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

The Nike Air More Uptempo Inspired By Scottie Pippen’s Dunk Over Patrick Ewing Finally Has A Release Date

Updated on September 18th, 2017: The Nike Air More Uptempo “The Dunk” releases on September 23rd, 2017 for $160. Scottie Pippen and Nike are having...

By Patrick Johnson September 1, 2017
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The Nike Air More Uptempo “University Blue” Releases This September

The Nike Air More Uptempo continues to release some head-turning new colorways throughout the year. While the “Tri-Color” offering was a bit polarizing, there’s no...

By Patrick Johnson August 21, 2017
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Nike Is Releasing Another Original Air Zoom Generation Next Week

LeBron‘s busy flying coast to coast looking for the best pickup runs this offseason, settling on playing with fellow NBA superstars Carmelo Anthony and Kevin...

By Patrick Johnson August 16, 2017
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The Nike Air More Uptempo “Island Green” Releases On July 26th

Updated on July 19th, 2017: The Nike Air More Uptempo GS “Island Green” releases on July 22nd, 2017 for $130 via Foot Locker. Another day,...

By Patrick Johnson July 18, 2017
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Nike Air More Uptempo “Tri-color” Releasing In August

The big year for the Nike Air More Uptempo retro continues with an all-new color block for the notoriously bold sneaker dropping this fall. Of...

By Zack Schlemmer July 17, 2017
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The Nike Air Foamposite One “Eggplant” Is Coming In July

Eric Avar’s iconic Foamposite design turned 20 years old once the calendar turned over to 2017, and Nike Basketball is celebrating by bringing back some...

By Patrick Johnson July 10, 2017
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Nike Air More Uptempo “Light Bone” Releasing Next Week In Europe

Updated on July 10th, 2017: The Nike Air More Uptempo “Light Bone” releases in the US on September 15th, 2017 for $160. Nike’s been bringing...

By Patrick Johnson July 7, 2017
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The Nike Air Max2 Uptempo Has Even More Colorways Coming This Summer

Updated on July 26th, 2017: The Nike Air Max2 Uptempo in White/Black releases in the US on August 3rd, 2017 for $140. The Air Max2...

By Patrick Johnson June 30, 2017
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The Nike Air More Uptempo Is Releasing In Obsidian And Gum

If you’re a fan of the Nike Air More Uptempo, then 2017 has been a great year for you. Not only did we get the...

By Patrick Johnson May 22, 2017
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