Air Force 1 Low

What is the history of the Air Force 1 Low ?

Originally, the Nike Air Force One was designed, like many trainers , for basketball players. Nike ambition, in the early 1980s, was to revolutionize the brand's image and create a real universe around these sports shoes .

Launched in 1982 at a price of $62.95, the first model was designed by American designer Bruce Kilgore, from its look to its name. In fact, he named it after the plane of the President of the United States, Air Force One , because basketball players are supposed to leap into the sky - and beyond - thanks to this new shoe.

It was an immediate success. The one nicknamed AF1 , upon its release, became an icon of New York Hip-Hop culture, and began to be seen on everyone's feet in New York. The problem? Nike , faithful to its strategy of regularly renewing its products, decided to stop marketing the Air Force 1 in 1984.

However, if the Nike Air Force One Low has become today a must-have in terms of a pair of trainers to have at home with a very high popularity, it is notably thanks to two managers of Baltimore stores specializing in trainers , Paul Blinken (Cinderella Shoes) and Harold Rudo (Charley Rudo's Sports). Witnesses of the constant and insatiable demand of the population for this pair of sneakers and their disappointment at its disappearance, they went directly to Nike headquarters to convince them to restart production.

As you can probably guess, it worked. And, through numerous reinventions of the Nike Air Force 1 One Low , including new colorways, endless collaborations and changes to its look, the shoe has now become the emblem of the swoosh brand.

What are the characteristics of the Air Force 1 Low ?

In its first edition, the low edition of the AF1 has a rather sober look. Painted entirely in white, with its leather upper, it features the iconic swoosh on both sides of the shoe as well as a thick sole. Also, Bruce Kilgore will insert the new Nike Air technology, an iconic design composed of air units hidden under the heel, providing better cushioning to the shoe.

Designed as a unisex shoe that can delight both men and women, it has kept the same technical characteristics since its first version. The special feature of the AF1 Low ? No two models are alike! Each trainer has details, colors, additions, a certain comfort, and increased durability that differentiates it from other pairs in the Air Force 1 collection. On some of the pairs, a second swoosh in a mini version is embroidered below the pair or superimposed on the first. The materials for these sneakers are also of high quality.

Nowadays, the Nike Air Force One 1 Low comes in a multitude of different versions and colors, such as the classic favorite of trainers addicts, the white Air Force One Low , or its shadow version, reinforced, which is also a great success for the brand with the swoosh: the Air Force 1 Shadow Triple White .

What future for the American equipment manufacturer and the AF1 Low ?

Rhetorical question? Possible… Since day one, as we have just seen, Nike has not needed to wait for success with each release of a new trainers model: success has come by itself. The American equipment manufacturer can therefore thank the people who have succeeded one another in creating new pairs, because they have always known how to find their audience.

With a great diversity of collections and through numerous collaborations, Nike knows how to renew itself, never create an identical pair, revisit its classics like the Air Force 1 Low and above all, always satisfy the trainers community. There is therefore no need to worry about the future of the swoosh brand, which ensures a well-defined future in a long time...

Where to buy Air Force 1 Low ?

If you want to buy a new pair of Nike Air Force 1 Low women's , men's or children's at the best price, we advise you to order them on the Limited Resell website, the most popular reseller of authentic rare trainers in Europe.

What are the opinions on the Air Force 1 Low ?

trainers lovers are generally very satisfied with this pair of Nike Air Force 1 Low Nike . They often consider it to be one of the best on the market! Many blogs share customer reviews and feedback about the Air Force 1 Low , which largely testifies to this. As for our own customers, their satisfaction is entirely there.

What are the different Air Force 1 Low models?

There are a multitude of Air Force 1 Low AF1 models, for all styles.
If you want to wear a good basic, the Nike Air Force 1 Low Supreme should totally suit you.
For a more offbeat look, let yourself be tempted by the AF1 Shadow Malachite , perfect for adding a touch of color to your wardrobe.

Finally, if you prefer your sneakers to be a little darker, the Air Force 1 Low Ambush Black with its retro look should suit you perfectly.

How does the AF1 Low fit?

We advise you to choose your usual size. Indeed, the materials of the Air Force 1 Low shoes allow comfort and space for your foot. If you still have a little doubt, you can always consult our Nike size guide .