The Nike Shox TL Downs A “Chili Pepper” Colorway

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Matt Varga April 24th, 2025 (updated)

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Things are heating up for the Nike Shox TL, and not just due to the warmer months ahead. No — instead, the piston-powered model is taking on a spicy overhaul for the Summer/Fall slate, capitalizing on neon shades with the Shox TL “Light Crimson/Volt.”

You don’t need any botanical knowledge to instantly read the red/green ombre as a connection to the Capsicum family, already visited on several previous occasions this decade. Bracketed on all sides by black synthetics, the two hi-vis hues are centralized on the gradient mesh that centers this design, additionally popping on the heel cup and surrounding piping, as well as with a vibrant interior insert. While this is a particularly notable application of the theme, such gradient looks have been a growing aesthetic on the model, creatively applied on both the foundation of previous pairs and their TPU overlays.

No matter where you ascribe the inspiration for its palette, the Nike Shox TL in “Light Crimson” and “Volt” should be landing via Nike.com in the coming weeks, retailing for $170 in men’s sizing. Catch official images just ahead.

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Mens Nike Shox TL

SKU: AV3595-601

RETAIL PRICE: $170

RELEASE DATE: 2025

US 2025

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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.