Awake NY x Air Jordan 5 “Racer Blue” Set for Wider Release
Nike has confirmed a broader release of the the Awake NY x Air Jordan 5 “Racer Blue” through SNKRS and select global retailers.
The drop follows the brand’s earlier limited launch earlier in August, with the pair retailing at $230 in adult sizes.
Unlike the earlier rollout, the highly coveted pink store-exclusive edition did not return this time. Instead, raffles were open at partner stockists for the Racer Blue colorway, while SNKRS is expected to remain the most reliable channel for purchase.
The collaboration has drawn widespread attention since its debut, largely for the way Awake NY reimagined the Air Jordan 5’s design DNA. The sneaker features the label’s signature “A” mesh netting, bold contrast stitching around the black suede panels, and a co-branded tongue that blends both identities seamlessly.
While resale chatter has centered on the pink pair’s scarcity and market value, sneaker insiders suggest the Racer Blue drop has drawn heavy demand, both from collectors chasing Awake NY’s streetwear influence and Jordan loyalists looking to secure one of the year’s most talked-about collaborations.
