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Nike Air Max 98: the futuristic silhouette of the late 90s
Step into the world of the Nike Air Max 98, one of the boldest silhouettes in the history of the Air Max line. Released in 1998, it marked a major aesthetic break with its futuristic lines, multi-paneled leather and voluminous Air unit visible at the back. MTHOR Shop curates the rare versions of this icon for you: silhouettes authenticated by our team of experts, shipped sealed and delivered worldwide.
The story of an icon: Nike Air's race to innovation
The Air Max 98 was born in 1998, designed by Sergio Lozano, the same designer who had signed the revolutionary Air Max 95 three years earlier. After the brutal aesthetic break of the 95 (the first Air Max without a visible Swoosh logo), the 98 pushed the audacity further: multi-layered leather panels, offset lacing system, translucent heel revealing the Tube Max Air unit. It's the apotheosis of the futuristic Nike aesthetic of the late 90s.
Neglected in the 2000s, the Air Max 98 experienced its renaissance starting in 2017 when Supreme brought it back into the spotlight with a triple collab, followed by emblematic drops with Gundam, South Beach and the Air Max Day series. More recently, the silhouette has become a playground for Nike creativity: bold palettes, unexpected materials, tributes to the heritage runner. It remains today a connoisseur's favorite.
A unique technology: how does the Air Max 98 work?
The Air Max 98 introduces the Tube Max Air unit in the heel: a more voluminous visible air chamber than previous generations, providing maximum heel cushioning. The upper construction multiplies leather and mesh panels, complex assembly revealed on the sides.
Three clear benefits: maximum heel cushioning thanks to the Air volume, reinforced support through the multi-overlay leather, and unique silhouette that nothing else in the Nike range reproduces.
Iconic models in the collection
The Air Max 98 collection at MTHOR covers the most sought-after versions: the Air Max 98 OG "Gundam" with its white/red/blue palette tribute to the legendary robot, the Air Max 98 South Beach, the Air Max 98 x Supreme collab in its 3 colorways (Black, Red, Sail), the Air Max 98 Atlanta, plus OG colorways Tour Yellow, Cone and Persian Violet. You'll also find rare Air Max 98 SE, By You / NIKEiD versions and retro releases for Air Max Day.
Why buy your Nike Air Max 98 at MTHOR
MTHOR Shop specializes in authenticated sneakers. Every pair in our Nike Air Max 98 collection goes through a rigorous check by our team of experts: we verify the box and size label consistency, the materials, smell, stitching, shape and sole, as well as the laces and accessories. For the most thorough checks, we rely on specialized tools such as UV lamp or microscope. Every order ships with a seal, a tangible guarantee that the quality control was performed and authenticity validated. Learn more about our authentication process.
We offer worldwide home delivery against signature in 2 to 8 days, with real-time tracking by email and WhatsApp, 4x interest-free payment via Klarna or Scalapay, and a France-based customer service available Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm. If anything goes wrong, our 14-day return policy protects you.
FAQ — Nike Air Max 98 at MTHOR
How do you verify the authenticity of a Nike Air Max 98?
Our team of experts checks every pair against a rigorous grid: box/size label consistency, material, smell, stitching, shape, sole, laces and accessories. On the Air Max 98, attention focuses particularly on the quality of the multi-layered leather panels, the transparency and firmness of the Tube Max Air unit, and the precision of the offset lacing system. We use UV lamp and microscope. Every order is sealed before shipping. See the full process.
What size should I choose for Air Max 98?
The Air Max 98 fits true to size, in line with other late-90s heritage Air Max models (95, 97). If you already wear these silhouettes, take your usual Nike size. The interior is comfortable from the start, without a break-in phase.
What box comes with my pair?
You receive the original Nike box specific to each drop (classic orange for standard colorways, special box for Supreme, Gundam or Air Max Day collabs), with its size label and all official accessories (replacement laces, tissue paper, inserts).
What is the delivery time?
We ship worldwide, with home delivery against signature within 2 to 8 days. You benefit from real-time tracking by email and WhatsApp, regardless of your destination.
Will I have to pay customs fees?
No, no customs fees are charged to you. MTHOR covers all customs fees and taxes, regardless of your destination worldwide. The price displayed on the website is the final price you pay: no nasty surprises on delivery.
Can I return my pair if it doesn't suit me?
Yes. You have 14 days after receipt to return your pair, provided it's in its original condition (never worn, intact box, seal not removed). Refunds are processed within 24h of receiving the return.
Going further
Also discover our Nike Air Max and Nike collections. To learn everything about our sneakers' quality, check our detailed authentication process or our guide How to recognize a genuine pair of sneakers.
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