Our verdict
The Nike Roshe LD-1000 is a fusion of an old-school look and modern styling at an affordable price. This is very light on the feet and comfortable, which makes it useful for multiple activities such as running daily errands, doing casual work, and even going for minimal workouts at the gym. This vintage-inspired sneaker, which fits quite narrow, has a striking character that can be fused with lots of casual clothing.
Pros
- Lightweight
- Retro look
- Sturdy sole
- Stable grip
- Breathable
- Versatile
- Attractive colorways
- Economical
Cons
- Leaves residue on laces
- Rough linings
- Narrow
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Came from the 1976 trainer the LD-1000 and combined with the 2012 Zen-inspired Roshe Run, this version took the well-known qualities of its forerunners. This is a must-buy if you’re after:
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Nike Roshe LD 1000 Style
The Roshes have found a breed of followers since the minimalist Roshe Run was dropped at a very affordable price. Instantly it became a hot commodity as its design complements a number of casual styles. With a splash of vintage appeal on the Roshe LD-1000, which comes in a lot of colorways, this version is certainly a conversation piece and a versatile one that can be matched with casual street-style outfits.
Breathable upper
The Nike Roshe LD-1000 uses breathable mesh on its upper with a touch of suede on the eyestays towards the toe cap and the heel counter for a lightweight appeal.
Comfortable Pylon foam midsole
A simple full-length Pylon foam midsole also seen in the Roshe Run kept the sole light on the feet yet very comfortable.
Nike Roshe LD 1000 History
Nike resurrected its 1976 trainer the LD-1000, fused it with the 2012 Zen-inspired Roshe Run, and created a vintage-looking sneaker named Roshe LD-1000 in 2015. This offspring took the prominent traits of its predecessors that made the earlier sneakers popular.
The LD-1000 was one of the popular Nike nylon shoes in the 1970s that had a striking resemblance to the Cortez. It joined the squad of other sneakers during that time that had the same material for the upper, namely, the Waffle Racer, Oregon Waffle, and Daybreak.
With all the great features integrated into the sneaker, it was aptly coined the Nike LD-1000. The LD is an abbreviation for Long Distance, which was intended for those who run 25 up to 1000 miles per year.
This minimalist shoe, which can be worn barefoot or without socks, harmoniously embodies the principles of Zen. Just like the Roshe Run, which started off with the concept of creating a $75 price point sneaker, the Nike Roshe LD-1000 is made available at a very economical price.
