Nike SB and Air Max go to battle again, and this time it’s the Air Max 95 transformed into a skater-ready silhouette with the Nike SB Air Max 95 “Cactus Flower” release.
Skateboarder Eric Koston was a key figure in the campaign, which focuses on the AM95’s history as a post-skating session sneaker staple that eventually became a skate shoe in its own right. While the original Air Max 95 started as a running shoe and featured no grip or boardfeel, that’s not the case with the SB edition.
Nike designer David Nickless confirmed that the entire shoe was reconstructed, with soft leather, a lower-profile tread, and an altered sole unit which brings your foot closer to the Air unit for better impact and even better control.
As for the looks, the “Cactus Flower” iteration of the SB Air Max 95 features bold purple on the lace loops, tongue, and Air unit, with layers of white, grey and black throughout. A gum outsole caps the shoe for a familiar Nike SB finish.
Release Date & Where To Buy
Nike SB Air Max 95 “Cactus Flower” Release Dates
- August 1 — Available at select U.S. skate shops (see list below)
- August 5 — Global release on SNKRS
- August 22 — U.S. release on SNKRS
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