Inspired by the '72 original, the foam midsole with iconic wedge insert delivers comfort from the get-go.
Rubber sole with herringbone pattern gives you plenty of traction.
Padded, low-cut collar looks sleek and feels great.
The Nike Cortez was designed in 1972 by Nike co-founder Bill Bowerman to be lighter and more comfortable than any other. It quickly became the most popular running shoe in the country and has transformed into an unmistakable icon, woven into pop culture history.
