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Nike Retro Runner Reviews

Here’s all my Nike retro runner reviews!  I’ve copped several pairs of these types of sneakers throughout my years of collecting.  I’m using this category as kind of a catch-all for retro runners from the brand that don’t fit into the Air Max or Huarache categories.

This section includes various pairs from the 70s, 80s and 90s.  While some may sport Air units, they are not technically in the Air Max line.  I still peep out retros of obscure Nike runners from time to time and consider adding them to the collection. Their relatively simple looks and typical slept-on sale prices make them attractive.  But the main thing is the ability to low key fit into many outfits.  I think these types of kicks often make great looking comfy kicks to go with several looks for that “vintage” vibe many are looking for.

See Nike Retro Runner Reviews from newest updated to oldest:

Nike Air Zoom Spiridon Signal Blue Review

Updated April 9, 2025 - The Nike Air Zoom Spiridon Signal Blue is back for 2025, and Nike kept things pretty faithful to the original 1997 release. This colorway was one of the standouts when the Spiridon first dropped, and seeing it return is a nice callback to the late ‘90s era of running shoes that had a futuristic edge. ...

Nike Waffle Trainer 2 Review

Updated June 3, 2021 - I haven’t reviewed some 70s runners in a few months! Now, I’m finally back to the old school Nike kicks with this model. ...

Nike Air Structure Review

Updated April 29, 2021 - The creation of the recrafted Air Max 3 renewed my interest in the Air unit-based running shoes of the 90s. These Nike Air Structure are another model to be brought back by Nike. The model originated back in 1991 and features a wider and flatter outsole which provides increased comfort. ...

Nike Daybreak SP Review

Updated September 28, 2020 - These Nike Daybreak SP Black / Limelight are a new colorway of an old Nike sneaker from 1979. ...

Nike Air Tailwind 79 Review

Updated September 10, 2020 - I review a lot of Air Max on this site, however this model of runner predates the Air Max by a decade! These Nike Air Tailwind 79 Black / Phantom are a new colorway of Nike’s first sneaker with Air technology, originally created in 1979. ...