Nike Air Max 90 Golf Drops US Open Edition
Nike Golf is marking the 126th US Open at Shinnecock Hills with a limited Air Max 90 Golf edition that draws from Long Island's maritime heritage. The release features nautical-inspired design elements, traditional panel construction, and course-specific details that extend beyond typical tournament footwear.
By Jordan Ellis
Nike Golf's tournament activations have evolved into a discipline unto themselves—from waste-themed Pegasus iterations to historically rooted Scottish Open editions. The Air Max 90 Golf "US Open" continues this pattern of hyperlocal storytelling, though with a more restrained aesthetic than some predecessors.
The shoe anchors itself in Hamptons culture through deliberate nautical references. An anchor graphic adorns the tongue, while rope laces and a compass tag on the lateral heel reinforce the maritime motif. A custom Long Island map card ships with each pair, extending the regional narrative beyond the shoe itself. The insoles feature golf course graphics, further embedding the course experience into the wearable.
Design & Materials
Unlike most inline Air Max 90 Golf models that employ flush synthetic uppers, this iteration opts for traditional panel construction—distinct quarter sections, mudguard application, and structured geometry. The palette of Sea Glass, Spruce Fog, and Olive Aura provides muted sophistication, while Fir green punctuates the Swoosh and backtab. The outsole engineering prioritizes versatile traction across varying course terrain.
This design language represents a measured approach to tournament footwear: restrained in color, specific in narrative, functional in construction. It positions the Air Max 90 Golf as a bridge between golf performance and Hamptons cultural signaling.
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Release Info
Product: Nike Air Max 90 Golf "US Open"
SKU: IO9316-001
Colorway: Sea Glass / Spruce Fog / Olive Aura
Release Date: June 2026 (aligned with tournament dates)
Retail Price: TBD
Where to Buy: Nike.com (anticipated)
Availability: Standard retail release through Nike channels.
