Nike Air Max Joga Bonito R9
Colorway: Metallic Silver/Varsity Royal/Black/Varsity Maize · Style code: IX8646-001 · Release date: July 2, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET · Price: $180 · Availability: Available now
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Metallic Silver/Varsity Royal/Black/Varsity Maize follows the flowing panels of the Nike Air Max Joga Bonito R9. Blue bands sweep across the silver synthetic leather, each outlined with yellow piping, while black laces and a yellow-edged Swoosh add contrast. The silver sole below has visible cushioning windows at the forefoot and heel. Blue also appears in the outsole's central forefoot blocks, carrying the upper's main accent through to the underside.
Nike combines the Mercurial R9's soccer-derived upper design with the Air sole associated with the Air Max 95. The brand connects this edition to Ronaldo Nazário and its 2006 Joga Bonito campaign. Foam cushioning and a rubber outsole complete the hybrid, translating the on-pitch visual design into this Air Max configuration. The regular US listing stood at $180 on September 22, 2026, for this specific silver-and-blue treatment.