Take Flight in Comfy Sneakers Get your toddlers started early in the Nike Air Force 1 Low sneaker. This top-of-the-line shoe honors the original Nike Air Force 1 — released in 1982 to immense fanfare. It was the only shoe of its kind — an athletic masterpiece that included the now legendary air pocket in the heel. Its mission was to improve support and enhance cushioning to promote a safer and more effective experience on the basketball court. The thoughtfully designed Air Force 1 sneaker is just as effective as its predecessors, offering the advantage of a light weight and the comfort of a low-top profile to promote an easy fit.