Where to Buy the Nike Air Max 90 “Bacon”

Release

2020.03.26

Brand

Nike

Model

Air Max 90

SKU

CU1816-100

Color

Sail/Sheen/Straw/Medium Brown

Dropped

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2020 is chock-full of celebratory Air Max 90 releases in what is shaping up to be a big year for the silhouette’s 30th anniversary. Not only have we seen the expected barrage of colorways, but the silhouette has been redesigned to something more in-line with the original. We’ve also had a trio of atmos-inspired Duck Camo drops, some obscure OG ree-releases, and confirmation of the OG Infrared’s return later this year. Now you can add one more banger to the list — the return of Dave Ortiz’s DQM x Nike Air Max 90 “Bacon“, a pair that first released back in 2004.

Dave’s Quality Meat (DQM) was that far ahead of its time. Its Butcher-themed aesthetic from wall to wall included apparel ranging from meathooks and other items stored inside refrigerator displays made DQM such a standout in the New York sneaker scene, that Nike decided to link up with the retailer for a special-edition Air Max 90. The store’s theme carried over through a meaty rendition of the Air Max classic, from fatty beiges to tender reds and pinks and well-done browns. The use of premium leathers and suedes were a nod to the store’s attention to detail — even though the collaboration is said to have only taken a day to put together.

Originally rumored to release for Air Max Day celebrations back in March 2020, further information provided by sneaker sleuth @PYLeaksnow has the pair pegged for the annual celebration in 2021. As always, keep your eyes glued to our Twitter feed for further updates, including first looks and a list of retailers who’ll be stocking to drop.

Update 01.17.21

A first look at the 2021 Nike Air Max 90 “Bacon” has arrived, courtesy of eBay user j.steals. At this stage, a release date is yet to be confirmed, so be sure to keep your eyes locked on our official Twitter account for updates.

Update 03.04.21

Nike has confirmed an Air Max Day return for the Air Max 90 “Bacon”. The Swoosh has taken to SNKRS to unveil the special-edition reissue with a bevy of butcher-themed shots, including streaky bacon laces across a waxed paper backdrop to — dare I say it — ham up the aesthetic. Take a look at the unveiling shots here below, and be sure to keep your eyes locked on our official Twitter account for a comprehensive store list for the drop as w3e edge closer to its release.

If you are planning on picking up a pair on the day, make sure you head to our dedicated Nike Release Dates Calendar to set yourself a reminder for the drop.