Nike Is Bringing the Air Rift 2 “Kenya” Back and the Split-Toe Geometry Holds Up

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The Nike Air Rift 2 “Kenya” features a black, Team Dark Green, and Fire Red color scheme. Its product code (SKU) is IQ8006-002. The release date is planned for Summer 2026, and the retail price is yet to be announced.

Nike will re-release the Air Rift 2 “Kenya” in 2026, available through its SNKRS app. Originally created in 2002 as an update to the 1995 Air Rift, the shoe is coming back in a women’s black, dark green, and red color scheme, reflecting its origins as a running shoe.

The Air Rift 2 is a significant update from the original. While the first Air Rift was a minimalist shoe designed for running, the Rift 2 expands on that base with a more comfortable, sock-like fit, a thicker, more supportive sole, and unique side panels that echo Nike’s innovative designs from the early 2000s. It still features the distinctive split-toe design, but it’s been refined and improved, making the Rift 2 feel like a fresh evolution rather than just a remake of the original.

The “Kenya” color scheme holds a special place in the history of the Nike Rift. Its black base is accented with Team Dark Green and Fire Red, mirroring the colors of the Kenyan flag. This pays homage to the original Air Rift’s design inspiration and Nike’s long-standing relationship with Kenyan long-distance runners. The Air Rift was initially created with Kenyan runners in mind, and this colorway has always felt like a tribute to them. Releasing it on the Rift 2 wasn’t just a simple decision, but a deliberate one.

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2026-05-26 06:26