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 Summer 2013 Preview
Summer seems like a long ways away, doesn’t it? We just wrapped up that season so it’s very nearly hibernation time, but before that we...
Nike Air Max 1 VNTG – Dark Obsidian – Neutral Grey
Word of upcoming VNTG-treated Air Max 1s first broke in late summer, when the time-tested ‘Sport Red’ colorup came onto the scene rocking that familiar...
Nike Air Max 1 Premium – Deep Royal – Granite
Sneakerheads struck Canyon Gold when a holiday 2012 Nike Air Max 1 Premium released over two weeks early in mid-September, and now we see evidence...
Nike Air Max 1 Essential – Dark Obsidian – Dark Grey – Total Orange
Previewed in mid-summer as a Premium level release from Nike Sportswear, the latest Air Max 1 ‘pack’ might introduce a whole ‘nother designation instead of...
Nike Air Max 1 – Black – Red – Anthracite | Available
We’ve known since March that Nike Sportswear has among several Air Max 1 Premium colorways a bred mix of suede and leather, and now a...
Nike Air Max 1 Premium “Canyon Gold”
has offered previews of the last quarter of 25th anniversary Air Max 1 releases since the springtime, so plenty of anticipation is ready...
Nike Air Max 1 Premium – November 2012
The Nike Air Max 1 proper has its work cut out at the moment, this recent Hyperfuse edition sort of pushing the spotlight towards the...
Social Status x MAX 100 x Nike Air Max 1 – Shoes Revealed
A little over two years ago, readers got their first look at themed Nike Air Max 1 schematics by graphic artist Matt Stevens. Matt’s Air...
Nike Air Max 1 – Grey – Red
The Nike Air Max 1 is a timeless addition to any sneakerhead’s regular rotation, and Nike Sportswear has some new styles in store for the...