Who designed the air penny 1?

Q: When did Air Penny 1 come out?

Social Status x Nike Air Max Penny 1 Black The Nike Air Max Penny 1 was the first signature sneaker for Penny Hardaway. Although he wore other models prior and after, this was the first sneaker named after Penny. They were originally released in 1995 and were retroed for the first time in 2000.

Q: Does Penny Hardaway make Foamposites?

Penny Hardaways White/Black Air Foamposite One PE Is Releasing In 2023.

Twenty-three years ago Penny Hardaway was formally given a sneaker of his own. His affiliation with the Foamposite and Flight One built hype within the hearts of star gazed fans so when the Penny 1 dropped in 1995 the masses were ready with open wallets.

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Penny’s game transcended the point guard position in ways unseen since Magic Johnson. Size, speed, vision, athleticism… Penny’s tool bag of dunks and no-look passes made for truly exciting basketball. Injuries robbed him of his physical gifts as his play decreased season to season; but his impact on basketball and basketball shoes remained strong. Nike knew they had a generational talent with true likability and star power when the Penny 1 released. Lets take a closer look at the shoe’s history.

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As mentioned above, the Penny 1 was the third shoe worn by Hardaway. The Foampsoite and Flight One were forward thinking (and iconic in retrospect) from a design standpoint and Eric Avar carried that mindset into the Penny 1. Simple features like a pull tab and speed lacing system were common practice, but Avar made the genius decision to incorporate a Max Air heel unit with a newly created forefoot unit known (affectionately) as Zoom Air. Oh wow, Zoom Air, nothing new… WRONG! The Penny 1 laid the groundwork for future cushioning systems like All-Out Zoom and full length Max Zoom. The aesthetics are reminiscent of Nike’s Uptempo line from years earlier so you can think of the Penny 1 as a ‘spiritual cousin’ of shoes like the More Uptempo and Uptempo.

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The Penny 1 was sold inline with the Air Wayup and Flight One – the shoes stood alongside the Jordan 11 and Air Max Barkely (’94) and held its own. Penny was the ‘new guy in town’ compared to established endorsers like Barkley and MJ; the Penny line found its own lane much like the Kyrie line does now.

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Hardaway’s first signature shoe released in three OG colorways (in order of how they’re pictured above):

White/ Royal/ Grey: The fabled ‘white’ Penny 1’s have never retro’ed since their introduction in 1995. Billed as a ‘home’ colorway, the white pair remains a collector favorite
White/ Royal/ Black: The most commonly reto’ed of the Penny 1, the classic ‘Orlando’ colorway really needs no introduction; for many Penny people this the Penny 1.
Black/ Grey/ Royal: This edition was worn by Hardaway in the 1996 All-Star game and was retro’ed for the first time in 2012. Before 2012 these were another highly sought after shoe.

*These are my step-dad’s favorite shoe of all-time; basically this post was for him. I hope all the dads out there had a great Sunday.*

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Robbie Falchi

Las Vegas native living in Portland, OR. Interests include: shoes, sports, music, video games and food. Extremely passionate about Nike and the Lakers. I've been collecting shoes for over 15 years! Follow me on IG & Twitter to see my personal collection and if you have questions. #rahbeekicksit

Tonight's 2014 Doernbecher Freestyle unveiling continues with a great Nike Air Max Penny 1 designed by eight-year-old Alejandro Muñoz. Alejandro was born with kidneys that have never functioned well and will eventually fail. He spent the first 12 days of his life in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), and has required frequent trips to the OHSU Doernbecher hospital ever since. Five different medications, weekly shots and regular blood drawings have not been enough to keep the feisty young football fan away from his favorite sport.

An avid follower of the San Francisco 49ers, Alejandro's love of football comes to life on his special Air Max Penny 1. Personal drawings and designs cover the shoe's entire reflective upper, including a 49ers logo and a self-portrait on one of the tongues. A translucent outsole with a glow-in-the-dark Swoosh sit below, while Alejandro signs off on his work with his full name across the heel tabs.

You can buy the Doernbecher Nike Air Max Penny 1, complete with matching apparel, on Sunday, November 23 at Nike.com.

Who made Air Max Penny?

Eric Avar designed the Nike Air Max Penny 1. Avar would later design some of Kobe Bryant's most iconic Nike sneakers. Before the Penny 1, Nike basketball shoes were split into two categories. There was Flight, which were shoes that were made for quick and stylish players.

When did Air Penny 1 come out?

Social Status x Nike Air Max Penny 1 "Black" The Nike Air Max Penny 1 was the first signature sneaker for Penny Hardaway. Although he wore other models prior and after, this was the first sneaker named after Penny. They were originally released in 1995 and were retroed for the first time in 2000.

Who designed the Nike Penny 2?

Designed by Eric Avar, the Air Penny II evolved its predecessor's design with a bold midsole and the addition of Zoom Air cushioning in the forefoot. Now celebrating its 20th anniversary, the Air Penny II returns in a retro colorway honoring 1 Cent's career.