The Nike Ava Rover Makes Landfall On “Cosmic Clay”

Another option as we approach the silhouette's debut.

Matt Varga July 14th, 2025 (updated)

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Most may be familiar with ReactX in a running context, but as the technology becomes more and more part of the fabric in Beaverton, we’re beginning to see some truly novel applications of the brand’s “lightest foam ever.” Circle back to the just-revealed Air Jordan 40, following in the footsteps of the GT Cut 3 in bringing the tech to the court, or the upcoming Nike Ava Rover, emerging in a “Cosmic Clay” colorway.

Spun off into clearer lifestyle use, ReactX provides the cushioning for the entirety of the Ava Rover, leaning into its intergalactic title with deep craters within that underfoot section. Further, the red planet-approved “Cosmic Clay” keeps up that atmosphere, here utilized with a cohesive application across the midsole and pixelated welting above it, setting up nearly an even split with the “Fossil” off-white upper.

Expect the Nike Ava Rover to touch down during the Fall 2025 shopping season, with the silhouette at large set to debut this July. Retail remains at $125.

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RELEASE DATE: Jul 25, 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.