The Nike SNKRS Showcase returned this week, to give us another preview of what new releases and retro styles to expect over the next year. The Air Max lineup showed off some new silhouettes as well as upgraded older models, and one of the most interesting was the announcement of the return of the Air Max TL 2.5 in 2024.
Nike’s SNKRS Showcase this week has given us plenty of releases to look forward to for the next year. From more retro releases in the Cult Classics series to some brand-new Air Max mashups, the Swoosh will likely continue to give us these peeks behind the curtain in the future. This week’s event follows up the original showcase from last Fall, which is wrapping up those release with the return of the Air Max Sunder this Summer. This year’s retro style to return to the catalog was also previewed, the late 2000s Air Max TL 2.5. Part of the brand’s Total Air series which began in the ’90s, the silhouette is a close relative of the 97 model, and was first announced as a retro with CdG earlier this year.
Nike’s rerelease of the classic TL 2.5 is going to kick off with Comme des Garçon’s three black and white styles sometime in 2024 before they begin to drop their in-line colors. During the Showcase this week, we got an early look at two of the first releases for the initial rollout, the first of which is one of the model’s original colors. Dressed in black, the model adds bright Citron green for the shoe’s wavy accents and full-length air, as well as some reflective silver elements along the upper. The second pair is lighter, featuring a Phantom white base for the upper with bold orange accents layered underneath a black mudguard.
NIKE AIR MAX TL 2.5 RELEASE INFORMATION
Nike has not stated an official release date for their retro of the Air Max TL 2.5 yet, but have given a tentative timeline for the Holiday 2024 season. Two pairs were shown during the SNKRS Showcase, one in Phantom with orange and another in black with Citron green, both of which will be available from the SNKRS app and select retailers for an expected $180.
Nike Air Max TL 2.5 “Total Orange”
Color: Phantom/Total Orange-Dark Smoke Grey
Style Code: FZ4110-001
Release Date: November 15th, 2024
Price: $180
Nike Air Max TL 2.5
Color: Black/Citron-Black
Style Code: FZ4110-003
Release Date: February 20, 2025 (SNKRS)
Price: $180
Check out the early images for a better look at both styles and stay tuned to JustFreshKicks for more Nike release news, like CdGH’s upcoming collection shown at Paris Fashion Week.
UPDATE 2/14/25: Nike’s global release of the “Citron” Air Max TL 2.5 is finally coming this month, on February 20th, 2025. Pairs will be available through the SNKRS app.
UPDATE 10/27/24: The “Total Orange” colorway of the TL 2.5 is now expected to release on November 15th, 2024, though Nike has yet to add the shoe to their public release calendar.
