Nearly seven years after the last chapter, Tom Sachs and NikeCraft return with the long-awaited Mars Yard 3.0. This latest evolution carries forward the ethos of durability and utility while reworking the design with sustainable materials, field-tested details, and a vision that pushes beyond sneaker culture into functional art.

Design & Materials

The NikeCraft Mars Yard 3.0 reimagines Sachs’ space-inspired icon with a focus on longevity and circular design. The upper combines undied hemp canvas, recycled polyester, and suede reinforcements for a more rugged, responsible build. The Swoosh comes in deep red, stitched prominently on both lateral and medial sides, echoing the Mars Yard lineage. Webbing pull tabs, rope laces, and modular insole units enhance practicality, while the midsole integrates Nike’s Crater foam with recycled content for a balance of performance and sustainability. Each pair is designed to be repairable, aligning with Sachs’ idea of sneakers as tools meant to be worn, worked, and re-used.

Comfort & Performance

Beyond its conceptual weight, the Mars Yard 3.0 remains wearable: a lightweight yet tough upper, cushioned midsole with recycled foams, and a rubber outsole patterned for grip across urban and outdoor terrains. The adjustable insoles allow users to tune comfort, underlining Sachs’ philosophy of utility and adaptability.

Release Info

Releasing on September 19th at select Nike retailers, the NikeCraft Mars Yard 3.0 (IF2885-100) will drop mostly via instore raffles priced at $275 USD/€275. A SNKRS release might happened later. Stay tuned.