When you mention Nike's Air Max, if Eikichi Onizuka or Katsuya Jonouchi come to mind, then we're from the same generation (laughs). Today, we here at the Toy People editorial team are diving into the powerful collaboration between LEGO and Nike: the "Nike Air Max 95 ✕ LEGO"!
▼ The overall visual style of the box is quite different from the familiar format I'm used to, which typically features a dark background to highlight the main LEGO product. This one uses a vibrant and lively orange as its base, with a design that evokes a sense of athletic fashion. It incorporates both the LEGO and Nike logos, and the brick pattern in the bottom-left corner is also very cute.
▼ Turning to the back, we see a demonstration of the model's moving feature.
▼ The "AiR" bubble lettering on the side is quite adorable.
▼ The top features a 1:1 scale line drawing of the LEGO minifigure and the "AiR" bubble lettering.
▼ Inside, the contents include two instruction booklets, a total of 12 numbered bags of parts (for a total of 1213 pieces), one transparent curved piece, and a sticker sheet.
▼ Alright, let's start building!~
▼ The assembly process for set 43025 begins with the base (bags 1-4). Here, you can already get a clear sense of the pull-out mechanism for the hidden drawer.
▼ Ooh, it's finally time to build the super cool "AiR" lettering!
▼ The letter "A" is complete! It feels pretty substantial in hand.~
▼ The bubble lettering, constructed using a large number of curved and quarter-circle pieces, is truly fantastic! Combined with the crystal-clear visual effect of the parts themselves, it's definitely a major highlight besides the Nike Air Max 95.
▼ Next, let's move on to the shoe itself!
▼ These fluorescent yellow parts are quite rare! They will be combined with the transparent curved piece to form the awesome Air unit structure.
▼ The assembly process for the shoe is interesting in many small ways, allowing you to appreciate the effort the LEGO design team put into achieving the sneaker's shape. Fellow toy fans must get this set to experience it for themselves!~
▼ Attaching the heel counter really brings it to life! This experience of building the Air Max 95 from scratch, from the inside out, is incredibly fun.
▼ The silhouette is taking shape~ We're almost there!
▼ Complete! Let's take a look at the "Nike Air Max 95 ✕ LEGO" from all angles!
▼ Whether you're building it or admiring the finished model, you can truly feel the charm of the color scheme featuring black, light stone grey, and fluorescent yellow accents! Even though this sneaker was released in the 90s, it still looks incredibly cool today! This... this is what you call a timeless classic of athletic fashion!~
▼ The minifigure, dressed in black and white Nike sportswear, is sure to be highly collectible! Thirty or fifty years from now, regardless of whether LEGO or Nike still exist, there will always be some sentimental toy fans who understand the value and significance of this minifigure.
▼ The hidden drawer in the base can be opened by rotating the shoe.
▼ You can store spare parts, the alternate minifigure head, or your own small items inside, although~ the space is admittedly not very large.
▼ The shoe can be easily lifted off for play and display.~
▼ Finally, let's take a closer look at the details of the shoe. The details outlined with various colored tiles and slope pieces are spectacular. Combined with the layered structure, it's just incredibly cool!
▼ The oval tile piece (with clip) on the tongue featuring the "airmax" logo is a printed piece!
LEGO 43025 Editions Series "Nike Air Max 95 ✕ LEGO" Review Summary:
Being able to personally build the Nike Air Max 95—a sneaker that generated immense buzz upon its debut in 1995—using LEGO bricks was a truly fascinating experience for me. And it's such a cool shoe, with a bold and innovative design that remains completely timeless even today.
From the striking design and high level of detail of the Nike Air Max 95, to the visually stunning "AiR" bubble lettering, and the LEGO minifigure clad in Nike apparel, every aspect of this set is highly collectible. Furthermore, the finished model is a very display-friendly size (approximately 28 cm long), making it a perfect LEGO set to adorn any corner of your home for all to see. For toy fans who love collecting and displaying sneakers, this "Nike Air Max 95 ✕ LEGO" set is undoubtedly a must-have!
LEGO 43025 Editions Series "Nike Air Max 95 ✕ LEGO"
Recommended Retail Price: NT$3,499, Total Pieces: 1213
Available now, sold exclusively at LEGO® Certified Stores in Taiwan.
Product Link: https://www.lcstw.com.tw/products/43025