Nike Honors Communities that Made The Air Force 1 An Icon

The iconic Nike Air Force 1 has crossed more than the boundary of court to street in the years since its 1982 launch.
Now, Nike is set to honor the communities with the latest iterations of the AF1 — seen in the Utility Pack, NBA Pack and new expressions of the 1s Reimagined.
Nike Air Force Utility Pack
The Nike Air Force 1 Utility replaces the shoe’s traditional lacing structure with a robust midfoot strap. Equipped with a Fidlock magnetic buckle (also used on the Nike Komyuter), the AF1 Utility’s simplified entry system is complemented by an exaggerated pull tab at the heel and extended tongue. In combination, these elements form an aesthetically audacious vision for the AF1, while retaining the shoe’s fundamental hard-wearing qualities.
While the “Black/White” iteration is set to release on October 5th, these Nike Air Force 1 Utility colorways will release on November 1st globally and November 29th in North America on Nike.com, at select retailers and on SNKRS and SNEAKRS apps. The Nike Air Force Utility 270 launches globally November 1st.
Nike Air Force 1 NBA Pack
The jersey-like trim and team color schemes of the NBA Pack revive the Air Force 1’s indelible link to professional basketball. This is also seen in the use ...