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Walk On The Wild Side With The Nike Air Max 97 Leopard Tongue

By Sole Retriever

Published August 14, 2022 at 12:00 AM

As we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Christian Tresser’s AM 97, not only should we remember iconic colorways of the past like the “Silver Bullet,” but we should also look forward to brand new pairs like the upcoming "Leopard Tongue." While the Beaverton-based footwear brand is certainly no stranger when it comes to big cat-inspired releases, this may just be their craziest one yet.

From a distance, this Nike Air Max 97 looks like the usual affair. With a mesh and leather base that’s doused in white, olive green accents offer up a militaristic vibe. Of course, the star of the show has got to be the aptly dubbed “Leopard Tongue” feature that nods to the predator’s unique fur pattern. Arriving in an earthy brown and yellow palette, black spots are peppered throughout to keep in line with the theme. This is all proudly showcased on top of a creamy, sail-colored midsole, complete with the exposed Max Air unit that the AM 97 is renowned for.

The Nike Air Max 97 Leopard Tongue is set to release in 2022. It will drop at Nike, via the SNKRS app, and at select retailers worldwide, in-store and online. Coming in men's sizing, retail is set at $185. Keep it locked to our Twitter andMobile App to stay up to date on future releases.