Layer on style with the Air Max 97. Its iconic design gets updated with premium materials like leather and soft suede. The original look, inspired by Japanese bullet trains and water droplets, still takes center stage, while easy-to-style colors let you hit the streets quickly. Full-length Nike Air cushioning lets you ride in first-class comfort. Benefits Originally designed for performance running, the full-length Max Air unit adds soft comfort. Real and synthetic leather upper keeps the fluid look of the original while adding comfort and durability. Breathable fabric underlays help keep the shoe airy. Foam midsole feels springy. Hidden lacing system was a first of its kind and delivers a streamlined look. Product Details Rubber outsole Round laces Embroidered Swoosh Pull tabs on heel and tongue for easy on/off Air Max 97 Legend has it that the Air Max 97 was inspired by Tokyo’s lightning-fast transit system. Nicknamed the “silver bullet,” the innovative full-length Air cushioning and sleek, reflective design truly made the Air Max 97 the shoe for the future.