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

Where To Buy The Nike Air Trainer 3 “Medicine Ball”

Loved by athletes and street style mavens alike for its versatile tech and unique look, Nike’s Air Trainer 3 is an exemplary piece of throwback...

By Ross Dwyer April 23, 2019
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The Nike Zoom GP Honors Seattle Sonics Uniforms From The Late 1990s

Nike’s sudden revival of Gary Payton’s Zoom GP signature shoe will not come without any keen storytelling ideas. This May 18th, the Swoosh will honor...

By Sneaker News April 21, 2019
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The Nike ACG Okwahn II Returns In Racer Blue And Pink

The Nike ACG Okwahn II, which saw its revival back in November after an almost 6 year hiatus, is back once again in a mixture...

By Michael Le April 18, 2019
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Where To Buy The Nike Zoom GP Retro

Lead by the dynamic duo of Gary Payton and Shawn Kemp, the Seattle Supersonics were a Western Conference powerhouse in the late ’90s, and now...

By Ross Dwyer April 15, 2019
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Nike ACG Resurrects The Air Wildwood In Two New Colorways

Announcing their new silhouette just yesterday, the folks at Nike ACG are finally honoring its deep history of models with the forthcoming revival of the...

By Michael Le April 10, 2019
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Nike ACG Introduces The React Terra Gobe Trail Shoe

Departing from the techwear stylings of Errolson Hugh around a year ago, Nike ACG is going back to its roots with its latest trail silhouette,...

By Michael Le April 9, 2019
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Where To Buy The Nike Blazer Mid 77 “Sail”

With the many vintage releases from the swoosh vault making their way out onto current release calendars, the spearheading model, the Blazer Mid 77, is...

By Michael Le April 8, 2019
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Official Images Of The Nike PG3 “Mamba Day”

The Nike PG3 silhouette — though oft-seen in many monochrome interpretations — is joining the Mamba Day celebrations in a colorway of vibrant mosaics and...

By Michael Le April 8, 2019
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The Nike Air Trainer 3 “Medicine Ball” Returns On April 25th

After serving as inspiration for both a hybrid take on the LeBron 16 and a homage-filled colorway of the Jordan Legacy 312, Nike’s Air Trainer...

By Ross Dwyer March 31, 2019
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