As the world eagerly awaits the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, Nike is preparing to celebrate the global event by bringing back classic silhouettes and introducing new, exciting products. The “Safari” theme has been a prominent approach across Nike’s performance and lifestyle footwear, but the brand is also reissuing all-time icons to further energize the massive event. Among these iconic re-releases are the Nike Air More Uptempo Slide “Olympic”, a fresh take on the classic basketball shoe worn by the legendary Scottie Pippen.
The Nike Air More Uptempo Slide “Olympic” pay homage to the iconic navy, white and red colorway of the original sneaker, which Pippen famously wore during the 1996 Olympic Games. The slip-on slide model features a USA blue base, while the oversized “AIR” letter patches are stitched in crisp white on the lateral and medial sides, seamlessly merging into the air-cushioned midsole. A subtle touch of red appears via the Nike swoosh on the in-step, adding a pop of contrast to the overall design.
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While the Slide are a near-perfect transfer of the classic Uptempo look, it’s worth noting that Scottie’s number 8 jersey, which is prominently featured on the heel of the original basketball model, is missing from the Slides. Despite this minor omission, the Nike Air More Uptempo Slide “Olympic” remain a faithful representation of the iconic sneaker that captured the hearts of basketball fans and sneaker enthusiasts alike.
The Nike Air More Uptempo Slide “Olympic” will be available for the Summer/Fall 2024 season and will retail for $85. Sneaker aficionados and fans of the original Uptempo silhouette will be able to purchase these slides at Nike.com and select retailers.
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