Nike and Hyperice launch Hyperslide with heat and vibration

Nike and Hyperice have unveiled a new high-tech recovery slide, the Air Zoom Hyperslide, which will be released globally on September 29, 2026. Priced at $249, the footwear is designed to deliver targeted heat and vibration therapy directly to the feet, representing a more accessible second product from the companies' partnership following last year's premium Hyperboot.

The slides function via removable, rechargeable pods that magnetically attach to the top strap. These pods offer three levels of heat, reaching up to 117 degrees Fahrenheit, and three levels of vibration. A full recovery session runs for 15 minutes, and the features can be controlled either through buttons on the pods themselves or via a connected Hyperice app. The companies state the pods provide about one hour of battery life depending on usage intensity and can be recharged via a USB-C port.

A key engineering feature is the use of Nike's Air Zoom cushioning in the sole. Unlike traditional foam, which would dampen vibrations, the air-based system is designed to conduct the massage sensations from the pod on top of the foot down through the sole to be felt underneath. The air pressure in these slides is tuned to...