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Nike designers are constantly creating products inspired by athletes of all levels. Last year, the Fuel Footwear Innovation team decided to pick a more abstract muse — unexpected circumstances in the form of weather, activity, or otherwise. With that in mind, they developed a philosophy and set of design principles, titled iSPA, which stands for Improvise, Scavenge, Protect, and Adapt.
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The first release, the Nike REACT LW WR Mid iSPA, combined a lightweight, four-way stretch and water-resistant upper inspired by the LunarTerra Arktos, with the sole of the Nike React Element 87. Though it was designed with extreme change in mind, the idea of equipping a big city dweller eventually became the emphasis.
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Nike ISPA React WR LW MidRelease Date: November 21st, 2018
Retail: $180
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While the original iSPA shoe had a mid-height, the new low version offers a simplified take. Designed by Erick Ikeda, he was inspired by one of the most extreme emergencies ever. “I remember Apollo 13, and that led to the situation with duct tape saving their lives to be able to seal off the CO2 canisters, so they could continue to breathe and live a few more days in outer space,” he shared. This improvisation through duct tape influenced Ikeda's approach for the tape-like upper on the iSPA React WR Low.
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Nike React WR ISPA Low
Release Date: February 2019
Retail: $150
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Nike Air Max 720 ISPA
Release Date: November 27th, 2019
$210
Utilizing the latest innovations and Nike's ISPA project—which touts a philosophy of improvise, scavenge, protect and adapt—the Nike ISPA Air Max 720 delivers smooth cushioning. It features an extra-large air unit, providing support along with innovative details inspired by modern life in the city.
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