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 Diamond Turf “Emerald” Releases August 29th

Updated August 8th, 2025: A release date of August 29th has been set for the Nike Air Diamond Turf “Emerald.” The sneaker will be available...

By Sneaker News August 8, 2025
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Deion Sanders Jr. Is Getting His Own Nike Air Diamond Turf

Updated July 7th, 2025: Deion Sanders shares a closer look at the Nike Air Diamond Turf “Well Off Forever” collaboration. A release date is currently...

By Andrew Rizzo July 7, 2025
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Nike Air Max Uptempo “Photo Blue” Returns In August

Updated July 3rd, 2025: The Nike Air Max Uptempo “Photo Blue” is set to return to stores on August 7th, 2025 for $170. These last...

By Sneaker News July 3, 2025
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Nike Restocks The Zoom Spiridon Cage 2 “Track Red”

Updated April 21st, 2025: Nike has restocked the Zoom Spiridon Cage 2 “Track Red”. Pairs are available directly from Nike for $140. After dropping its...

By Michael Le April 21, 2025
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Charles Barkley’s Nike Air Max CB 94 Returns In May

Updated April 3rd, 2025: The Nike Air Max CB 94 “OG” is queued up for a tentative May 1st, 2025 release date. Retail remains set at...

By Sneaker News April 3, 2025
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Bo Jackson’s Nike Air Trainer SC “Auburn” Returns In May

Updated April 3rd, 2025: The Nike Air Trainer SC High “Auburn” is queued up for a tentative May 1st, 2025 release date. Retail remains set at...

By Sneaker News April 3, 2025
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Deion Sanders Previews Several Nike Air DT Max ’96 Colorways

With Coach Prime being the “newest” kid on the Nike Retro block, the energy behind the Air Diamond Turf line has never been this high....

By Sneaker News March 22, 2025
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Where To Buy The Nike Air Max Uptempo “Mystic Teal”

A specific era of Nike Basketball is gaining momentum as of late, so there’s no better time for the Swoosh to bring back some of...

By Sneaker News March 9, 2025
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EXCLUSIVE: Nike Air Max CB 34 “Godzilla” Returning Holiday 2025

In the early 1990’s, Nike’s genius advertising department pitted Charles Barkley against the one-and-only Godzilla, the colossal prehistoric lizard monster, as part of the campaign...

By Sneaker News February 12, 2025
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