Great news for sneakerheads! Nike has officially announced the release of the Air Ship “Every Game” sneaker in several special colourways, including the coveted Summit White/Diffused Blue/Chambray/Sail and White/Black/Fire Red. Famously worn by NBA star Michael Jordan during his rookie season on October 26, 1984 (prior to the release of the Nike Air Jordan 1), the Nike Air Ship “Every Game” collection pays tribute to the basketball shoe’s historic significance. Designed for ultimate comfort and performance, this is the sneaker that laid the foundation for basketball sneakers to come.
In fact, in 2014, the Jordan brand tweeted a photo of Jordan wearing a white-and-red Nike Air Ship, with the caption: “One small step for MJ. One giant leap for the game.”
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The upcoming Nike Air Ship “Every Game” Summit White/Diffused Blue/Chambray/Sail colorway (DZ3497-104) features a white leather upper with blue and chambray accents, while the White/Black/Fire Red colorway (ZX3497-106) has a classic Chicago Bulls-inspired look. Both shoes feature the Nike Air logo on the heel and a special “Every Game” tag on the tongue.
Not unlike the Jordan 1 and the Air Force 1, the Nike Air Ship, which has a simple yet iconic design that has stood the test of time, features a padded collar and cushioned insole, as well as a durable rubber outsole for traction on the court.
Set to release on May 20, 2023, the sneakers will be available at select Nike retailers and on the company’s website at a retail price of $120 for the Summit White/Diffused Blue/Chambray/Sail colorway and $140 for the White/Black/Fire Red colorway.
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Here are some quotes about what other sneaker sites are already saying about the release:
- “The Air Ship is a piece of sneaker and basketball history, and the ‘Every Game’ collection is a fitting tribute to its significance.” – Sneaker News
- “Nike has done a great job with the Air Ship ‘Every Game’ sneakers, balancing the shoe’s historical importance with modern comfort and performance.” – Hypebeast
- “The Air Ship ‘Every Game’ sneakers are a must-have for any sneakerhead or basketball fan who wants to own a piece of history.” – Sole Collector
- “The Nike Air Ship is one of the most underrated sneakers of all time, and the ‘Every Game’ collection is a great way to introduce it to a new generation of sneaker enthusiasts.” – Sneaker Freaker
- “The Air Ship ‘Every Game’ sneakers pay homage to Michael Jordan’s rookie season and the shoe’s place in basketball and sneaker culture history.” – Highsnobiety
Nike’s decision to release the Air Ship “Every Game” collection is sure to excite fans. Don’t miss your chance to grab a pair of the Nike Air Ship “Every Game” sneakers when they drop this month.
Nike Air Ship “Every Game”
Style Code: DZ3497-104
Colourway: Summit White/Diffused Blue/Chambray/Sail
Price: $150
Release Date: May 10th, 2023
