NIKE ACG AIR MADA: Wear the soul of the 90s and go all out on the town or in the mountains.

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It may be a bit sudden, but I like old clothes, especially clothes from the 90’s.
Today, I would like to change the theme and introduce my favorite items.
In the recent vintage boom, expensive vintage items are being touted, but items from the 90s are relatively inexpensive and easy to obtain, giving you a feel of the era.

Recently, my desire to go out and have fun has increased even more.
It’s the season when you want to escape to something a little more unusual, like the mountains or the river.

This is your partner you can rely on in times like these.

What is NIKE ACG AIR MADA?

The name suggests it’s all about the outdoors, but it’s actually a hidden masterpiece released in the 90’s.
It was reprinted a few years ago and is slowly gaining popularity.
The most appealing thing about MADA is its sense of balance, which makes it suitable for both the city and the mountains.
While they have the ruggedness of trail shoes, they have a smart silhouette and can be worn around town.

Design: Rustic but sophisticated

Shoes of this type tend to focus on functionality, but MADA has also put a lot of design into it.
The combination of leather and mesh, the way the shoelaces are handled, and the position of the ACG logo.
Everything is finished in a “a little weird, but somehow cool” way.

Comfort: Lighter than I expected and good grip

It looks rugged, but when you actually wear it, it’s surprisingly light.
Also, the outsole has an excellent pattern and provides grip even on cobblestones on rainy days.
The insole is also soft, so your feet won’t get tired even after walking for a long time.
It’s safe even on days when you think, “Oh, I’m going to walk today.”

Recommended for these people

• People who want to go back and forth between the city and nature
• People who want sneakers but also an outdoor feel
• People who like 90’s style designs

In other words, people like me are really into it.

It’s not just heavy outdoor gear,
and it’s not just fashion items.
A person you can rely on who can play a role in the middle.

“I don’t need flashiness, but I want personality.”
If you’re in that mood, I think MADA will be the perfect choice.

Size is OK as usual

I am usually 26.5cm, and I chose 27.5cm for AIR MADA.
AIR MADA is quite versatile, and I feel like it could be anything if the size was a little different.
You can go with just the right fit, or even if it’s a little big, you can manage with a string.
Perhaps because of the light and soft material, it fits well.
In my case, I assumed that I would be wearing it a lot on a regular basis, so I chose this size because it was easy to put on and take off.
I had the impression that outdoor shoes tend to be quite tight, so I wanted to wear them more loosely.
From the results, it was a great success.

The 90’s, a time of enthusiasm

Don’t you think the 90’s were a special era?
The sound of skateboards echoed on the street corners, the beats from MTV got everyone excited, and everyone was chasing their own unique “something.”
The culture of those days was like a spark, bursting with energy and making your heart warm just by touching it.
Even though there was no internet or SNS, people were connected in real places and with real passion. For me, the 90’s were the peak of enthusiasm.
Every moment, every boom, everything was legendary.

Nowadays, there are more people and it’s more lively, but I feel like that enthusiasm of “I’m alive!” has faded a little.
That’s why I’m fascinated by old clothes from the 90s.
When I pick up a faded T-shirt or jacket, the atmosphere of the 90s comes vividly back to me, as if I were “wearing” that era.
Used clothes are not just clothes. The romance, dreams, and passion of that era are all woven into this treasure.

NIKE ACG (All Conditions Gear) was shining in the middle of the 90s.

Easily crossing the border between outdoor and streetwear, the sneakers created are masterpieces that all enthusiasts will recognize. Air Mowabb, Air Moc, and AIR MADA, which I would like to talk about this time.

Air Mada: A companion with the heart of a beast

Introduced by ACG in 1994, Air Mada was like a mountain beast.
“SLEEK, NIMBLE, FRIENDLY AND HAVE BIG SHARP TEETH” – these words express Air Mada’s wild spirit.

Easy to jump over rocks and power through any tough trail. The designs by Tinker Hatfield and Sergio Lozano are cool and capture the outdoorsy vibe of the ’90s.

However, if you try to get the original Air Mada now, the sole will fall apart due to hydrolysis. No matter how much I love them, no matter how much I want to wear them, I can’t.
The reality was that it would become just a collector’s item.
It’s really sad, isn’t it? Perhaps understanding our feelings, NIKE reissued it in 2022.
I have nothing but gratitude to NIKE. For whom?
We are for everyone who longs for the soul of the 90’s!
I couldn’t be happier to be able to experience the heat of that era again with Air Mada shoes that I can wear properly.
The moment I picked it up, it brought back the excitement I felt when I found a vintage ACG jacket at a thrift store. It’s full of the vibe of the 90’s, but it won’t fade at all even if you wear it today.
Whether you’re walking in the mountains or wandering around town, this guy is your best companion.

Air Mada’s look is all about the rugged charm of the 90’s.
The upper is made of durable rubber, leather, and a soft neoprene-like material that’s as tough as a mountain rock, yet somehow warm.
The vents allow the breeze to pass through, keeping your feet comfortable on long adventures. The Nike Air midsole provides really comfortable cushioning that bounces with every step.
The outsole firmly grips the ground with deep grooves and rugged unevenness.
The regrind outsole is made from recycled materials, gently adding a modern eco-consciousness to the soul of the 90s.

Remember the era with the colors of the 90s

Air Mada’s color palette seems to be straight out of the vivid image of the 90’s.

Air Mada is a shoe that was at the heart of the 90’s outdoor culture. Along with Air Mowabb and Air Moc, it supported the feet of trail runners and hikers.
But they are not just outdoor shoes.
The design, which looks great on the street, has captured the hearts of skaters and hip-hop kids. The reprint version continues this duality.

If you wear them in the mountains, they will be your companion for easily jumping over rocky areas.
If you wear them around town, your feet will quietly tell you about the hot days of the 90s.

The feel is like recreating that “real” feeling from the 90’s.

[Summary] NIKE ACG AIR MADA was a sneaker that straddles the city, nature, and era

When I tried them on, I felt that they were more like a tool than shoes.

To be honest, when I first took it out of the box, I was a little nervous, thinking, “Wow, this is tough…”
The upper combines leather and synthetic materials with a rugged sole. Looks like outdoor gear.

But, strangely, it doesn’t float around even in the city.
The reason is probably the overall sense of balance.
Although he has a strong argument, he is not pushy. Perhaps that is the “uniqueness” of ACG.

When I tried it on, it was lighter than I expected

Contrary to its rugged appearance, it is surprisingly light when you put your feet in it.
The sole is moderate and it feels comfortable to wrap around your feet. It has enough cushioning that you won’t get tired even when walking for a long time.
After putting them on for a few minutes, I thought, “This is something I’ll wear every day.” In fact, we are currently operating three times a week.

City, mountains, rain. Just right anywhere.

I wore them when I went camping with my family the other day.
Unfortunately the weather is rainy. However, it doesn’t slip even on muddy surfaces, and it doesn’t stain easily with water.
Even if you stop by the supermarket on your way home, you will be able to blend in with the city atmosphere.

I think the appeal of AIR MADA is that it lies right in the middle between “mountain-like” and “town-like”.
Can be used anywhere. That alone instantly increases its value as a tool.

The heat of the 90’s fits in now

NIKE ACG AIR MADA is not only a “usable tool” but also a product that connects the heat of the 90’s to the present.

•Those days when the line between outdoor and streetwear was vague
•Those days when sturdy sneakers were the norm
•Those days when they were a bit unstylish but somehow still cool

The atmosphere of that era still remains in AIR MADA.

The functionality of today and the romance of those days.
For those who want both, I think this is the “just right” pair.