A strong run on the board keeps pushing Paul Rodriguez’s legacy forward, and another retro colorway is now joining the rollout of his first signature shoe. Following P-Rod’s PSL championship win, the Nike SB P-Rod 1 “Black Gum” returns with a stripped-back look that feels true to both the era and the skater behind it.
Formula-wise, this one stays pretty simple, but never plain. The majority of the upper is made up of black suede, dialing up the richness on the model while keeping things a bit rough-edged. Add in the gum outsole and you’ve got the perfect contrast we love to see on a skate shoe. Side-on, the shoe keeps a slim, low profile with a tonal Swoosh, black laces and lining helping tie everything together.
There is also more texture here than the first glance suggests. The heel panel brings in a quilted pattern that adds depth to the design, and the visible Zoom Air unit in the heel keeps the original performance DNA in place. Tongue branding, heel embroidery, and the P-Rod tag inside round it out without pushing the pair too far from its clean identity.
That balance is what makes the retro feel smart. Rather than overworking a classic, Nike SB lets the shape, materials, and cushioning do the talking while continuing to build around one of the brand’s most important signature lines.
The Nike SB P-Rod 1 “Black Gum” releases in Summer 2026 via Nike.com and select skate shops for $125.
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Nike SB P-Rod 1
Color: Black/Gum Light Brown
Style Code: IQ6827-001
Release Date: 2026
Price: $125
