Everyone has heard about the Nike Air Force One, probably the best known athletic shoe that you can find. However, not many people know that the first model named Nike Air Force 1 was created back in 1982, mostly for hip-hoppers and basketball players. As the shoes grew in popularity, celebrity rappers and even famous basketball players have started to use them in official appearances, proving that they are as comfortable as they are good looking. Unlike any other shoe, this one has managed to bring impressive revenue since 1982: around $800 million per year.

The production of this type of shoe went on and off for many years and there are some interesting facts about it. During these 27 years, the Air Force One went through at least 1,700 colors, an incredible number which can only show that people wanted to get an original pair, no matter what. Even so, getting them in white remains a valid trend and most buyers pick this color, even if they have the possibility of choosing anything they want. Since the Nike Air Force One, 4 more models have been released on the market and all of them had great success.

Each type of Nike Air Force shoe brings a new design to the table, but something special happened in 2007. Along with the 25th anniversary from the creation of the first Air Force One, Nike has created Air Force XXV, one of the best models created in the last years.

Anyone can still get their hands on the Air Force 1 and most people already have at least one pair. The design, comfort and functionality that they offer can’t be matched and they are still so popular because of a clear reason: they are simply the best sport shoes you can own.