Nike Is Releasing Premium Air Rifts For Women This Holiday Season

Gorpcore galore.

Andrew Rizzo September 5, 2024

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Gorpcore girls will love these. First teased during the most recent SNKRS Showcase, Nike is bringing back the Air Rift in two classy, contemporary black and white leather colorways this December.

The Air Rift is one of many welcomely weird shoes to come out of the late 1990s, distinguished by its tabi-toe, open forefoot and heel sections, and bulbous sole. The design is inspired by the barefoot runners of Kenya, and the “Rift” name comes from Kenya’s Great Rift Valley. It’s not a Nike ACG shoe but boasts a similar unique, playful essence.

The model traditionally comes crafted out of nylon and canvas, but this latest bundle adds some welcome sophistication with all-leather uppers. Nike’s decision to revive the Air Rift is part of a larger movement to bring back archival models that speak to the outdoor-minded “gorpcore” trend, not unlike other returning cuts like the ACG Rufus and Terra Humara among several others.

Currently, both colorways are expected to release December 2024 for $130 a pop. Scroll through official images below and stick with us for further updates over the coming months.

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WHERE TO BUY

Nike Air Rift

SKU: HM5737-002

RETAIL PRICE: $130

RELEASE DATE: 2024

US 2024

Retailer	Release type	Status
Nike SNKRS US	Standard	Check Site

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1 of 8

WHERE TO BUY

Nike Air Rift

SKU: HM5737-001

RETAIL PRICE: $130

RELEASE DATE: 2024

US 2024

Retailer	Release type	Status
Nike SNKRS US	Standard	Check Site

Get on the Where to Buy list

Written by

Andrew Rizzo, Junior Editor

Andrew Rizzo is an editor at Sneaker News based out of New York City. His primary interests include Air Jordan, Nike ACG, Nike Air Max, and New Balance footwear. Prior to joining Sneaker News, Andrew covered youth sports for several outlets and worked at one of the world’s top performance marketing agencies. He hails from Astoria, Queens and is a huge New York sports fan, particularly when it comes to the Knicks and Yankees.