The Nike Cortez Basic Nylon Obsidian White – Metallic Silver is an updated version of an OG running shoe, originally designed by Nike cofounder and running coach Bill Bowerman In 1972.
The Obsidian White – Metallic Silver version of the Nike Cortez Basic Nylon sports an Obsidian nylon upper with tonal suede overlays on the toe, eyestays, and heel. The side panel Nike Swoosh is white leather, as is the heel tab that sports Nike branding. Matching the sock liner, the Obsidian tongue has a tonal tongue tag with white Nike branding. EVA foam comprises the white midsole, with an Obsidian stripe on the heel. This all sits atop a white rubber midsole with a herringbone traction pattern and Nike branding.
The detail our shoe experts love most about this updated classic is the hit of Metallic Silver on the lace jewel that features an engraved Nike Swoosh. The Nike Cortez Basic Nylon Obsidian White – Metallic Silver was released on November 11th, 2021, for a retail price of $70.
Style: 819720-411
Colorway: Obsidian/White-Metallic Silver
