We’ll be honest: the retro tech-runner movement is lasting a lot longer than anticipated. In an age where trends come and go like hot flashes in a pan, the 2000s performance running model has exhibited some strong staying power–with mainstays like the Zoom Vomero 5 leading the way.
In 2026, Nike will be ushering in even more colorways of the silhouette. Unlike 80s-era footwear that were limited in their cushioning tech, the 2000s was rife with top-level running shoes that can stand up to the modern-day creations of today. If you’ve worn the Vomero 5, you can attest to that statement. If you haven’t, we’re not sure what you’re waiting for.
This upcoming men’s colorway doesn’t need to rely on pops of neons or funky materials to draw attention; instead, it draws in a rather standard palette of black, grey, and silver, but does so in a super-sleek way that offers up that late-night aesthetic. Find these on Nike.com for $170 early next year.
