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The Nike Air Max was first released in 1987 in a nylon/synthetic suede combo with a transparent window for the Max Air-sole unit Despite incredulity that led cusomers to poke andsqueeze the Air-sole, the Air Max quickly proved to be a hit. A leather edition soon followed in 1988 and from 1988-1992, Nike used a Variety of colors and fabric combinations to keep a contermporary look. To date, the Air Max continues to evolve as Nike tries to keep this classic running shoe contemporary.