The Air Max 97 Joins Nike’s “Wild West” Pack

Ross Dwyer March 3rd, 2019 (updated)

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Nike’s forthcoming slate of “Wild West” sneakers is gearing up to be one heck of a ride for Air Max lovers. After a rodeo-ready Air Max 95 was recently revealed, we now have a first look at another addition to the pack: the beloved Air Max 97. Featuring a mix of Western-style materials, colors, and textures, the “Wild West” 97s are nothing if not head-turning. A tan leather mudguard nods to a cowboy’s chaps, while washed blue denim on the upper and midfoot acknowledges well-worn work clothes. A final pop of bold style then arrives via a single stripe of red paisley print — a likely nod to a cowboy’s trusty bandanna — while reflective detailing on the upper’s swooping stripes and the throat ensures low-light visibility. Grab a first look at these Western-style AM97s right here, expect them to release February 2nd at Swoosh Brand stockists worldwide, and let us know what you think of the “Wild West” pack as a whole in the comments.

Nike Air Max 97
Release Date: February 2, 2019
Color: Parachute Beige/University Red-Thunderstorm-Lite Armory Blue-Sail
Style Code: BV6056-200