The Nike Air Max 90 uses a large air cushioning unit at the heel which is visible from the side of the midsole in most models and it was first released to the public in 1990. The Nike Air Max 90 was not known by the public as the Nike Air Max 90 until a couple years after the release. It was named Nike Air Max III, but much like the first World War, it took on a different name after there were successors.The Nike Air Max 90 was a great performing Nike running shoe. The Air Max 90 featured a durable midsole which provided wonderful forefoot cushioning which is comperable to today’s best shoes and the Nike Air Max 90 also featured a large Air Max unit in the heel. The Nike Air Max 90 was a very lightweight and breathable Nike running shoe because of its mesh upper.