The Air Max 720 took the visible-Air concept to its logical extreme: a full 720 degrees of Air underfoot, the tallest heel unit Nike had ever produced at 38 millimeters. Launched in 2019, it looked like a concept car for your feet — and it rode like one too.
720 Degrees of Cushioning
Unlike earlier Air Max models that placed Air units in the heel or forefoot, the 720 wraps Air around the entire perimeter of the shoe. The unit is so tall that the shoe sits noticeably higher off the ground, giving wearers a literal lifted feeling. Nike tuned the air pressure differently in the heel and forefoot, so the ride stays stable despite the height. It's the closest any production sneaker has come to the sensation the name promises: walking on air.
A Design Statement
The 720's upper had to match the audacity of the sole, and Nike delivered with bold, flowing colorways — the "Northern Lights" and "Aurora" drops looked like sunsets rendered in mesh. The shoe became an instant head-turner, the kind of pair strangers stop you to ask about. It also marked a shift in Nike's design language toward maximalism, proving there was an audience for sneakers that refused to whisper.
Wearing the Tallest Air Max
The 720's height changes your stance slightly, so give them a day to break in. The payoff is a uniquely springy, elevated ride that no other Air Max replicates. Style them with cropped or tapered pants — the full Air unit deserves to be seen from every angle. They fit true to size but feel roomy, making them a solid pick for wider feet. If subtle isn't in your vocabulary, this is your Air Max.
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