Big Air The Nike Air More Uptempo is one the most iconic basketball sneakers of all time in the 1990s. You'll see why. The Nike Air More Uptempo was released in 1996 and featured boldest and most unapologetic branding. Few have been able to match it. To let everyone know how much cushioning the shoe offers, the upper features a huge "AIR" text. It boasts plenty of the brand’s trademark technology, including a bold "AIR" text on the upper. This shoe features more Air than any other shoe by using a series bubbles from heel-toe. The Air More Uptempo is the shoe for you if you are looking for a bold look and maximum comfort.

From The Court to the Streets
Although the Air More Uptempo was designed for basketball, a sneaker as bold and aggressive could not be considered purely a performance model. Scottie Pippen, a member of the NBA, championed the shoe. He wore the original black-and-white colorway all the way through the 1996 NBA Playoffs to win the championship with Chicago Bulls. Pippen later wore the shoe in the "Olympic” colorway during the 1996 summer games to help the Dream Team win another gold medal. Pippen was a success on the court in the Air More Uptempo, but it was already the most popular shoe on the streets by 1996. The design remains bold and fashionable twenty years later. Nike Sportswear continues creating new, exciting colorways for this iconic model. For those who want to wear more Air, Foot Locker offers all the latest Air More Uptempo looks.

For the signature look, the shoe features the unforgettable "AIR” branding across its upper.
* Leather, nubuck or synthetic uppers. For specific materials, see each colorway.
* Speed lacing system featuring molded TPU eyestays
* Lockdown support is provided by elastic bands on the tongue.
* To make it easier to access, the tongue and heel pull tabs are included.
* Full-length visible air-sole cushioning.
* Rubber outsole to improve traction and durability.