Nike Air Zoom Flight The Glove "Royal" Returning Holiday 2026

Gary Payton’s The Glove is set to return in multiple colorways in 2026.

The Nike Air Zoom Flight The Glove "Royal Blue" is set to return for Holiday 2026, marking the first time the colorway has been reissued since 2014 according to Sole Retriever. Originally tied to Gary Payton’s signature line and one of the most distinctive on-court designs of the late ’90s, the model continues to hold a firm place in Nike Basketball’s archive.

The Nike Air Zoom Flight The Glove "Royal Blue" arrives with its signature zip-up shroud construction, designed to wrap the foot in a seamless, glove-like fit. This iteration features a bold royal blue upper with white leather overlays and matching white Swooshes on the lateral and forefoot. The sculpted midsole remains true to the original, finished in blue with subtle white accents underfoot.

Heel tabs read “The Glove,” a direct nod to Payton’s nickname, while the inner bootie construction ensures the snug fit that made the model stand out during its initial run. Like most Nike retros, the pair is expected to retain its early-2000s shape, while incorporating updated materials throughout.

The Nike Air Zoom Flight The Glove "Royal Blue" was last seen in 2014, and its return closes a 12-year gap for the colorway. With Nike continuing to revisit key basketball models from its performance archive, this release fits within a broader effort to reintroduce late-’90s and early-2000s staples to a new generation.

The Nike Air Zoom Flight The Glove "Royal Blue" is expected to release during Holiday 2026 via Nike and select retailers. Stay tuned for confirmed dates and pricing details.

For more on the Swoosh, make sure to checkout the Air Jordan 17 "Patent Black" which is also expected for Fall 2026.