The NikeCraft Mars Yard 3.0 is On The Way
Yes, we're excited.
The highly anticipated NikeCraft Mars Yard 3.0 is set to make its debut in September 2025, marking the latest iteration of the hypbeastiest of collabs with its $275 USD price tag. This release comes after Nike and Tom Sachs officially resumed their partnership following a brief hiatus.
The Mars Yard 3.0 maintains its iconic DNA while introducing several innovative updates. The shoe features the familiar Natural/Sport Red/Maple colorway but now includes new elements like TPU toecaps, silkscreen-printed Swooshes, and TPU heel clips. These improvements suggest a thoughtful evolution of the beloved silhouette rather than a complete overhaul.
Tom Sachs Controversy Seems To Be In the Rearview
The controversy surrounding Tom Sachs emerged in March 2023 when Curbed published an exposé featuring testimonies from over a dozen former employees who described a "destabilizing" and "scary" workplace culture. Turns out Sachs ran a slightly weird, borderline creepy ship in his New York art studio. However, Nike's return to working with Sachs came after he made promises to adjust his operating procedure. The drop of this shoe indicates that Sachs will continue to keep the lame workplace hijinks under control so we can return to enjoying his dope Nike releases.
While the original Mars Yard, launched in 2012, has achieved legendary status in sneaker culture, the question remains whether the 3.0 version can match its predecessor's popularity. The journey of the Mars Yard series, including the 2017 sequel, 2019's Overshoe release, and the success of the General Purpose shoe has built a strong foundation of anticipation for this latest iteration.
Sachs' recent Instagram announcement, captioned with "Action will be required," has already generated significant buzz. The continuation of this partnership under the NikeCraft banner, with Sachs expressing honor in "building together as a NikeCraft team and community," indicates both parties are confident in the shoe's potential success.
When will the Mars Yard 3.0 be available?
September 2025. The shoe is currently in its final stage of development and undergoing wear testing , following the tradition of thorough product development that has characterized previous Mars Yard releases. This attention to detail commitment to quality, and the uber-popularity of the 2.0 might just help the 3.0 version create its own legacy in the sneaker world, riding firmly on the back of it's legendary predeccessor.