Nike Calls Up “Obsidian” For The Latest Nike SB PS8

The Sandy Boedecker-inspired silo goes dark.

Matt Varga October 25th, 2024 (updated)

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Amid a slew of new silhouettes and colorways brought on by the Paris Olympics, the dawn of the Nike SB PS8 is perhaps the most notable. Genuinely representing the “latest & greatest” out of the skateboarding subdivision, the model has surged out to a very warm reception, marking sell-outs in most of its releases so far. Will it accomplish the same with the just unveiled “Obsidian” edition?

Many of the “must-have” aspects from the wider skate shoe market remain on the PS8, from the rubber cupsole to the increased cushioning and structure at high-friction areas. What sets it apart from its peers isis the full injection of tech; a Flyknit body makes for a lighter shoe, a Flyplate sole adds responsiveness and a High Abrasion Rubber Tech (HART) outsole maintains flexibility without sacrificing grip. Of course, any shoe has to blend functionality and aesthetics, and the “Obsidian” look here taps into a reliable aquatic palette to achieve that.

The addition of the model comes during a particularly prolific era of Nike SB. On top of the enduring relevance of the SB Dunk and mainstays like the Janoski, signature shoes for Leo Baker and Ishod Wair line the shelves alongside in-line propositions like the Vertebrae.

Expect the Nike SB PS8 “Obsidian” to release this Holiday season, retailing at $110.

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Matt Varga, Junior Editor

Matt Varga is an Editor at SneakerNews. Initially earning a degree in Video Arts and Technology, he got his start in video editing and writing in the music world — primarily on hip-hop and electronic. A long-standing interest in sneakers led him to switching over to footwear. An avid collector, his favorite sneaker of all time comes down to either the Air Jordan 1 “Black Toe” and Air Jordan 5 “Laney,” his first ever pick-ups. When he’s not writing, you can find Matt cooking, traveling, attending concerts and when weather permits, on the handball court.