Into the big boys. The Air Max 97 will give you a 1.6in increase, which is in fact bigger than the Jordan 4, which kind of caught me off guard. The best part about the shoes, it's probably the most affordable on the list.

Conclusion. What drives the retail markup for the Air Max shoes up is the demand by consumers. Thanks to the influence of technology, comfort, design, style, and hype, many sneakerheads cop Air Max sneakers, and thus, due to demand and supply chain, the sneakers are more expensive.

The Air Max 97's water-inspired design flows whether you're out for a run or a night on the town. Full-length Nike Air cushioning lets you ride in performance comfort. Originally designed for performance running, Nike Air cushioning pairs best-in-class comfort with sporty style.

“SE” stands for “Special Edition.” A shoe or sneaker labeled “SE” is especially rare and hard to come by. Special Edition footwear is unique and only released in small quantities. Typically, these shoes reflect a certain style, trend, event, or celebrity and are only available for a limited amount of time.