Nike’s Cult-Favorite ACG Reissue Is Now at One of Its Lowest Prices Ever

Two of its most recent colorways are now heavily discounted.

Close-up of a purple and black Nike sneaker showing textured fabric and a black Nike swoosh on the gray sole.

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By Ethan Brehm

Published May 29, 2026

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Through the end of the month, Nike’s Phassad is under $100 in select models, down from the usual $145.

Currently, two colorways have their prices slashed, but these are great pick-ups headed into the hiking season.

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Close-up of a black and gray Nike shoe with visible stitching, a pink Nike swoosh, and "AIR" text. — The Phassad made its triumphant return last year after a two-decade hiatus.

More than a Phassad

When Nike’s outdoor-focused ACG label first dropped in the early ‘00s, the Phassad was completely different from most other hiking shoes on the market. It felt rugged but also futuristic, and without looking totally unorthodox.

Pair of purple and black Nike trail running shoes with black protective overlays and rugged soles. — The futuristic look owes its inspiration to tent construction.

Close-up of a purple and black Nike Air sneaker with orange laces and a gray sole. — The buckle system protects the laces and also helps secure your midfoot on the trail.

Scott Portzline was the man behind the design. The Portland native worked for Nike for over a decade, putting his stamp most notably on certain Shox and Air Max models. Later, he took his talents to both Columbia Sportswear and Merrell.

Inspired by tent construction, the Phassad had a flap that covered the laces, strapped down by a traditional buckle system which doubled as a midfoot lockdown. The upper combined a mesh based with synthetic overlays for breathability and durability. It was stylish yet utilitarian.

Pair of purple and black Nike sneakers with black protective overlays and white swoosh logos, viewed from above. — Fans have been going crazy over the Bold Berry colorway, which is currently at an all-time low price right now.

Despite garnering somewhat of a cult following among outdoor and proto-gorpcore enthusiasts, the sneaker’s original run only lasted a handful of years before getting shelved by Nike indefinitely.

Pair of black and dark gray Nike trail running shoes with textured soles and a protective overlay across the top. — Nike made subtle tweaks to the construction while still keeping the same Phassad look as the early-’00s models.

Black and gray Nike sneaker with a protective flap over the laces and rugged sole. — Anthracite Iron Grey is one of the two colorways on sale right now from Nike.

The return

With the rise of town-to-trail style, which coincides with the ACG line’s renaissance as a whole, the Phassad made its return last year, to much acclaim.

Nike has stayed faithful to the design but makes slight tweaks under the hood. The textiles are lighter and more refined, while the midsole foam and grippy outsole benefit from the brand’s current tech. Nevertheless, you still get the Air cushioning underfoot.

The grippy outsole gets you plenty of traction outdoors.

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The colorways have also become more inspired. Some of the more notable variants have been the retro-inspired Yellow Zest and the Cave Stone Aluminum. But Nike shows no signs of slowing down.

Person wearing a blue vest, beige sweatshirt, white pants, and black shoes climbing a rocky mountain. — This guy knows how helpful the Phassad can be in the wilderness, especially when climbing trees.

Availability and pricing

The current ACG Phassad sale encompasses a couple of newer iterations for 2026, including the Anthracite Iron Grey ($97) and the Bold Berry ($89), which are both way below the $145 sticker price.

You’ll still have some luck with the Anthracite, as most sizes are still available. However, you should act fast if you’ve been eyeing the Bold Berry, since those are disappearing much quicker.

Purple and black Nike trail running shoe with gray sole and orange "AIR" text on the side.

Nike ACG Phassad

$89 at Nike

$145 (39% off)

About the Author: Ethan Brehm is an associate editor at Gear Patrol writing about footwear, watches, spirits, EDC and more. When he’s not shopping for his next G-Shock, he spends his time watching movies and planning a future road trip with his family. He firmly believes CDs sound better than vinyl.

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