15 colorways of the Nike Air Max Plus on SoleBook.
The Nike Air Max Plus, better known to sneakerheads as the "Tuned Air" or "TN," dropped in 1998, designed by Sean McDowell. It broke from the Air Max lineage visually with its wavy, gradient upper and layered mesh panels meant to evoke palm fronds swaying against the Florida coastline where it was conceived. Functionally, it introduced Tuned Air technology, a set of plastic pods embedded around the heel airbag to fine-tune cushioning response and stability, a step beyond the standard visible Air units of earlier Max models. Originally retailing modestly, the Plus found instant traction in skate and street culture before becoming a fixture in UK and Australian sneaker scenes, where the "TN" nickname stuck and grew into near-cult status. Its exaggerated silhouette and bold colorways, from the iconic "Hyper Blue" to countless "Tuned 1" reworks, made it a favorite for customization and remix culture. Over the years, Nike has leaned into nostalgia with retros and unexpected collaborations, keeping the Plus relevant well beyond its late-90s runway. Regarded now as one of the more divisive yet enduring Air Max designs, it remains a symbol of maximalist 90s sportswear aesthetics.