The Nike SB Air Force 1 is rumored to be released in Spring 2026. After a leak of a wear-test sample from Eric Koston, rumors have circulated of a potential drop.

Nike Skateboarding adopted the SB Dunk Low in the early 2000s, which changed how many looked at skating shoes. While the initial intent is to ride in them, they are known as a fashion statement. In the past, we have seen other models and sample pairs of classic Nike’s receive the SB treatment, and it looks like we will see the Nike SB Air Force 1 debut in 2026.

Thanks to professional skater Eric Koston, we have a preview of the wear-test sample. From the photo, the shoes feature all-Black with a code on the side. Typically, wear-test samples feature a unique code.

Initially, we heard rumors of the Nike SB x Nike Air Force 1 release. However, the pair was not affiliated with Nike Skateboarding but with a skate shoe by Nike. Oddly enough, sample pairs featured Nike Skate branding on the tongues, but the retail pair lacked it. This could be that something was in the works.

In the past, we have seen two different colorways of the SB Jordan 4 debut, a handful of SB Air Jordan 1 releases, and soon, the SB Air Max 95 will debut. Like the aforementioned pairs, the SB Air Force 1 will feature reinforced overlays, improved cushioning for impact, and an upgraded outsole for better traction.