Forget Wild. Nike’s Tastefully Techy Skate Shoe Is a Whole Safari

Double Tap to ZoomSneakersNike’s Techy PS8 Skate Shoe Visits the "Safari" AgainThe Nike SB PS8 sneaker has returned. And it brought the whole animal kingdom with it again.That's right. Nike has given the PS8 sneaker another "Safari" makeover inspired by the 1987 Air Safari sneaker designed by Tinker Hatfield. The unmistakable animal print has become one of Nike's most famous designs, which has appeared on its high-tech running shoes and even other skate models over the years.Funny enough, when the PS8 sneaker debuted, it got a different "Safari" makeover, which was good. However, the latest pairs really nail the OG look.Your Highsnobiety privacy settings have blocked this Instagram post.The upper paneling gets splashed in the familiar orange and black colors, while the signature print strikes the toe cap and heel. It basically copies the original sneaker bar for bar.Your Highsnobiety privacy settings have blocked this Instagram post.And what's more, this "Safari" skate sneaker is quite techy. Nike's PS8, which stands for Problem Solver 8, was designed to be the, well, the answer to common skate-shoe problems. In turn, Nike built it like one of its classic running shoes, giving the PS8 Air Zoom cushioning and Flyknit uppers.These technical touches have provided reliable support and comfort to runners for years. Now skaters can enjoy the same benefits with the PS8.And the PS8 promises to be ready straight out of the box, eliminating the wait to break in the shoe and getting straight to work on day one.Nike's PS8 sneaker has enjoyed several solid colorways in its short time on earth. But the "Safari" is extra special. It brings everything full circle, nodding to the model's running inspirations in a very classic, very wild, and very Nike way.Your Highsnobiety privacy settings have blocked this Instagram post.As we speak, the new PS8 "Safari" sneaker is now available on Nike's website for $135.Highsnobiety has affiliate marketing partnerships, which means we may receive a commission from your purchase. Want to shop the products our editors actually love? Visit HS Shopping for recs on all things fashion, footwear, and beauty.We RecommendNike’s Tuned-up Air Max Out-Luxed ItselfNike’s Dark Air Max Is an Undercover Rugged MasterpieceNike Says the Future Is Fluid & These Colorways Prove ItNike’s Original Sneaker Is Back in Its Best Form YetNike’s Thiccest Dad Shoe Is Chewing Up the Competition in Bubblegum PinkWhat To Read NextNike’s Tuned-up Air Max Out-Luxed ItselfForget Wild. Nike’s Tastefully Techy Skate Shoe Is a Whole Safari Nike’s Dark Air Max Is an Undercover Rugged Masterpieceadidas Inked Out Its Best Battle-Ready SneakerBirkenstock’s Balletcore Era Has Officially BegunNike Says the Future Is Fluid & These Colorways Prove It