The Ultra midsole is cored out in key areas for an incredibly lightweight, flexible feel. The durable foam doubles as an outsole, dramatically reducing the shoe's overall weight to make it the lightest Air Force 1 yet. Benefits Leather upper for premium comfort Air-Sole unit for lightweight cushioning Durable rubber cupsole for traction Perforations enhance airflow Lighter than the standard Air Force 1 and Air Force 1 Flyknit
Air Force 1 Origins Transcending foot coverage since 1982, this once hoops shoe was named after Air Force Onethe aircraft that carries the U.S. President. It was the first basketball shoe to house Nike Air, revolutionising the game for players like Moses Malone and Charles Barkley while rapidly gaining traction around the world, from the hardwood to the tarmac to the core of hip-hop culture. Today the Air Force 1 stays true to its roots with soft, springy cushioning and a massive midsole, but the Nike Air technology takes a backseat to the shoe's status as an icon.