Ahead of this year’s Air Max Day, the most popular Air Max model Air Max 97 is coming back with a new color. The shoe features a stealthy Black mesh and leather upper that is further accented with hits of bold Orange on the side panels, tongue, heel and Air Max unit. 3M Reflective racing stripes allows you to be seen in the dark.
The Nike Air Max 97 in black and crimson is set to arrive in the coming weeks via select Nike Sportswear retailers and nike.com for $160 USD.
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