Multi-colored Swoosh logos and neon details give these court classics a bright upgrade just in time for spring. You still get the Nike Air cushioning and pivot-circle outsole that made these '82 hoops shoes famous. Benefits Soft leather feels smooth and supportive. Originally designed for hoops performance, the Nike Air unit adds cushioning. Padded, low-cut collar creates a clean, streamlined look. Air Force 1 Debuting in 1982 as a basketball must-have, the Air Force 1 came into its own in the 90s. The clean look of the classic white-on-white AF1 was endorsed from the basketball courts to the block and beyond. Finding its rhythm in hip-hop culture, releasing limited collabs and colorways, Air Force 1 became an iconic sneaker around the globe. And with over 2000 iterations of this staple, its impact on fashion, music and sneaker culture can’t be denied.