Created for the hardwood but taken to the streets, the '80s b-ball icon returns with premium materials and throwback hoops flair. Channeling vintage style back onto the streets, its padded, low-cut collar lets you take your game anywhere—in comfort. Benefits Premium leather upper with suede underlays ages to soft perfection and has a durable construction reminiscent of '80s b-ball. Foam midsole provides lightweight, responsive cushioning. Rubber outsole with classic hoops pivot circle adds durability, traction and heritage style. Nike Dunk From backboards to skateboards, the influence of the Nike Dunk is undeniable. Although introduced as a basketball shoe in 1985, its flat and grippy soles were perfect for a neglected sports community—skaters. Uncovering a subculture craving creativity as much as function, Dunk released decades of countless colorways that continue to capture the soul of skaters from coast to coast.