Nike Air Tech Challenge II

The Nike Air Tech Challenge II is a 1989 tennis silhouette that was Andre Agassi’s second signature model. Widely regarded as one of the most influential pieces of tennis footwear ever, the Air Tech Challenge II changed the world of tennis upon its release, and its influence is still felt today, as the “Hot Lava” colorway served as inspiration for Kanye West’s Nike Air Yeezy 2. That “Hot Lava” pair most recently returned in 2016, but a 2024 re-edition is potentially on the slate as well. Initial reports to that point heated up when Agassi himself was pictured in a new pair in February. Read the articles below to learn more about the Nike Air Tech Challenge 2.

Nike Air Tech Challenge II

Official Images Of The Nike Air Tech Challenge II “Tart” For Summer 2025

Updated February 4th, 2025: Official images of the Nike Air Tech Challenge II “Tart,” referred to during the latest SNKRS showcase as the “Stone Blue” colorway...

By Andrew Rizzo February 4, 2025
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Where To Buy The Nike Air Tech Challenge II “Racer Pink”

Updated January 25th, 2025: The Nike Air Tech Challenge II “Racer Pink” is set to release at select retailers on January 31st. The shoes have...

By Matt Varga January 3, 2025
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Nike Air Max 95 “Neon” Retro, Air Diamond Turf And More Previewed In Latest SNKRS Showcase

Nike just wrapped up another live SNKRS Showcase preview, revealing new and upcoming product slated to release throughout 2025. We’ll catalog all the highlights on...

By Andrew Rizzo December 12, 2024
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Where To Buy The Nike Air Tech Challenge 2 “Hot Lava”

The Nike Air Tech Challenge 2 “Hot Lava” retro is confirmed to release on August 30th, 2024 for $150. The shoes will be available on...

By Sneaker News August 29, 2024
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Andre Agassi’s 2024 Nike Air Tech Challenge II “Hot Lava” Drops August 30th

Updated July 31st, 2024: An August 30th release date is now confirmed for the Nike Air Tech Challenge II “Hot Lava,” retailing for $150. Original...

By Sneaker News February 5, 2024
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First Look At The Nike Air Tech Challenge 2 “Black Lava”

Andre Agassi’s Nike Air Tech Challenge 2 silhouette just made a blip on the radar as a “Black Lava” colorway surfaces on Don C’s IG...

By Sneaker News February 12, 2020
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The Nike Air Tech Challenge II “Hot Lava” Is Returning

Since receiving an homage in the form of the LeBron 16, the Air Tech Challenge II is arriving once again in its legendary “Hot Lava”...

By Sneaker News May 20, 2019
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Nike Air Tech Challenge II SE “Gold Dart”

The Nike Air Tech Challenge II is back in action this spring, releasing in women’s specific sizing and colorways for the first time since it...

By Zack Schlemmer January 10, 2017
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Classic Splatter Print Returns On The Nike Air Tech Challenge II SE

After a few rounds of fashion-forward editions of the Nike Air Tech Challenge II with more contemporary tonal treatments, the iconic tennis shoe returns to...

By Zack Schlemmer January 5, 2017
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