TLDR: The Nike Air Max 90 ‘Grateful Ducks’ brings together the Grateful Dead, the University of Oregon and Nike in a unique collaboration. With psychedelic details, college spirit and retro vibes, the sneaker will be available on 24 October 2025 for €140 at Nike and selected retailers. The ‘Grateful Ducks’ edition brings together music history and college culture: the Air Max 90 combines the iconic green and yellow of the Oregon Ducks with the psychedelic aesthetic of the Grateful Dead. Details include a tie-dye mudguard, a green Swoosh and skull branding on the heel. Instead of the familiar dancing bears, ducks dance here – a creative nod to the university's mascot.
The upper is made of white mesh and suede and is complemented by bright accents in Yellow Strike and Green Shock. A hanging duck tag perfectly rounds off the collaboration. The tongue is adorned with a ‘Grateful Dead 1990’ label – a tribute to the band's legendary concert at the University of Oregon's Autzen Stadium.
Following the success of the Grateful Dead x Nike SB Dunk Lows from 2020, this collaboration is once again generating a lot of hype – among sneakerheads and music fans alike.
When is the Nike Air Max 90 ‘Grateful Ducks’ release date?
The sneaker will be released on 24 October 2025 for €140.
Where can I buy the shoe?
It will be available via Nike.com and at selected retailers.
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