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After back-to-back losses, Manny Pacquiao has went from the arguably the best pound-for-pound fighter to someone we just want to see live a healthy and safe life. After last night's vicious knock out, it might be time for Manny to focus on the Philippines and family — people who need him most. While we can debate all day if him and Mayweather would have fought at their prime, who would have won — one thing is for sure, Pacquiao holds the belt for the dopest sneaker run by a boxer. We decided to break down Manny Pacquiao's 10 Best Nike Trainers, since we might have seen the last special release from MP.
Nike Trainer 1.3 Max Breathe "Manny Pacquiao"
Nike Trainer 1.3 Max Breathe “Manny Pacquiao”
Year released: 2011
The last time Manny won a fight, this was the sneaker catered to help the man get in shape to win. The Max Breathe 1.3s featured full-length Air Max and open mesh to help the fighter from getting over heated on his feet. The $170 price tag might have seemed like too much for the casual wear but if you were really putting in work, the price was right for one of Nike's best.
Nike Lunar TR1 SL “Manny Pacquiao”
Nike Lunar TR1 SL “Manny Pacquiao”
Year released: 2012
This very well could be the last collab between MP and Nike. The Grey upper sits on blue Lunarlon technology and the "MP" logo is featured on the tongue. No word if these will see a release but if they do you may want to grab a likely final piece of history from a fallen soldier.
Nike LunarTR1 Manny
Nike Lunar TR1 "Manny Pacquiao"
Year released: 2012
Nike upgraded PacMan's entourage with Lunar for their feet, allowing him to train with more cushioning and lightness without compromising durability. The Phillipine's colors bring the shoe together, a common move for Manny to show love for his greatest supporters, his people.
Nike Trainer 1.2 Low "Manny Pacquiao" Anthracite
Nike Trainer 1.2 Low “Manny Pacquiao”
Year released: 2010
The murdered-out upper with blood accents lining the branding and midsole — maybe Nike didn't intend it that way but how else could you see these kicks with Manny drawing blood in almost every fight, obliterating foes with ease.
Nike Air Trainer 1 LTD
Nike Air Trainer 1 LTD "Manny Pacquiao"
Year released: 2009
When you're tearing through high-rated opponents like it is sparring practice, expect the endorsements to get fresher. In '09 Nike really turned things up with PacMan supplying him with his own logo. The Trainer 1 LTDs red and gold upper was only supplied on 200 sneakers and 100 went to his friends an family. Where you lucky enough to get your hands on supreme Pacquiao fandom?
Nike Zoom Huarache MP
Nike Zoom Huarache Trainer Low Premium “Manny Pacquiao”
Year released: 2011
The Huarache Trainer saw a lot of use in 2011, whether it was Amar'e hooping in his player editions for the Knicks or Manny training for his next slug-fest — the shoe served its purpose. Again, PacMan used the Phillipines country colors for inspiration, paying tribute to the people who helped him get to the top. Class act.
Nike Air Trainer 1.3 Max Pacquiao
Nike Air Trainer 1.3 Max "Manny Pacquiao"
Year released: 2011
In 2011 Manny wasn't just a celebrated boxer, he had taken over world iconic status between the slaughtering he did in the ring and giving back to his country in the Senate seat. Nike acknowledged this and put together one of his best trainers yet, featuring laser details to assure you that you were only messing with the best.
Nike Trainer SC 2010 MP
Nike Trainer SC 2010 PE "Manny Pacquiao PE"
Year released: 2010
Yup, boxer's get their own player exclusives too. In 2010 Nike used the red, blue, and gold synonymous with his homeland's flag and built the champ a shoe to help him prepare for his next bout. The sneaker did hit the streets in the form of retail and if you're still looking to own a pair you can get them for fairly close to the $110 price tag when they released.
Nike Trainer 1.2 Low "Manny Pacquiao" Gold
Nike Trainer 1.2 Low “Manny Pacquiao — All For One”
Year released: 2010
Nike took inspiration from the best athletes in all sports and put together one of its greatest collections to date. Of course Manny Pacquiao was included in the list, building a shoe that could handle the rigorous training of any world class athlete. MP's gold accented model quickly became one of the most sought after in the pack, and also one of the toughest to grab. Another knockout for The Swoosh.
Lights Out Trainer
Manny Pacquiao Nike Trainer 1 "Lights Out"
Year released: 2009
In 2009, glow-in-the-dark features on sneakers was the rage and coming off an impressive win, knocking Ricky Hatton the fugg out in round two got Manny a pair of Nike Trainers to celebrate the milestone. One of the best Nike Trainers to date, if you missed them then you will need about $750 to grab a pair off eBay. Lights out.
