Originally inspired by the foldable design of a paper bag, the first Nike City Knife shoe, released in 2002, had similarly foldable creases for flattened packability. Before it came the Pocket Knife, from 1998, a collapsible ACG shoe embraced by outdoor athletes.
Today, the new NikeLab City Knife 3 Flyknit draws from the versatility of both models, providing a breathable, sock-like fit through a one-piece, 360 Flyknit upper that’s encapsulated in a translucent rubber outsole (sharp lines on the outsole reference the geometry of the original). A rubber strap keeps the foot locked down. The shoe’s minimal design — made of only five pieces without any stitching — enables it to flatten easily.
NikeLab City Knife 3 Flyknit Release Date
Look for the NikeLab City Knife 3 Flyknit to release on May 11th in women’s sizing at select NikeLab locations and Nike.com. It comes with a special travel bag.
Source: Nike News
