About this product
Thirty years later and the Air Rift still looks weird in exactly the right way. Originally released in 1996 and inspired by the barefoot long-distance runners of Kenya, the split-toe Nike design was well ahead of the natural-motion footwear that followed.
For 2026, this women’s edition comes in a Purple Smoke, Burgundy Crush and Metallic Silver palette, with a lightweight mesh upper and the Rift’s signature split toe. Adjustable hook-and-loop straps across the midfoot and heel replace traditional laces, while Nike Air cushioning keeps things comfortable underneath. Still one of the strangest Nike shoes to become a classic.
- Nike Women’s Air Rift
- Lightweight mesh upper
- Signature split-toe construction
- Adjustable midfoot and heel straps
- Hook-and-loop closure
- Nike Air cushioning
- Foam midsole
- Rubber outsole
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