The Nike SB PS8 "Black/White" sneakers are officially here. One can purchase a pair for $120 on the official website of Nike, the SNKRS app, and select retail points.
The PS8 was introduced in 2024 as part of Nike’s Skateboarding (SB) line, and was quick to establish itself as a go-to choice for skaters. This "Black/White" edition is often referred to as the "Panda" edition due to its contrasting monochrome colorway. The Nike SB PS8 "Black/White" sneakers is expected to keep up the love for the global footwear brand's PS8 line with its minimalist aesthetic.
Features and design of the Nike SB PS8 "Black/White" sneakers
The upper of the sneaker features tumbled leather overlays with Flyknit technology. The leather panels are placed strategically in high-wear areas like the toe and heel so that the wearer gets a good amount of support while skateboarding.
The Flyknit base is believed to provide lightweight breathability. The "Panda" edition of the Nike SB PS8 shoe line has an opaque midsole, which is a significant upgrade from its previous iterations. Those versions were equipped with semi-transparent gum soles that revealed the full-length Flyplate.
The "Black/White" colorway opts for a black upper portion and a white lower section. This dual-tone design adds to the shoes' minimalist make-up.
The HART (High Abrasion Rubber Tech) outsole is a standout feature of this brand-new design. Nike claims that it uses less rubber than traditional outsoles to keep the shoe lighter and more flexible.
Additionally, the shoe features Nike’s Zoom Air cushioning, integrated with the Flyplate in the midsole. This combination delivers a responsive feel and absorbs impacts. These specs make the Nike SB PS8 "Black/White" sneakers a great pick for skateboarding wear.
Colorway of the SB PS8 "Black/White" sneakers is officially listed as Black/ Black/ White/ White. The black base contrasts with the white Swoosh and midsole. It carries a low-top silhouette. Below is how Nike has presented these newly launched shoes on its official website:
"Designed to put in the work out of the box, the PS8 delivers with a 3-pronged approach. Starting with a layered Flyknit construction with leather in high-wear areas, it offers a broken-in feel that retains its shape session after session."
The brand adds:
"An updated Flyplate is integrated into the sole, providing a responsive feel that works in tandem with the HART (High Abrasion Rubber Tech) outsole. HART uses less rubber to helps make the outsole lighter and more flexible. The PS8 wraps it all in a low-top silhouette with Nike Running aesthetics, heritage pattern and all the technical details that matter."
Nike has also highlighted some of the SB PS8 "Black/White" shoes' features on the website, which are:
- HART outsole uses less rubber compound than our other XDR rubber technologies—without sacrificing durability and abrasion resistance.
- The updated Flyplate creates longevity in the foam and performs like it's fresh out of the box.
- Snappy and responsive, Air Zoom cushioning helps provide a quick-off-the-ground sensation.
- Foam midsole
- Rubber outsole
User reactions to Nike SB PS8 "Black/White" sneakers
Multiple customers have already secured a pair of these newly-arrived Nike sneakers. Below are what some of them had to say about their first-hand experience:
"Amazing shoe, absolutely love the style of it. Really hit it off with that rear zoom unit."
"Received as a gift from my wife and I cannot stop staring at them!"
"Nice design and quite comfy, but they've missed something as elementary as a decent pair of shoelaces."
Head to the official brand website if you wish to secure a pair.
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