Nike Air Shoes - Repair?

[VENOM1]

I recently purchased a pair of black air max Nike shoes and at the three day old mark stepped on a tack that popped the air pocket on the right shoe. I've read a couple internet posts about repairing these pockets. I'm just nervous about two things: 1. Doing the work myself due to having to take the shoe completely apart. 2. Completely ruining the shoes and making things worse.

Although farfetched, I'm hoping someone here can chime in on this subject. Thanks in advance!

 

[BrunotheBoxer]

I bought a pair of those sneakers once. I popped the air bladder so fast I threw them in the trash. Never again.

If I were you I would just try to return them to the store.

 

[LightningLou]

Is the air pocket actually pressurized? Maybe screw a schrader valve on the side and use an air compressor after sealing the hole up with some rtv.

 

[VENOM1]

Is the air pocket actually pressurized? Maybe screw a schrader valve on the side and use an air compressor after sealing the hole up with some rtv.

I don't know that it's technically pressurized but when I stepped on the tack a ridiculous amount of air released out of the minuscule hole. I'll look into your approach. Thanks for the advice.

 

[DSG2003Mach1]

did you buy em with a credit card? some credit cards cover accidental damages to new purchases. I always thought about dropping a laptop or something but might apply to this too.

 

[13COBRA]

Take them back to the store. If they don't take them back, throw them away and get a different shoe.

 

[SVT-BansheeMan]

I dont that problem with my crocs.

 

[08mojo]

Can you actually tell a difference between the shoes with one intact and one 'deflated.' If so, pop the other shoe.

 

[Sonic605hp]

Just return them and say they're uncomfortable.....how much wear could they have after 3 days? And yes they are pressurized.

 

[VENOM1]

Can you actually tell a difference between the shoes with one intact and one 'deflated.' If so, pop the other shoe.

Yes. It's a ridiculous difference between the two.

 

[SirShaun]

Best pair of shoes I've ever owned. These things will last until the bottoms fall off or burn out. Notice the canvas style over the toe, these things show no wear. Treat yo self. I'll never buy another shoe again as long as they are making these. They make them in lows too, the highs are really not that high, more like a mid.

http://www.eastbay.com/product/model:255638/sku:20135010/jordan-1-flight-4-mens/all-black/black/

 

[DHG1078]

This is exactly why I don't buy shoes with air bladders anymore. I never had issues with the ones I bought before (ages ago) but I don't want to risk it. Especially when there are very comfortable, supportive shoes without them.

 

[VENOM1]

This is exactly why I don't buy shoes with air bladders anymore. I never had issues with the ones I bought before (ages ago) but I don't want to risk it. Especially when there are very comfortable, supportive shoes without them.

I've definitely learned my lesson.

 

[2KBlackGT]

I dont that problem with my crocs.

But, you're wearing Crocs...

Best pair of shoes I've ever owned. These things will last until the bottoms fall off or burn out. Notice the canvas style over the toe, these things show no wear. Treat yo self. I'll never buy another shoe again as long as they are making these. They make them in lows too, the highs are really not that high, more like a mid.

http://www.eastbay.com/product/model:255638/sku:20135010/jordan-1-flight-4-mens/all-black/black/

+1, I have at least 6 or 7 pair of Jordan 1's I rotate. The ones I buy are leather and crinkle at the toe after a while though, which I hate.

 

[Black02GT]

Will fix it plus then they will be Air Max / Air Force Hybrids bitches will go crazy.

 

[coremaster21]

There should be a date on the inside of your shoes, near the size tag and all of that information. If the shoes are still within that date you can send them back to Nike and they will give you a full refund.

 

[VENOM1]

There should be a date on the inside of your shoes, near the size tag and all of that information. If the shoes are still within that date you can send them back to Nike and they will give you a full refund.

Thank you!!

 

[10splaya22]

I've popped it in one of my shoes before...definitely a huge difference. Unfortunately mine had been worn too much to return or exchange or anything like that.

 

[Jefe]

Best pair of shoes I've ever owned. These things will last until the bottoms fall off or burn out. Notice the canvas style over the toe, these things show no wear. Treat yo self. I'll never buy another shoe again as long as they are making these. They make them in lows too, the highs are really not that high, more like a mid.

http://www.eastbay.com/product/model:255638/sku:20135010/jordan-1-flight-4-mens/all-black/black/

I like the low better: http://www.eastbay.com/product/model:260326/sku:44559102/jordan-1-flight-4-low-mens/white/black/

They comfortable? Hows the sizing compared to other shoes?

They are $50-60 on eBay but I wish they had more than just black white or red. Tons of options in the highs

 

[SirShaun]

I like the low better: http://www.eastbay.com/product/model:260326/sku:44559102/jordan-1-flight-4-low-mens/white/black/

They comfortable? Hows the sizing compared to other shoes?

They are $50-60 on eBay but I wish they had more than just black white or red. Tons of options in the highs

Super comfortable. They feel light and airy. My feet have never hurt from them. They aren't too hot on the feet either. I used to wear Air Forces but Nike managed to ruin them. Last pair of those I got, they were so narrow they hurt my feet. These Flight 4s remind me of old school forces, medium width, just comfortable and not too crazy looking. The ones you are looking at have the leather toe, so be aware.

The highs really aren't that high. I might even have to order me that navy pair.