The popular trail sneaker still maintains its utilitarian features like a water-resistant leather and mesh upper, a Phylon midsole for cushioning and stability, Air-Sole unit for impact protection, and G-TEK traction technology for a dependable grip over unstable terrain.

All authentic Nike shoes have a tag sewn into them with their size, barcode and model number on it. You will recognize it most easily by the barcode. Look for it inside: The tongue.

Nike is a multinational company that is based out of the USA. Like most multinational companies, Nike does not manufacture its products on its own. Instead, it outsources its manufacturing process to vendors located in different countries. These Nike vendors work together with the brand to produce their branded shoes.