Nike's Air Max 1 Essential is back, upgrading Tinker Hatfield's '87 OG! This men's Air Max 1 Essential trainer is built with a grey and blue leather upper with perforated panelling and a tonal lace up fastening. Sat on a lightweight foam sole, the Air Max 1 was the first of the Air Max fam to come equipped with a visible Air unit in the heel for lightweight cushioning. With a gum rubber tread for traction and durability, they're finished with a white Swoosh to the sidewalls, as well as branding to the heel and tongue.