Link: Nike’s Air Max 1000 are almost entirely 3D-printed

Nike's Air Max 1000, introduced at ComplexCon in Las Vegas, marks the company's first foray into shoes predominantly made by 3D printing. In collaboration with Zellerfeld, the shoe updates the classic Air Max 1 design but is not yet available to the wider public.

Retaining the iconic air cushion of the Air Max 1, the new Air Max 1000 features its remainder crafted from a single flexible 3D-printed material.

These shoes merge varying textures and densities in their layers, offering both strong support in the outsole and flexibility in the upper parts for ease of slipping on and off.

The innovation in 3D printing has enabled an intricate contoured design for the Air Max 1000. Nike's Chief Innovation Officer, John Hoke, highlighted the revolutionary manufacturing techniques involved.

Initially released in bright red at ComplexCon, other colors revealed included orange, white, blue, and black.

Limited to 1,000 pairs for preorder at the event, wider release details and pricing remain unspecified.

Nike's use of 3D printing technology is not new, having previously launched the VaporFly Elite Flyprint in 2017.

Competitors like Adidas also explore extensive 3D printing, pointing to a trend in high-tech footwear fabrication.

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