{"id":150627,"date":"2011-03-03T09:13:52","date_gmt":"2011-03-03T15:13:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/nicekicks.com\/?p=150627"},"modified":"2022-09-15T20:18:32","modified_gmt":"2022-09-16T01:18:32","slug":"off-season-sneaks-nike-retro-training-buyers-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.snkrsday.com\/off-season-sneaks-nike-retro-training-buyers-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Off-Season Sneaks: Nike Retro Training Buyer?s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

Performance training footwear came a long way in the past year, with and other brands unveiling some ground-breaking technology that could change forever the way we look at the footwear category. The rise in interest also sparked a series of Nike<\/strong> retro drops for 2011, ranging from The Kid’s kicks, to Mr. Bo Jackson’s signatures and on down to a certain Japanese pitcher’s classic sneaker. And while most of these shoes are no longer front-runners in the weigthroom, on the track or at the batting practice, they all still deserve some shine. It’s because of this that we’ve assembled this buyer’s guide to help you navigate the world of retro Nike trainers. Some great sneakers are out right now and at the very end of this feature, you’ll get a peek at what’s coming out soon.<\/p>\n

Nike Air Max NM (Nomo)<\/h4>\n

Hideo Nomo’s classic trainer first popped onto the scene in the mid-90s and sits on the same tooling as the ever-popular Air Griffey Max 1. Unlike The Kid though, Nomo was known for throwing batters out, not hitting balls out of the park. The original Varsity Red colorway led this shoe’s revival and two additional color-ups have landed at stores since. We’re still waiting on the blue pair, but for now the options are plentiful. Philly retailer UBIQ can hold you down for the OG colorway , Champs has the Tech Grey\/Spark Blues and Eastbay will lace you up with the third pair.<\/p>\n

Nike Air Max NM (Nomo)<\/strong>
\nTech Grey\/White\/Black\/Blue Spark (429749-004)
\nVarsity Red\/White-Black (429749-600)
\nBlack\/White-Varsity Red (429749-016)
\n$140<\/p>\n

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Nike Air Griffey Max 1<\/h4>\n

Perennial favorite and all-out classic, the Air Griffey Max 1<\/strong>, like the player it was built for, is hard not to like. Though recent history gave us bring-backs of the “Fresh Water” colorway and of course, the very well-received Varsity Royal\/Volt guise, the Cincinnati-inspired color scheme that dropped just last weekend is definitely one of the best looks to date. You can find it now at select retailers, including Snkrs Day, but it won’t sit on shelves for long.<\/p>\n

Nike Air Griffey Max 1<\/strong>
\nWhite\/Black-Varsity Red
\n354912-106
\n$140<\/p>\n

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Nike Air Trainer Huarache<\/h4>\n

The Air Trainer Huarache got an update in late 2010 that saw it lose its Air cushioning for a Zoom Air chassis, as well as other performance upgrades. The classic is back this year though, including these three colorways, bringing 1992 back with a bang. More color-ups are slated to release throughout the year. Eastbay was the first store to stock them, but they should be coming to your local spot very soon.<\/p>\n

Nike Air Trainer Huarache<\/strong>
\nGrey\/Photo Blue
\nBlack\/White\/Varsity Red
\nBlack\/Black\/Medium Grey\/White
\n$100<\/p>\n

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Nike Air Trainer 1<\/h4>\n

The choice sneaker of one John McEnroe, the Tinker Hatfield-design Air Trainer 1 is a marvel to this day. Originally a new genre of shoe designed to suit the need of those tired of carrying one pair of shoes to the gym for running and another for playing basketball, this shoe was great for most any activity and was the catalyst for an important era at the Swoosh. 2009 saw a very limited number of OG colorway retros release, but of these three new Europe-only drops, two have similar styling. That’s not to say the blue-highlighted pair is any less attractive, of course. Like the Air Trainer IIIs on the page before though, you’ll have hit up a foreign retailer like Schuh-You to get yourself a pair.<\/p>\n

Nike Air Trainer 1<\/strong>
\nBlack\/Grey-Volt (317554-001)
\nBlack\/White-Neutral Grey-Dark Shadow (317554-002)
\nNeutral Grey\/Black-Dark Shadow-White (317554-003)
\n?99.95 (~135 USD)<\/p>\n

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Nike Air Trainer III<\/h4>\n

It’s no “Medicine Ball,” but this rendition of the Air Trainer III is very slick nonetheless. First debuted in 1988, this aggressively-designed silhouettes features many characteristics with its predecessors in the Air Trainer line. Mist notably, it retains the signature forefoot strap. UNfotunately for U.S. fans however, this unexpected retro landed only at foreign accounts, meaning you’ll have to shell out some cash to import a pair from a retailer like The Good Will Out.<\/p>\n

Nike Air Trainer III<\/strong>
\nWhite\/Cool Grey-Deep Royal-Black
\n679066-100
\n?119.99 (~166 USD)<\/p>\n

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Nike Air Trainer SC<\/h4>\n

At this point, you probably know that “Bo Knows.” And because you do, you may understand the important of the Air Trainer SC to the training genre. This sneaker was the basis for the aforementioned campaign and is notably known for the colorway that honored Bo Jackson’s alma mater, Auburn University. Though that color has come and gone, two recent drops feature likable looks, including one that features the beloved Volt hue. You can pick up both now at Eastbay Just don’t try and play hockey in them.<\/p>\n

Nike Air Trainer SC<\/strong>
\nWhite\/Metallic Silver-Black-Volt
\nGrey\/Obsidian-Circuit Orange
\n$105<\/p>\n

<\/p>\n

COMING SOON<\/h4>\n

The fun is far from over, as Nike has rounded up loads of great retro kicks for later this year. Beginning next month, a slew of kicks will begin returning. Whether it’s the Air Griffey Max II in two colorways or Bo’s second Air Trainer SC, forefoot strap and all, the summer is jam-packed with nice pick-up opportunities.<\/p>\n

Nike Air Griffey Max II<\/strong>
\nBlack\/White-Fresh Water
\n442171-001
\n$140
\nApril 2011<\/p>\n

Nike Air Griffey Max II<\/strong>
\nMidnight Navy\/White-Chlorine Blue
\n442171-400
\n$140
\nJune 2011<\/p>\n

Nike Air Trainer SC II<\/strong>
\nBlack\/Black-Varsity Red
\n443575-001
\n$110
\nApril 2011<\/p>\n

Nike Air Trainer SC II<\/strong>
\nWhite\/Dark Grey-Neutral Grey
\n443575-102
\n$110
\nJune 2011<\/p>\n

Nike Air Trainer Max 2 ’94<\/strong>
\nWhite\/Black-Varsity Red
\n312543-104
\n$120
\nApril 2011<\/p>\n

Nike Air Trainer Max 2 ’94<\/strong>
\nWhite\/Black-Dark Pine-Bright Kiwi
\n312543-100
\n$120
\nMay 2011<\/p>\n

Nike Air Trainer Huarache<\/strong>
\nWhite\/Fresh Water-Black
\n679083-100
\nApril
\n$100<\/p>\n

Nike Air Trainer Huarache<\/strong>
\nBlack\/Club Purple-Platinum
\n679083-014
\nJune 2011<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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