Nike, Inc was founded as Blue Ribbon sports in 1964 by Bill Bowerman (Oregon University’s track and field coach) and Phil Knight (his former student). The Blue Ribbon Sports Company was headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon. The first retail shop was opened in 1966, and launch the first Nike brand in 1972.

Two years later, after being renamed Nike, Inc., in 1978, the company went public. Now, Nike has distributors and outlets in more than 170 countries with its curved checkmark logo called the Swoosh that has earned worldwide recognition. Nike diversified and continuously expanded its business from the late 80s through different acquisitions like shoe companies:

• Converse, Inc. (2003)
• Cole Haan (1988)
• Umbro (2008), the athletic equipment and apparel company
• Canstar Sports, Inc. (1994), the sports equipment producer

Nike, Inc. started an All-Conditions Gear (ACG) in 1996, which help in marketing of products for extreme sports like mountain hiking and snowboarding. In the 21st century, the company expanded its sales to sports-technology accessories like high-altitude wrist compasses and heart-rate monitors. Part of Nike’s success comes from well-known athletes like:

• Tiger Woods
• Michael Jordan
• Roger Federer
• Mia Hamm

No shoe brand is loyal and has built a strong trust in its customers more than Nike. It is not easy for footwear or an apparel company to build such kind of loyalty. Nike shoes are known for support, comfort, cushioning, and quality. Most Nike shoes have supportive heel counters, boost responsiveness, and are good for walking and breathable fabrics.

Nike excels in a lot of things:

• Designing professional and fashion apparels
• Manufacturing good-looking and high-quality shoes
• Sponsoring sports teams

Nike has many models making it one of the most loved shoe brands globally. All of Nike’s models offer overall comfort and breathability. It is important to go for shoes with perfect cushioning, good support, and excellent shock absorption mechanism; no shoe brand can offer those qualities like Nike.

Nike offers decades of noteworthy sneakers in the general market, from Cortez silhouettes and classic Air force 1 to unique collaborations with streetwear brands, big-time musicians, and fashion labels. People nowadays covet the latest Nike versions that update and evolve throughout the years.

Explore the below best Nike sneakers to replenish your footwear arsenal regardless of whether you want a modern or retro style or a rare design.

• Nike Air Force 1 shoes
• Nike Air Max (90, 95 and 97) shoes
• Nike React Miler 2 shoes
• Nike Blazer Shoes
• Nike Cortez Shoes
• Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 38 shoes
• Nike Dunk High
• Nike SB Dunk Low
• Nike Air Mag
• Nike Waffle One
• Nike Air VaporMax Plus
• Nike Blazer Mid 77
• Nike Daybreak
• Nike Tunjun
• Nike Challenger OG

The company started by selling imported shoes at the back of the car then began a small experiment with new running shoes models that become Nike’s hallmark up to date. Nike has maintained its commitment to develop best shoes to help runners go further and faster including:

• Nike Zoom Fly 4 Premium (For speed walk)
• Air Zoom Pegasus 38 (For daily trainer)
• Air Zoom Alphafly Next% Flynit (For Marathons)
• ZoomX Vaporfly Next% 2 (For road racing)
• Air Zoom Tempo Next% Flyknit (For Tempo Runs)
• Air Zoom Vomero 16 (For long runs)
• Air Zoom Terra Kiger 7 (For dry technical trails)

Many people love and enjoy personal and fashion styles, but there are numerous choices when it comes to trending fashions with Nike shoes. It is important to know which style looks great with these shoes and the Nike shoes that go well together.

• Denim jackets with white Sneakers
• Hoodie and Pale jeans with Air Force 1
• Cargo pants and T-shirt with Nike sneakers
• Plaid shirt, leggings, and oversize cardigan with Nike Cortez Shoes
• Nike sneakers and suit
• White shirt, leather pants, and sweater with a coat and Nike Dunk High
• Navy jeans and a long-sleeved shirt with black sneakers
• Grey jeans and a short-sleeved shirt with a black Air Blazer

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