The Nike Air Trainer Huarache will soon be releasing in a new colorway which pays homage to the colors found on vintage Houston Astros baseball hats and uniforms. The Green insole represents the brim on the underside of the baseball cap, while having baseball-like stitching on the tongues. Additional details includes Yellow and Orange contrasting accents completing the Houston theme.
Look for this City Pride Nike Air Trainer Huarache to release at select retailers and nike.com in the near future for $115.
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