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 Teams With Bella Hadid To Reintroduce The Original Cortez For Women

Nike Sportswear has teamed up with supermodel Bella Hadid to promote the Nike Cortez and its 45th anniversary with an exclusive women’s collection featuring 3...

By Patrick Johnson May 25, 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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The Nike Air Max Plus Joins The Metallic Gold Club

Nike Sportswear continues to revamp a number of classic running models inspired by the 20th anniversary of the Nike Air Max 97 even though we’ve...

By Patrick Johnson May 4, 2017
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The Nike Air Shake NDestrukt Is Releasing In “Triple White”

Nike is revamping the classically weird Nike Air Shake NDestrukt in more colors than Dennis Rodman’s actual dyed hair back during his prime in the...

By Patrick Johnson May 1, 2017
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Nike And COMME des Garcons Set To Release Another Collaboration This Week

COMME des Garcons is celebrating the grand opening of “Rei Kawakubo/COMME des GARÇONS: Art of the In-Between” at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in style...

By Patrick Johnson May 1, 2017
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The Nike Air More Uptempo “Dark Maroon” Releases On May 1st

Updated May 1st, 2017: The Nike Air More Uptempo “Bordeaux/Dark Maroon” releases on May 25th, 2017 for $160. The Nike Air More Uptempo has had...

By Patrick Johnson April 28, 2017
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Five Colorways Of The Nike Sock Racer Ultra Flyknit Release On April 27th

The last time we saw the Nike Sock Racer was with Nike Sportswear’s unique “Genealogy of Free” Collection, a pack that showcased a number of...

By Patrick Johnson April 20, 2017
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NIKEiD To Add 90 Colors Options For The Sock Racer OG

The Nike Sock Racer OG is back alongside a few Flyknit upgrades, making the 1985 oddity even more prone to fandom this Spring/Summer 2017 season....

By Patrick Johnson April 17, 2017
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The Nike Air More Uptempo “Triple Black” Releases Friday

The Nike Air More Uptempo is going to be one of the most sought after sneakers by year’s end and it has the momentum of...

By Patrick Johnson April 11, 2017
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