Vintage Nike RC Sports Roller Skates (1979–1981 Era)

Offered here is an authentic pair of original Nike roller skates produced under license by RC Sports during Nike’s short-lived roller skate era (circa 1979–1981).

Nike discontinued roller skate production decades ago, making surviving examples with original packaging increasingly scarce.

This pair features:

• Original tan suede Nike boots

• Black leather swoosh detailing

• Sunlite plate (period-correct early production)

• Original Nike wheels

• Original adjustment tool

• Original “Authorized Nike Roller Skate by RC Sports” box

Boot: Men’s 11.5–12

Plate: Sunlite Size 8

These represent a unique chapter in Nike history — a rare crossover into roller sports during the late 1970s expansion era.

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Condition

Vintage pre-owned condition with strong structural integrity.

• Suede remains solid and wearable

• Plates and trucks secure

• Wheels rotate

• Minor cosmetic wear consistent with age

• Original box included (age-related wear visible)

Please review all photos carefully — this is a true vintage item.

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Collector Significance

Nike licensed roller skates were produced for a limited window (approx. 1977–1983). Production numbers were modest compared to Nike footwear lines of the era.

Finding a complete set with original box and hardware is very rare.

Ideal for:

• Vintage Nike collectors

• Sneaker historians

• Roller skate collectors

• Display / archival collections

• Period-correct 70s–80s skate enthusiasts

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Rarity

Original box included

Complete hardware included

Matching period-correct components

This is not a modern reproduction.

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Shipping

Will be professionally packed to preserve box and contents.

Ships fully insured with tracking.

Offers welcome.