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Caitlin Clark’s Debut Nike Signature Sneaker Hits Stores
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Release Details
On October 1, 2026, Nike launched the first Caitlin Clark signature basketball shoe, the “Caitlin 1,” in two colorways: “Caitlin Blue” and “Warning Code Yellow.” Both styles were offered at a retail price of $140 for adult sizes; the “big-kids” version sold for $115 and the “little-kids” version for $105. The shoes became available at 9 a.m. CT on the Nike SNKRS app, Nike.com, and at select retailers such as Scheels, Finish Line, and Dick’s Sporting Goods.
Design and Technology
Nike describes the model as built around the speed, range, and unpredictability that define Clark’s play. A responsive Air Zoom Turbo unit paired with Cushlon foam is said to provide smooth, controlled movement, while an Opticast upper—a lightweight polyurethane-node material—offers “locked-in support”. The upper bears Clark’s interlocking “CC” logo, her No.
Pricing and Market Response
Resale platform StockX listed an average resale price of $188 for the “Caitlin Blue” colorway and $191 for “Warning Code”. Both figures exceed the $140 retail price, indicating strong secondary-market demand. The release sold out quickly online, prompting many shoppers to turn to resale sites or await future drops.
On-the-Ground Reports
During Indiana Fever’s Game 2 playoff victory over the Las Vegas Aces, Clark wore the purple “Midnight Fever” colorway, a preview of upcoming releases. Her on-court presence generated additional buzz among fans and media alike.
Upcoming Colorways (What’s Next)
Nike has announced a series of scheduled drops for the remainder of 2026:
- October 14 – “Midnight Fever” (scheduled)
- November 3 – “Cave Stone” (scheduled)
- December 1 – “Ice Cold” (scheduled)
- December 12 – “Purple Venom” (scheduled)
Beyond these, Nike has hinted at a Kansas City Chiefs-themed “Sea of Red,” a glow-in-the-dark “Halloween” edition, a Taylor Swift “Friendship Bracelet” design, and a Travis Scott collaboration.
Verbatim Quotes
- “It speaks very much to who I am, like this ordinary person that at times does some super extraordinary things on the court,” — Caitlin Clark
- “A lot of thought and time has gone into this shoe,” — Caitlin Clark