Nike TN Air Max Plus

The Nike TN Air Max Plus was launched in 1998 as part of Nike's Air Max series and quickly became a favourite choice for sneakerheads, despite early prejudices. Designed by Sean McDowell with inspiration from Florida, it stands out with its futuristic aesthetic and unique shape, as well as the use of enhanced Air technology. With original colours such as Hyper Blue, Orange Tiger and Shark Grey, it remains a popular favourite among sneaker fans worldwide.

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Nike TN Air Max Plus

NIKE TN AIR MAX PLUS: A BREATH OF FRESH AIR

In 1998, Nike opened a new chapter for the Air Max model by launching the innovative "Nike TN Air Max Plus". A silhouette that was destined to become an iconic part of the Swoosh brand's catalogue, but before becoming successful, the model had to overcome many challenges. 

Nike Air Max Plus was created in collaboration with Foot Locker and appeared like an UFO in the sneaker world at that time. The model, also known by the nicknames ‘TN’ or ‘Requin’, quickly became popular in Australia where it was often seen on the streets. Contrary to the positive feedback in Australia, in France the Nike TN was quickly negatively labelled as a pair of "city shoes" – fast forward to today and it is one of the most popular Nike shoes for men, even in France.

The TN is the result of a collaboration between Nike and Foot Locker (the two companies share the patent) and was designed by Sean McDowell in 1997. The designer, who had just joined Nike, was inspired to create the model during a trip to Florida. The aggressive shape and unique aesthetic is taken directly from the Florida landscape, and the mesh upper and TPU details are inspired by the movement of palm trees.

The three original colourways released in 1998 were Hyper Blue, Orange Tiger and Shark Grey, and today they have become an iconic must-have for many sneakerheads when it comes to the Nike TN Air Max Plus.

NIKE AIR MAX PLUS AND PLUS TN: KNOW THE DIFFERENCE

Actually, there is no difference, even if the model is called Air Max Plus, TN and Requin – this 90s silhouette is really just one – and not several different models. 

It's all about which group of people refer to the shoe, as they may have a different impression of the model – or have developed a unique geographical slang for the shoe.

WHAT MAKES NIKE TN SPECIAL?

The Nike Air Max Plus is known for its aggressive, eye-catching look and the sharp lines of the upper, reminiscent of the Nike Air Max, give a sense of movement and speed at first glance. 

Similarly, the subtle but iconic mini-Swoosh that has characterised the TN since its first release is reused. If you think the shoe is a little too wild, you can also buy the Nike TN Air Max Plus shoe in black.

Although the popular little sister Air Max 95 doesn't come close to the Nike TN in terms of upper, the sole is an obvious common denominator of the two with the AIR technology, which is also reflected in the name. Just like the other models released before the Nike TN Air Max Plus, the AM95 uses the same cushioning technology on the front of the silhouette – while the Plus model then stands out with the new Tuned Air technology used on the back.

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