Nike Shox TL "Hyper Royal" AV3595-400

The Shox TL keeps bouncing back—literally and figuratively. First introduced in 2003, this model arrived during Nike’s final push of visible mechanical cushioning before foam tech took over. Two decades later, it still looks unapologetically bold, which explains why younger wearers have embraced it alongside those chasing nostalgia.

This “Hyper Royal” version throws it back with a breathable mesh upper and plastic rib overlays that wrap the foot in structured support. The colour does a lot of the heavy lifting. That bright royal blue demands attention, especially when paired with the gleaming silver Shox columns running the length of the sole.

Underfoot, those pillars still define the ride. Full-length Shox cushioning absorbs impact and delivers that springy sensation that made this series stand out in the first place. It’s a unique on-foot feel—less soft foam, more mechanical pop. The setup may look wild to first-timers, but that’s the whole point. Few sneakers feel quite like a Shox TL.

Fans of early-2000s techwear and Y2K design cues will find plenty to enjoy here. The silhouette isn’t trying to blend in. Every panel, every colour hit, and every column underneath serves as a reminder of the era it came from. And in an age where many sneakers play it safe, the Shox TL keeps betting on big, visible tech—and somehow, still wins.