Official Look at Tom Sachs' NikeCraft Mars Yard 3.0
The shoe is officially dropping later this week.
Name: NikeCraft Mars Yard 3.0
Colorway: Natural/Sport Red/Maple/Sail/Black
SKU: DA6676-100
MSRP: $275 USD
Release Date: September 13
Where to Buy: Tom Sachs
Update: The official release date is now scheduled for September 13. Tom Sachs and Nike’s NikeCraft program is back, introducing the third generation of the Mars Yard sneaker. The two revealed its return back in February, outlining many of its new technical specifications, and we got a closer look at the sneaker in May. Now, its rollout has officially begun as the two have announced a new program for sneakerheads to join in order to gain access to the shoes when they launch in September.
The I.S.R.U. (In-Situ Resource Utilization) app has just been introduced. Challenges on the app will be presented weekly as an opportunity to earn points and climb the leaderboard. Those who reach an eligible position on the I.S.R.U. leaderboard will then have the opportunity to purchase the NikeCraft Mars Yard 3.0 on September 5 via Tom Sachs’ webstore, which is expected to offer the shoe at a starting price of $275 USD. “Mars Yards have always been hard to get, and they’re always going to be hard to get. If you want them, you’re going to have to work for them,” comments Sachs. “Maybe not all of the challenges are for you. That’s OK. What matters is that you do what resonates. I can’t guarantee you will get the shoes, but I can promise your life will improve by participating in meaningful daily routines.”
Enjoy a complete look at the sneaker above and revisit our previous breakdowns below for more info.
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Update: Tom Sachs announced just a few months ago that, after resuming his Nike partnership, a NikeCraft Mars Yard 3.0 is set to release this September. He also offered a complete breakdown of what to expect from the new iteration of the sought-after series, which we covered in detail previously below. Now, following a mere teaser image, we have a complete set of visuals highlighting the sneaker. One element not noted previously is that, similar to its predecessors, a cork sockliner is accompanied by a mesh option as well, with both sporting scientific drawings in Sachs’ handwriting. Release remains set for this September at a price of $275 USD, with a special launch likely to occur via Nike.
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Original Story: Tom Sachs and Nike officially announced last year that they resumed their partnership after reports of Sachs’ inappropriate behavior towards his studio staff were addressed. The news came with confirmation that a NikeCraft Mars Yard 3.0 would be arriving in 2025. Now, after a wear test sample appeared last November, we now have an official first look at the shoe, as well as a breakdown of its new details.
The new model doesn’t stray too far away from its predecessors as its combination of off-white, golden brown and red is present in the same color blocking as before. Three details that quickly stand out include a new TPU toecap in black, silkscreen printed Swooshes and “Sail” detailing at the TPU heel clip and natural rubber outsole. Its front pull tab now extends and serves as a lace keeper while the eyestay overlay no longer connects at the toe, instead favoring two separate pieces. Further adjustments to the sole unit involve polyurethane React foam, a carbon fiber plate and a new texture at the midsole. From there, oversized eyelets, a staggered eyestay, ribbed polyester laces, an open mesh polyester upper and a nylon donning strap at the heel complete the list of changes that Sachs shared.
At the time of writing, we have not been made aware of a specific release date. However, Tom Sachs’ announcement post nods to it arriving sometime this September, likely via Nike SNKRS and select retailers at a starting price of $275 USD. Stay tuned for updates, including a complete set of visuals, as we near its scheduled release period.
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