The Nike Air Flightposite Returns in “Dusty Cactus”

Nike is bringing back a true basketball classic this summer with the upcoming release of the Nike Air Flightposite “Dusty Cactus.” Known for its futuristic aesthetic and performance-ready construction, the Flightposite returns in a new colorway that blends bold design with retro flair.

First introduced in 1999, the Nike Air Flightposite was designed to push the boundaries of what a basketball shoe could be. With its sleek, aerodynamic profile and zip-up neoprene shroud, the Flightposite broke away from traditional sneaker silhouettes and introduced a new era of Nike innovation. Over the years, it’s become a cult favorite among sneakerheads and athletes alike, praised for its ahead-of-its-time design and snug, glove-like fit. This upcoming “Dusty Cactus” colorway builds on that legacy, delivering a fresh take that’s equal parts nostalgic and contemporary.

It features an iridescent “Dusty Cactus” Foamposite upper that flows seamlessly from heel to toe, giving the sneaker its signature molded look. Black accents hit along the collars, outsoles, and signature neoprene shroud, creating an eye-catching contrast that makes the shoe pop on foot. A chrome shank plate along the midsole adds an extra dose of attitude, nodding to the sneaker’s original late-‘90s DNA.

Need a pair? The Nike Air Flightposite “Dusty Cactus” will be available on Thursday, June 26th, in-store and online at DTLR.com for a retail price of $250.