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The Evolution of the Nike Shoe

Since the '60s, Nike has revolutionized its shoe design. From the first sneakers to the "Oprah" shoe, see how they have evolved!
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Nike shoe from 1964

1964

Nike founder Phil Knight reached a deal with Onitsuka Company, a Japanese shoe manufacturer, to allow him to distribute their Tiger running shoes in the Western United States. His first shipment of Tiger shoe samples arrive in January 1964.

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