Introduced at the 1972 Munich Olympics, the Nike Cortez represents Nike's original running shoe conceptualized by Bill Bowerman, the Olympic track coach. A modern twist to the classic Cortez Nylon sneaker is provided by the Nylon 'Obsidian' sneaker, which boasts a navy Obsidian lightweight nylon upper along with tonal suede overlays and corresponding laces. This iconic sneaker staple is completed with a white and navy combined sole and Nike's renowned Swoosh design in white.