Fans of the Japanese Gundam series are typically treated to an on-theme sneaker release at least once a year. A few years back we saw a full-scale re-up of the OG Air Max 98, followed by a handful of Air Max options over the proceeding years. Now, halfway through 2021, another has appeared: the Nike Air VaporMax Plus “Gundam”.
Though the series’ protagonist has been reimagined many times, he’s most notably known for his white, red, blue, and yellow build — to which this sneaker fits perfectly. An off-white — almost metallic — finish is applied to the neoprene upper, hamming up the robotic theme. Cage overlays and midsoles are made up of royal blue hues, while vibrant reds work into the tongue, pulls, Swoosh branding, and outsole pods. Finally, the pair’s yellow Vm rear branding hit ties the Gundam theme together/
A release date for the Nike Air VaporMax Plus “Gundam” did not accompany the official image set below, but you should expect to see these hit select Swoosh stockists and Nike.com soon. As always, keep your eyes glued to our official Twitter account for further updates. Until then, enjoy a detailed look at the pair here below.
Update 07.13.21 Pairs of the Nike Air VaporMax Plus “Gundam” have just landedright here on Nike.comand are available now for $200. Go get ’em.Update 08.25.21 After hitting Nike US last month, the Swoosh has just added more pairs of the Air VaporMax Plus “Gundam” right here on their official webstore. Go get ’em.Nike Air VaporMax Plus “Gundam”
Release Date: July 13th, 2021
Style Code: DM8317-100
Color: Coconut Milk/Hyper Royal/White/Bright Crimson
Price: $200