The Nike Ava X (HM9697-001) released Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET for $125 retail. It's in stock at 4 of the 8 retailers Just Drops tracks.
Lowest resale ask: $72 on Flight Club (Nov 6, 2026)
Colorway: Grey Fog/Light Smoke Grey/Dark Smoke Grey/Black · Style code: HM9697-001 · Release date: July 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET · Retail (Nike US): $125 · Availability: Available now
Source: Nike.com · listed May 5, 2026 · stores checked Nov 6, 4:24 PM ET
Where to buy: Foot Locker · Tracked at 8 retailers · Foot Locker release calendar
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The toe and lace area look lightest, while a denser dark texture develops around the heel. A small black Swoosh sits on the side above the darker, diagonally sculpted sole. Matching grey laces and a narrow rear pull preserve the uncluttered profile, with the fine grid of the textile supplying detail across otherwise broad panels.
The upper combines textile and synthetic leather elements, and Cushlon 3.0 foam forms the midsole. Black rubber contact areas occupy the forefoot and heel underneath, leaving a grey recessed section through the middle. Their small textured blocks contrast with the longer lines of the midsole wall. The overall treatment relies on shading rather than separate bright accents.
Written with AI from brand specs; facts checked against Nike.com on Sep 22, 2026.