The iconic Nike Air Max 97 is one of the most groundbreaking shoes in footwear history. Inspired by the radiating waves of water droplets the Air Max 97 was the first shoe to feature full-length Visible Air technology. With its metallic silver uppers and 3M reflective accents, the Air Max 97 embodied late '90s futurism. Today the shoe remains as iconic and relevant as ever, as Nike continues to outfit the shoe in bold new colors. The newest version the Air Max 97 Utility, outfits the classic runner in winterized details to keep you warm and dry, and also adds a rugged traction outsole to give you improved grip on all surfaces. Molded synthetic uppers with Vac-Tech construction to keep you warm and dry. Innovative speed lacing system with rope laces. Pull tabs at tongue and heel. Midsole features a mix of lightweight foam rubber, and full-length Visible Air for unparalleled impact protection and responsive comfort. Re-engineered rubber outsole with newly designed traction pattern for improved grip on all surfaces. Item fits true to size but narrow in the toe box. Considering sizing up one-half size.