#20Under20: The 20 Best Nike Running Shoes From 1992 to 2012
4. Nike Air Max 2009
Cushioning: Air Max
Year: 2009
The Air Max 2009 was a problem. How so? Sneakerheads were forced to shelve their precious retros in favor of the AM ’09s undeniable comfort. The model ultimately revitalized the Air Max line and the industry, pushing the price point for a low top shoe and adding full-length Air to almost everything.