Our verdict
A decent update to the classic Air Max 97 with a new look and material, the Terrascape 97 is a lighter, much more comfortable, breathable, and wide-foot-friendly version of the OG Air Max 97 with one caveat on its retail price. If you vibe with the 90’s feel of the OG 97s and would want to support Nike’s Move to Zero initiative, this could be the shoe for you.
Pros
- Accommodating fit
- Recycled materials (20%)
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- Breathable for summer
- Enhanced durability
- Multiple color options
- Half sizes available
Cons
- Pricey
- Polarizing looks
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This trendy sneaker from Nike could be your shoe if:
- you like a less padded and more accommodating version of the OG
- you want a sustainable alternative to the AM 97 OGs
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Who should NOT buy this shoe
If you are a budget-conscious buyer, you might want to stay away from the Terrascape 97. An avid sneaker collector mentioned that he was “taken aback” by the price and if he couldn’t get the Terrascape with a discount, then he would rather buy an all-white OG 97.
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The overall silhouette has been slightly modified on the Terrascape version of the Air Max 97. However, some of the changes are considered “a little too much in-your-face” by a sneaker expert. The changes in materials and overall feel are seen on almost every part of the sneaker with the exception of the classic Air Bag.
Here are the key updates you might want to know of:
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- mesh side panels that add breathability
- removed 3M reflective material (only left on the tongue pull tab)
- a mixture of translucent rubber and Nike Grind around the sole
- added protection with the reinforced Yellow
- thick rope-like laces with a ribbing (look like “strings on your basketball mesh shorts,” notes a reviewer)
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Nike’s sustainable Terrascape series
All Nike sneakers with the word “Terrascape” in their name contain at least 20% of recycled materials. Based on the general feedback, the Terrascape 97 proves that “recycled updates needn’t be boring.” The multi-colored Nike Grind paired with a speckled outsole finish are some of the sneaker’s more standout elements. “A guaranteed cop for the summer rotation,” shares a reviewer.
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Fits differently but in a good way
This version of the AM 97 fits true to size, according to the experts. One sneakerhead even highlighted that the shoe is “nowhere near as narrow as the 97s OG” and is wide-foot-friendly and it’s definitely good news for those who prefer a little bit of room inside their shoes.
Terrascape 97 midsole design is polarizing
Experts and users had pure feelings about the midsole, with some users saying it’s ok and others saying the material looks sloppy. One expert mentioned that this part is “what exactly what put [him] off with the Terrascape Pluses” and that this material mix “makes it look a lot cheaper than it should” with one user even commenting that the midsole looks like “an epoxy floor”. Then again as one expert said: “different strokes for different blokes!”, so take those comments with a grain of salt.
