| Gender | Men |
First released in 1986 for marathon running, the Nike Air Sock Racer laceless shoe was undoubtedly revolutionary and paved the way for other Nike innovations beyond running. Without compromising on comfort or performance, designer Bruce Kilgore gave the shoe bold hues that coordinated with even bolder advertising, giving the Sock Racer added cultural significance. The ads boasted statements like "Still Crazy After All These Years."
Today, Nike Air Sock Racer Ultra Flyknit brings the innovations of the original shoe into the present. For the first time, the upper employs Nike Flyknit, which offers increased breathability and an improved fit. The shoe retains the Nike Flyknit Racer 's striped collar pattern and original buckle closures with slightly thicker straps.