Nike Gives a New Take on OG Air Max 97 Colorways

Two colorways of the Nike Air Max 97 have surfaced that take inspiration from the OG 'Silver Bullet' and 'Metallic Gold' colorways, but feature black uppers.

Nike Air Max 97 'Black/Metallic Gold' AT5458 002 (Pair)
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Nike Air Max 97 'Black/Metallic Gold' AT5458 002 (Pair)

Since returning in 2017 to celebrate its 20th anniversary, the Air Max 97 has seen frequent releases. The 1997 runner has surfaced in two brand new colorways inspired by the OG "Silver Bullet" and "Metallic Gold" editions. 

Each upper is composed of a black mesh with tonal overlays. Gold or silver hits are utilized on the mud guard, tongue, and midsole of each respective pair. Taking further cues from the original colorways, each is given red branding on the side panel, tongue, and heel tab. 

According to US11, both pairs are slated to release as quickstrikes on Friday, Nov. 9 at the silhouette's usual retail price of $170.

Nike Air Max 97
Release Date:
 11/9/18
Color: Black/Varsity Red-Metallic Gold-White
Style #: AT5458-002
Price: $170

Nike Air Max 97 'Black/Metallic Gold' AT5458-002 (Latera)
Nike Air Max 97 'Black/Metallic Gold' AT5458-002 (Medial)
Nike Air Max 97 'Black/Metallic Gold' AT5458-002 (Top)
Nike Air Max 97 'Black/Metallic Gold' AT5458-002 (Heel)
Nike Air Max 97 'Black/Metallic Gold' AT5458-002 (Bottom)

Nike Air Max 97
Release Date:
 11/9/18
Color: Black/Varsity Red-Metallic Silver-White
Style #: AT5458-001
Price: $170

Nike Air Max 97 'Black/Metallic Silver' AT5458-001 (Pair)
Nike Air Max 97 'Black/Metallic Silver' AT5458-001 (Lateral)
Nike Air Max 97 'Black/Metallic Silver' AT5458-001 (Medial)
Nike Air Max 97 'Black/Metallic Silver' AT5458-001 (Top)
Nike Air Max 97 'Black/Metallic Silver' AT5458-001 (Heel)
Nike Air Max 97 'Black/Metallic Silver' AT5458-001 (Bottom)