Nike Zoom Hyperflight "Varsity Red" Expected to Return Fall 2026

A cult favorite from Nike Basketball’s early-2000s innovation wave is making its long-awaited return — the Nike Hyperflight “Varsity Red” will release in Fall 2026, per Sole Retriever. Known for its futuristic, aerodynamic design and glossy finish, the Hyperflight stood out when it first dropped in 2001 and continues to hold a special place among collectors and hoopers alike.

This “Varsity Red” colorway stays true to its original build, featuring a bold, mirror-like red synthetic upper paired with black accents along the heel and outsole. The small white Swoosh on the lateral toe adds just enough contrast to complete the sleek, high-speed aesthetic.

The Hyperflight’s design language remains one of the most unique in Nike’s basketball lineage — blending art, sport, and tech into a shoe that looked decades ahead of its time. Its bold styling influenced models like the Zoom Ultraflight and even the later Foamposite iterations, cementing its legacy as one of the most daring basketball sneakers ever produced.

The Nike Hyperflight “Varsity Red” will be one of several returning colorways set to launch in 2026 through Nike.com.

For more on the Swoosh, make sure to checkout the upcoming Air Jordan 11 "Gamma" Retro releasing on December 13.