Early info on 2027 releases is already starting to surface, and one of the more interesting rumors points to Undefeated linking back up with Nike to revisit a deep-cut Air Max runner. This time, the focus shifts to the Nike Air Tuned Max, a lesser-known model from 1999 that has quietly built a cult following over the years.
The buzz began circulating through Air Max enthusiasts like @BubbleKoppe on Instagram, landing just ahead of the brand’s annual Air Max Month push. It also builds on Undefeated’s recent momentum with Nike, especially after its city-inspired Air Max 95 collection that helped close out the silhouette’s 30th anniversary run.
Unlike more mainstream Air Max models, the Tuned Max comes from Nike’s Alpha Project era, a period known for experimental performance design. While the shoe never reached the same level of popularity as other releases from that time, it remains a standout for collectors who appreciate its bold structure and Tuned Air cushioning system.
If the collaboration moves forward, it would mark one of the few times the silhouette has returned. Past moments include Skepta bringing attention back to the model in 2017, followed by a limited retro run in the early 2020s before it faded back into Nike’s archive.
With the model nearing three decades in the history books, this rumored project could give the Air Tuned Max a rare spotlight once again.
While official details have yet to be confirmed, the Undefeated x Nike Air Tuned Max is expected to release during Spring 2027 in multiple colorways. Stay tuned for updates as the story develops.
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