The Air Max Genome hearkens back to the 2000s and if you know your sneakers, you can immediately see the tie in to the 2009 Air Max. While that model used flywire and fused overlays, the Genome ups the ante with a durabuck fused upper and retains the ribbed midsole, max air cushioning set up, while adding Nike Grind at the heel and forefoot and insole.