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Blue Ribbon Sports (BRS)
Nike, known as Blue Ribbon Sports back then make a deal with a Japanese shoe manufacturer to allow them to distribute their Tiger shoes in the Western United States. -
The Swoosh
Blue Ribbon Sport's name is changed to 'Nike' and a student at Portland State university designs the swoosh logo. -
Moon Shoes
The Moon Shoes are released for athletes competing in the Oregon Trials -
Nike Air
The first running shoe with Nike Air is released and so is the first clothing line. -
Michael Johnson
Michael Johnson's famous gold spikes weighing only 85 grams helped him win the 200m and 400m gold at the 1996 Olympic Games. -
Nike Shox
Nike releases the Nike Shox. -
Nike Free
The Nike Free launches providing runners with footwear that emulates the leg-strengthening benefits of barefoot running. -
Nike Air Max
The Nike Air Max are released again, the best selling shoe Nike has ever made.
