Parade season in New York always brings a little extra energy, and Nike has a history of tapping into that moment with special footwear tied to the city’s Puerto Rican Day celebration. That continues here with the Nike Shox R4 “Puerto Rico”, a Summer 2026 release that mixes familiar Shox styling with details that speak directly to the event’s cultural backdrop.
Official images show the pair dressed in a cool Glacier Blue finish across the upper, giving the retro runner a clean and almost icy look. Hits of University Red sharpen the presentation on the Swoosh outline, heel embroidery, outsole circles, and bright insole branding, while Metallic Silver lands on the Shox columns for a more reflective finish. White smooths out the palette on the larger side Swoosh and sections of the sole, keeping the color blocking balanced.
The shape stays true to the model’s late-1990s identity, with molded side panels, a leather build, mesh on the tongue, and the signature four-column Shox setup in the heel. Standout element that elevates this Puerto Rico colorway is the lace charm. The stand-out detail that makes this Puerto Rico colorway unique is the lace tag. It’s the lace accessory that really sets this Puerto Rico colorway apart. Nike includes a classic Vejigante mask charm to connect the shoe even deeper to Puerto Rican culture.
The Nike Shox R4 “Puerto Rico” drops Summer 2026 priced at $155 through Nike.com and select retailers.
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Nike Shox R4 “Puerto Rico”
Color: Glacier Blue/University Red-Metallic Silver-White
Style Code: IQ1867-474
Release Date: 2026
Price: $155
