Nike’s New MX-720-818 Updates The Air Max 98

Michael Le February 13th, 2020 (updated)

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In what may arguably be the most confounding release thus far, Nike presents what is effectively the love child of the Air Max 720 and 98 held under the technical title of MX-720-818. Branching off much like its more conceptual series introduced this past month, the pair evokes a response quite different from its two main components; the lifestyle allure of the once Supreme collaborated model are largely foregone to create a fusion of performance meets function meets style topped along Beaverton’s patented cushioning. Uppers come equipped with an enduring nylon fabrication with overt stitching created molds akin to the segmented embroidery hits found on the original. Small oval shaped overlays sit where they once used to be though much more minimal, with mudguards bearing a gridded pattern across their entire face to further emphasize its futuristic elements. Swooshes, both on the forefoot and along the profile, are miniature just as the signed off moniker that rests right on the bubble itself in faded gray lettering. Grab a detailed look at both this black and red colorway right below and keep it locked in to know when they’re hitting select retailers and Nike.com.