The Nike Air Max 97 was first introduced to the public in 1997. The Nike Air Max 97 was the first Air Max running shoe to feature full length Air Max cushioning. The Air Max 95 broke barriers by being the first to have Air Max underneith the forefoot and heel, but the Air Max 97 placed one long Air Max unit what went underneith the entire foot.

The Air Max '97 is a classic Nike running shoe. Full-length Air-SoleR unit provides maximum impact protection and comfort. Removable anatomical arch cradles the foot in the most abusive training conditions. Synthetic leather and mesh upper. BRS 1000T Nike RegrindT outsole.