There are black Forces, and then there are these. Inspired by everything horror with a bolted-on Swoosh, the Air Force 1 Low "Exoskeletal" is made for mayhem.
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Cloaked in ghostly shades of Medium Ash and Anthracite Black premium leather on top of a black rubber sole with subtle whisps of grey throughout, the Exoskeletal Forces are seance-ready, and with an expected drop date sometime in September, they should be ready for Mischief Day, Halloween, or whatever shenanigans you have in mind.
Outside of the poltergeist-style swoops of grey through dark shoe, the horror theme really comes out in the details. The lateral Swoosh is a molded metallic piece bolted onto the shoe with raised accents, and the Nike Air tongue comes through with the same bolted-on detail. Last but not least, the black rope laces add another bit of visual heft to the already heavy Forces.
Forces have always been a staple in the Nike lineup, but so many of the stronger pairs come by way of collaboration or limited release, it's always nice to see the Swoosh put so much detail and thought into an inline release.
The Nike Air Force 1 Low "Exoskeletal" is expected to release September 2025 through Nike and select retailers online and in-store. Available in men’s sizing, the retail price is set at $130. Download the Sole Retriever mobile app to stay updated on the latest releases, raffles, news, and more in the sneaker and streetwear world.
