Nike Foamposite Release Dates

The Nike Foamposite line debuted in 1997 and was created by Eric Avar, leader of Nike’s Advanced Product Engineering group. Avar sought to find the next big thing in sneakers, leading him to foot-molding, liquid polyurethane. His contemporaries considered his idea crazy, but with a little help from Daewoo, a Korean car manufacturer, the Foamposite was created. Anfernee “Penny” Hardaway had his signature line at the time, but he was mesmerized by silhouette during a meeting with Avar and unofficially became the spokesperson moving forward. Nike created two iterations of the Foamposite— the Foamposite Pro, which featured a Swoosh on the side, and the Foamposite One without a Swoosh. Check out some iconic Foamposite One and Foamposite Pro colorways here.

Originally released on February 1, 1997, the Nike Air Foamposite was designed by Eric Avar, a Nike Creative Director and designer who has had a hand in numerous other influential Nike models. The Air Foamposite, though, stands out in Avar's portfolio for its unique, futuristic design and the groundbreaking manufacturing process that birthed it.

The Air Foamposite was initially priced at $180, a cost that reflected the advanced technology and unique design of the shoe. Since then, the price of the Foamposite has steadily increased due to its popularity and rarity, with current retail prices often ranging from $230 to $250 for a new pair. Limited edition colorways and collaborations can often fetch even higher prices.

The Air Foamposite was revolutionary for its time and continues to be influential today. It is named for its unique upper material, a lightweight and durable foam composite that can be molded to the wearer's foot. This "Posite" technology was a major innovation in 1997 and set the stage for many of Nike's future technological advancements.

One notable model within the Foamposite line is the Nike Air Foamposite Pro, which debuted shortly after the original Foamposite. The Foamposite Pro features the same foam composite upper but with a few key differences: most notably, the addition of a large Nike Swoosh on the side, and a slightly different lacing system. The Foamposite Pro also tends to come in different colorways than the original Foamposite.

The Foamposite line has been renowned for its distinctive and often bold colorways. The original "Dark Neon Royal" colorway, famously worn by NBA player Anfernee "Penny" Hardaway, is one of the most recognized. However, many other memorable colorways have been released over the years, such as "Eggplant", "Copper", and "Black Anthracite". In 2012, Nike released the "Galaxy" Foamposite as part of the All-Star game lineup, which featured a print resembling outer space and became one of the most sought-after releases in the line's history. Find every Nike Foamposite and the latest news on Foams right here on Sole Retriever!

Nike Air Foamposite Pro Island Green
September 8, 2017
Nike Air Foamposite Pro Island Green

$230 624041-303

Nike Air Foamposite Pro Vachetta Tan
February 18, 2017
Nike Air Foamposite Pro Vachetta Tan

$300 920377-200

Nike Air Foamposite Pro Hyper Cobalt
August 26, 2016
Nike Air Foamposite Pro Hyper Cobalt

$230 624041-403

Nike Air Foamposite One Sharpie Pack
July 4, 2015
Nike Air Foamposite One Sharpie Pack

$500 800180-001

Nike Air Foamposite One Phoenix Suns
March 2, 2013
Nike Air Foamposite One Phoenix Suns

$220 314996-501

Nike Air Foamposite One Iridescent Purple (I)
December 1, 2018
Nike Air Foamposite One Iridescent Purple (I)

$50 644790-602

Nike Air Foamposite One Floral (I)
February 14, 2019
Nike Air Foamposite One Floral (I)

$60 AT8248-001

Nike Air Foamposite One Navy Gum
January 19, 2019
Nike Air Foamposite One Navy Gum

$230 314996-405

Nike Air Foamposite One Suns (GS)
September 1, 2018
Nike Air Foamposite One Suns (GS)

$180 644791-008

Nike Air Foamposite One Big Bang
January 4, 2018
Nike Air Foamposite One Big Bang

$230 AR3771-800

Nike Air Foamposite One Chromeposite
February 15, 2015
Nike Air Foamposite One Chromeposite

$275 744306-001

Nike Air Foamposite One Tianjin
February 7, 2015
Nike Air Foamposite One Tianjin

$280 744307-001

Nike Air Foamposite One Concord
June 28, 2014
Nike Air Foamposite One Concord

$230 314996-005

Nike Air Foamposite One Stealth
December 14, 2012
Nike Air Foamposite One Stealth

$220 314996-010

Nike Air Foamposite Pro University Red
April 16, 2016
Nike Air Foamposite Pro University Red

$230 624041-604

Nike Air Foamposite One Metallic Gold
March 14, 2015
Nike Air Foamposite One Metallic Gold

$230 314996-700

Nike Air Foamposite Pro Dark Obsidian
February 6, 2015
Nike Air Foamposite Pro Dark Obsidian

$240 624041-402

Nike Air Foamposite One Pearlized Pink
November 21, 2012
Nike Air Foamposite One Pearlized Pink

$220 314996-600

Nike Air Foamposite Pro Electric Blue
July 1, 2011
Nike Air Foamposite Pro Electric Blue

$200 624041-410

Nike Air Foamposite Pro Black Metallic Gold
November 17, 2018
Nike Air Foamposite Pro Black Metallic Gold

$230 624041-009

Nike Air Foamposite One Eggplant
February 29, 2024
Nike Air Foamposite One Eggplant

$240 FN5212-001

Nike Air Foamposite One Hologram
December 25, 2015
Nike Air Foamposite One Hologram

$230 314996-900

Nike Air Foamposite One Memphis Tigers
March 9, 2019
Nike Air Foamposite One Memphis Tigers

$230 BV8161-400

Nike Air Foamposite Pro Area 72 Asteroid
December 20, 2013
Nike Air Foamposite Pro Area 72 Asteroid

$250 616750-600

Nike Air Foamposite Pro Bright Crimson
September 1, 2012
Nike Air Foamposite Pro Bright Crimson

$220 624041-016

Nike Air Foamposite Pro Electric Green
March 5, 2011
Nike Air Foamposite Pro Electric Green

$200 624041-300

Nike Air Foamposite Pro University Blue
January 1, 2003
Nike Air Foamposite Pro University Blue

$180 624041-411

Nike Air Foamposite Pro University Blue
Spring 2026
Nike Air Foamposite Pro University Blue

$240 HF0794-400

Nike Air Foamposite One Iridescent Purple (GS)
December 1, 2018
Nike Air Foamposite One Iridescent Purple (GS)

$180 644791-602

Nike Air Foamposite One Wu-Tang (I)
June 24, 2016
Nike Air Foamposite One Wu-Tang (I)

$50 644790-701

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