The Nike Shox R4 Gets Painted Entirely In “Racer Blue”

The women's release is coming this August.

Matt Varga May 17th, 2024 (updated)

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One of the unexpected beneficiaries of nostalgic Y2K trends has been the Nike Shox R4. Brought back from the archives last year, the wonky runner has largely honed in on the female demographic since its return. The latest Nike Shox R4 “Racer Blue” doesn’t change that demographic strategy but opts for a novel color swatch.

Though “tech runner” isn’t in the Shox R4 job description, the same retro furustic chrome colorways of that vertical frequently make their way to the model all the same. Via the embroidered swoosh and dotted 3M linework, that remains the case, but drenching the shoe comprehensively in “Racer Blue” is the real intrigue. We got images of the Nike Zoom Vomero 5 “Racer Blue” not long ago, carrying almost an identical palette and possibly hinting towards a pack release across the Swoosh’s retro offerings. Even if that doesn’t end up being the case, the nearly reflective cobalt tones that dominate this pair only enhance Shox R4’s futuristic composition and create a standout pair.

The Nike Shox R4 “Racer Blue” is projected to drop in August, releasing in women’s sizing for $150. Get a closer look via a detailed gallery ahead via JD Sports.

Staying with the Swoosh, the Nike KD 17 launches this week, followed shortly after by the Nike KD 17 “Penny” on May 24th.

WHERE TO BUY

Nike Shox R4

SKU: HJ7303-445

RETAIL PRICE: $150

RELEASE DATE: Aug 2024

: Nike Shoe R4 JD Sports

: Nike Shoe R4 JD Sports

: Nike Shoe R4 JD Sports

: Nike Shoe R4 JD Sports

: Nike Shoe R4 JD Sports

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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 the music world, video editing and writing coverage primarily on hip-hop and electronic. A long-standing interest in sneakers eventually led him to switching over to the footwear side of things. An avid collector, his time in the hobby stretches back more than a decade. Though always a contentious argument, his favorite sneaker of all time comes down to the Air Jordan 1 “Black Toe” and Air Jordan 5 “Laney,” his first ever pick-up. When he’s not writing, you can find Matt cooking, traveling, attending concerts and when weather permits, on the handball court.