Nike folds Trail Team into All Conditions Racing, unveils Ultrafly

Nike has announced a major new push in its trail running strategy, folding its long-running Nike Trail Team into a 22-member All Conditions Racing Department (ACR) and unveiling a high-end hardware and apparel lineup designed to rethink off-road performance. Central to the rollout is the Nike ACG Ultrafly, a carbon-plated, ZoomX-cushioned trail racing shoe intended to compete at the elite end of the sport, paired with a forthcoming All Conditions Racing Department apparel line built to maximize airflow and comfort in extreme conditions. The gear is slated for release in spring 2026, with limited quantities initially available through Nike and selected retail partners, and a separate high-performance top aimed at retail in 2026 after a period of elite-sold testing in 2025.

The move to consolidate trail offerings under a single department signals Nike’s intent to give All Conditions Gear (ACG) a sharper, performance-first focus rather than a purely lifestyle or fashion-forward identity. Nike notes that life is “meant to be unleashed in the wild,” a philosophy the new department intends to embody through technical footwear and apparel that can withstand demanding courses and...