Nike Air Max 1 ’86 Metallic Gold Grain

After the success of Nike’s “Big Bubble” campaign, it was only a matter of time before we started seeing a crop of new colourways in the new ’86 silhouette. Due to all the research & development that went into re-tooling the Air Max 1 into its ‘86 version, it only makes sense for Nike to continue its rollout instead of tucking them away in the archive again. As part of the first new set of colourways, non-profit organisation Kids of Immigrants have hosted events in which the four limited make-ups were up for sale. Now KOI is doing a panel discussion in collaboration with DSML on the 21st of April, we’ll be interested to see whether or not there will be a UK release.

Similar to the “Smokey Mauve” edition that is also part of the capsule, the “Metallic Gold Grain” opts for a selection of brown hues, here in a similar arrangement to the AM1 “Amsterdam” from 2020. The darker shade of brown tracks along the mudguard, up onto the Swoosh and the outsole below. Other overlay sections are cut from a tan suede, with a set of matching flat laces threaded onto the upper. Breaking up the palette is a traditional white midsole and mesh, with the retro nylon ankle collar a specific design choice for the Big Bubble comeback.

Releasing in small quantities over in the states via Kids of Immigrant’s charity event, we’ll be eager to see whether or not the Nike Air Max 1 “Metallic Gold” will receive a UK release. For more updates on this release, keep it locked to The Sole Supplier!

For sizing information check out our Nike Air Max 1 size guide.