Elements from each of Nike’s classic mid-90s Air Tech Challenge line have been tastefully combined to create the ATC Hybrid. The white-based version of the tennis fusion scored big at retailers earlier this year, and I’m certain that this resonant “Black” variation will meet the same fate. The reissue features a black toebox and lilac outsole, but the splatter motif and tribal patterning on the upper bring the shoe together. Expect to see the Nike Air Tech Challenge Hybrid “Black” hit retailers early this Summer.



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Only a month away, 2009 is jam packed with new models returning to Nike’s line-up as well as new ones being created like this Air Tech Challenge Hybrid which. Fusing the four Air Tech Challenges, characteristics from each are taken to create this new hybrid which also sports a an original inspired colorway with the classic splatter design. An exact release date has yet to be announced, but the Air Tech Challenge Hybrid has been reported to release in 2009, but the eBay seller has noted that they have been scrapped. Stay posted for more details surrounding the release date. Which Air Tech Challenge do you like the best? Is it the original four or this Hybrid? Let us know by leaving a comment.

Although Nike has already re-released classic tennis shoes campaigned by Andre Agassi in the 90′s, the Air Tech Challenge Hybrid take a little from each of the three for the newest hybrid. The Air Tech Challenge Hybrid feature Nike’s trademark air technology, but its vintage feel that may bring back some memories of the tennis champ. However, an exact release date has yet to be announced, but it is expected to sometime next year, stay posted for more info. Info via hb/Picture via Chajin Young.