nike Air Safari 87 – Spike Lee Pack – Sample

It started with the surprise release of of a Nike Air Max 97 and with yesterday’s unannounced Big Nike Low, it seems that the Spike Lee...

By Aaron Hope October 28, 2009
442

Nike Air Burst – Black – Varsity Maize – Unreleased Sample

If the Nike Air Max Burst ever ascends to the heights of contemporaries like the Air Max 1 and AM90, it will probably take a...

By Aaron Hope October 28, 2009
286

Nike Air Flightposite II LE – Black / Black – 2010 Sample

Last month, news broke that the Nike Air Flightposite II LE in Black would be brought back to retail shelves in Spring 2010. The shoe...

By X October 26, 2009
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Nike Air Max Tailwind 92 – White – Scuba – Sample

A bunch of new Nike Air Max Tailwind 92s popped up on retail shelves early in 2009.  We expected a large year for this retro runner...

By Aaron Hope September 26, 2009
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