Nike designer Sergio Lozano put the Air Max 95 together as a running shoe, but thanks to British terrace culture, the lifestyle favorite has gained ties to the soccer pitch. Of course, you won’t find a pair of suede 95s in even the most amateur adult leagues, but if you look to the stands at any Premier League match, you’re certain to see 95s underfoot. This year, Nike brought the fan favorite out of the bleachers and onto the pitch, giving the Mercurial Vapor 16 Elite cleats an AM95 makeover.
Zach Harris is a writer based in Philadelphia. His work has appeared in Rolling Stone, Vice, Complex, High Times, and more. He is obsessed with skateboarding and bowling. He is still looking for his first 300. For tips, reviews, and anything in size 10.5 - zach.h@soleretriever.com
