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 Foamposite One “Abalone” Releasing In 2018

Sea snail inspired Foamposites? It sounds crazy, but that’s the look that will be gracing the Nike Air Foamposite One come Spring 2018 according to...

By Patrick Johnson June 21, 2017
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Nike Air Foamposite One “Metallic Red” Releases Next Friday

Foamposite fans have had much to rejoice about so far throughout the iconic model’s 20th anniversary year. Already we’ve seen the return of the essential...

By Zack Schlemmer May 12, 2017
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The Nike Air Foamposite One “Copper” Releases On April 20th

Update: The Nike Air Foamposite One “Copper” releases on April 20th. The “Heaven Cent” colorway of the Nike Air Foamposite One is back, much to...

By Zack Schlemmer April 11, 2017
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Copper Foamposites Are Back On April 20th

One of the best Nike Air Foamposite One colorways ever is finally a coming back. We’re now less than a month away from the return...

By Zack Schlemmer March 31, 2017
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Official Images of the Nike Air Foamposite Pro “Silver Surfer”

The next great Foamposite colorway is here for all the fans of the shoe to get excited about: the chromed-out look for the Nike Air...

By Zack Schlemmer March 10, 2017
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The Nike Air Foamposite One “Royal” XX Releases Tomorrow

Nike and other retailers such as Foot Locker will release the Nike Air Foamposite One XX Royal tomorrow, January 20th both in stores and online....

By Patrick Johnson January 19, 2017
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Nike Air Foamposite One XX “Royal” Releases Next Month

Updated January 19th, 2017: The Nike Air Foamposite One XX “Royal” releases on January 20th, 2017 for $230. Those of you hoping to grab the...

By Patrick Johnson December 13, 2016
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The Nike Air Foamposite Pro “Dr. Doom” Releases On SNKRS Next Week

Foamposite fans are psyched because one of the best colorways ever has finally made its comeback ten years later. Who would have thought that in...

By Zack Schlemmer December 7, 2016
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The Nike Air Foamposite One “Royal” Releases In January 2017

Updated December 27th, 2016: The Nike Air Foamposite One “Royal” releases on January 26th, 2017 for $230. 2017 will be the year of the Foamposite,...

By Patrick Johnson October 4, 2016
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