Nike’s ACG arm has one central purpose: to create all conditions gear. It tracks, then, that it’s the hub of all things technical at The Swoosh. 

That’s what makes the release of the Nike ACG Phassad Wheat such a surprise. Instead of the shoe’s usual vintage sporty colorways that complement the performance-based build of the shoe, it now lands in an organic, neutral palette that feels more hippy than hiker.

The announcement of the latest Phassad comes against the backdrop of a major focus on boots from Nike. Lately, we’ve seen a bunch of new Nike Goadome colorways, and the release of the Nike Goadome Low.

But the Nike ACG Phassad Wheat doesn’t get lost in the noise. There’s a number of astute design choices that really make this drop stand out.

Of course, primarily it’s the color. The tonal Wheat palette is at once a head-turner and yet also an understated earth tone, depending on styling choices. Couple that with a beautiful hairy suede upper and you’ve got a design with real depth.

Originally hitting shelves in 2002, the Nike Phassad has distinctive retro feel with the buckled lace covering. And while Nike understandably often chooses to dress the silhouette in bold colors to match, it’s refreshing to see something so much quieter.

The Nike ACG Phassad Wheat ticks boxes in both style and performance, making it a perfect companion to see out the rest of winter, and to accompany you on some summertime hikes, too.

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