The extremely rare Nike Air Max 1 ’86 “Big Bubble” that was part of the original production run in 1986, before the Air Max 1 made its official debut in 1987, will be making a return in 2023 to celebrate Air Max Day.
Dressed in a White, University Red, and Light Natural Grey color scheme. The retro release of the Nike Air Max 1 OG “Big Bubble” aka “Big Window” will return in its original build and color blocking. This Nike Air Max 1 features a White mesh base with Grey and Red suede overlays atop its signature bigger, longer visible Air unit.
Nike Air Max 1 Big Bubble 2023 Release Date
Look for the Nike Air Max 1 ’86 “Big Bubble” to release on Sunday, March 26th (Air Max Day) at select retailers and Nike.com. The retail price tag is set at $150 USD.
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Color: White/University Red-Light Neutral Grey
Style Code: DQ3989-100
Release Date: March 26, 2023
Price: $150
UPDATE 3/17/23: A release date for the Nike Air Max 1 ’86 “Big Bubble” is officially set for March 26th (Air Max Day) via SNKRS as well as other select Nike Sportswear retailers.
UPDATE 3/2/23: Check out the official photos of the Nike Air Max ’86 “Big Bubble” below. Expect a release later this month.
UPDATE 3/2/23: With the Air Max Day celebration days away, we get some new on-feet and detailed shots of the Nike Air Max 1 ’86 Big Bubble “University Red” via iceberg.og.
UPDATE 1/23/23: Photos of the PS/TD sizes have been revealed.
UPDATE 3/25/22: Nike confirmed that the Nike Air Max 1 ’86 “Big Bubble” will be returning in March 2023. Both men’s product line Manager Jamie Paige and footwear designer Jonathan Kosenick made the announcement in today’s SNKRS Live episode.
(Nike Air Max 1 OG “Big Bubble” 1986 below)