Nike is continuing its tradition of celebrating New York City's Puerto Rican Day Parade with a dedicated Shox R4 colorway for Summer 2026. The "Puerto Rico" build channels the spirit of the event through a considered color palette and a cultural detail that ties the shoe directly to the celebration.
The upper arrives in Glacier Blue leather, giving the retro runner a cool, almost icy base. University Red sharpens the presentation across the Swoosh outline, heel embroidery, outsole circles, and insole branding, while Metallic Silver lands on the four-column Shox heel setup for a reflective contrast. White fills the larger side Swoosh and portions of the sole, keeping the overall color blocking balanced. The silhouette stays faithful to its late-1990s roots, with molded side panels, mesh on the tongue, and the signature Shox column arrangement that defined the model at launch. The standout detail is a Vejigante mask lace charm included with the pair, a direct nod to the traditional Puerto Rican festival mask and the cultural heritage at the heart of the parade.
The Nike Shox R4 "Puerto Rico" is set to release on June 5, 2026 through Nike and select retailers for a retail price of $155. To stay informed on all things Nike and to stay up to date with the latest releases, connect with us on Instagram and Twitter.