Nike pulls the Mind 002 into a much quieter lane with the upcoming Nike Mind 002 “Phantom”. The shoe is set to release in Fall 2026 for $145 USD, with unisex sizing available through Nike.com and select retailers in-store and online.

The colorway moves away from the brighter Mind releases Nike has been rolling out lately. Phantom grey covers most of the shoe, including the perforated upper, columned midsole, and underfoot nodes. It gives the model a more toned-down look without hiding what makes the Mind series different.

The 22 active pressure point activators are still the big feature here, but they don’t jump out visually like they do on louder pairs. Since the nodes match the rest of the build, the shoe feels more balanced and easier to wear, even with the Mind 002’s unusual shape.

College Grey adds a small shift on the tongue, laces, and sockliner. Metallic Silver Swooshes stay on the side panels, giving the grey-heavy design a little shine without changing the overall feel.

The pair is not the loudest entry in the collection, and that feels like the point. For anyone interested in the Mind line but not sold on its brighter colorways, this version gives the model a more wearable Fall 2026 option.

The Nike Mind 002 “Phantom” releases Fall 2026 through Nike.com and select retailers in-store and online. The retail price is set at $145 USD.

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