Push your style to full speed with the Nike Air Max 97 OG. The iconic design is inspired by Japanese water droplets and bullet trains. Full-length Nike Air cushioning delivers first-class comfort. Originally designed for maximum running performance, Nike Air cushioning (the first of its kind) offers best-in-class comfort and sporty style. The hidden lacing system creates an essential look. The durable synthetic upper maintains the organic look of the original, while the mesh underlays ensure ideal breathability. Rubber in the tread for superior traction and durability. Origins of Nike Air Max Revolutionary Air technology made its debut in Nike shoes in 1978. The Air Max 1 marks the debut of the first model with visible Air technology in the heel, giving you the opportunity to not only feel Air cushioning, but see it in action. Since then, the next generation of Air Max shoes have become a huge hit with both athletes and collectors. They offer exclusive combinations of color, lightness and extraordinary cushioning.