Created for the hardwood but taken to the streets, the b-ball icon returns with crisp leather and retro colors. The classic hoops design channels '80s vintage back onto the streets while the padded, mid-top collar adds an old-school look rooted to comfort. Benefits Leather in the upper softens and gains vintage character with wear, featuring a durable construction reminiscent of '80s basketball style. Rubber outsole with classic hoops pivot circle adds durability and traction. 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.