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 Presto – Black – Tour Yellow – White

It was the Air Kukini that was designed as a triathlete’s easy-on-easy-off shoe, but given the colorway and neoprene booty construction, it’s not hard to...

By Aaron Hope June 13, 2012
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Nike Air Presto – White – University Blue – Wolf Grey

Switch around a couple shades here and there and this new Nike Air Presto release isn’t too far off from paying homage to the ‘Military’...

By Brendan Dunne June 11, 2012
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Nike Air Presto – Varsity Royal – Obsidian – White

The Nike Air Presto‘s neoprene build facilitates easy slip-ons and is such a summer shoe that it ‘should’ be released in new colors every time...

By Aaron Hope June 3, 2012
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Nike Air Presto – Obsidian – Action Red – White

We’ve seen a few pairs scattered between here and last summer’s white-on-color pack, and now the Nike Air Presto returns with another colorway that feels like it...

By Aaron Hope May 11, 2012
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