The Nike Air Max 1 "Black History Month 2012" (521299-090) released in February 2012.
Original retail (2012): $115 · Lowest resale ask: $685 on GOAT (Nov 7, 2026)
Colorway: Midnight Fog/Black · Style code: 521299-090 · Release date: February 2012 · Lowest resale ask: $685 · Availability: Available now
Source: GOAT's catalog · stores checked Nov 7, 2026, 5:20 AM ET
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Each surface draws on a different cultural reference, including patterns inspired by Kenyan beadwork, the palette of Brazilian carnival and the piecework look of African American quilting.
Released in February 2012 at a retail price of $115, the shoe uses its low key base as a frame for those references rather than competing with them for attention. The approach differs from most Black History Month sneakers that lean on one bold color story, spreading its tribute across sport history and craft traditions instead of a single motif.
Written with AI from brand specs; facts checked against our catalog data on Sep 25, 2026.