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 Sportswear “Polka Dot” Pack – January 2015 Preview

We get an early look at an intriguing new set of classic sneakers from Nike Sportswear for 2015, the “Polka Dot” pack featuring the Internationalist,...

By Zack Schlemmer December 22, 2014
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Nike Womens Air Max 90 – Black – White – Metallic Silver

The new year welcomes a sleek new look for the Nike Air Max 90 just for the ladies, sporting this ‘Black/White-Metallic Silver’ colorway. The premium...

By Zack Schlemmer December 18, 2014
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Nike Air Max 90 “Dark Electric Blue”

The always-in-style Nike Air Max 90 receives yet another excellent new color-up, proving that the timeless silhouette will apparently never run out of fresh looks...

By Zack Schlemmer December 17, 2014
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Nike Sportswear “Escape” Pack – Arriving at Retailers

Classic designs meet a classic color story with the 2014 version of the Escape Pack by Nike Sportswear. Originally conceived in 1988, the earthy Escape...

By Zack Schlemmer December 11, 2014
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Nike Women’s Air Max 1 – Spring 2015 Preview

Jordans aren’t the only shoes getting overhauled in girls and women colorways for 2015. The Air Max 1 has a time honored tradition of getting...

By Patrick Johnson December 4, 2014
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Nike Air Max 1 Breathe “Volt” Pack

The Nike Air Max 1 has seen a number of revamps in recent years, from the lunarlon outsole adding an extra lightweight take on the...

By Patrick Johnson November 25, 2014
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A Detailed Look at the Nike Air Max 1 Deluxe “Safari”

Iridescent Safari Print? It sounds like something usually reserved for the WMNS side of things, but Nike found a way to make the aesthetic work...

By Patrick Johnson November 24, 2014
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Nike Sportswear Air Max “Escape” Pack – Release Date

Nike Sportswear returns with another winter-ready collection with the Air Max “Escape” Pack set to debut Saturday, December 13th, 2014. With the year drawing to...

By Patrick Johnson November 17, 2014
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The Biggest Sneaker Event in the UK Went Down This Weekend

If the above image featuring a collective of 50 out of 53 colorways of the Nike Air Huarache dating from 1991 to 2012 didn’t draw...

By Patrick Johnson November 11, 2014
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