The Nike Air Max Tailwind IV SP gives a new look to the '90s classic. Max Air units give you comfort and style that last. Max Air units provides lightweight cushioning. Woven fabric is durable. Foam helps cushion your step. A durable rubber outsole provides traction. Flex grooves bend with your foot. Nike's revolutionary Air-Sole unit made its way into Nike footwear in the late '70s. In 1987, the Nike Air Max 1 debuted with visible air in its heel, allowing fans more than just the feel of Air-Sole comfort—suddenly they could see it. Since then, next-generation Nike Air Max shoes have become a hit with athletes and collectors by offering striking colour combinations and reliable, lightweight cushioning.