Tom Sachs x Nike Mars Yard 3.0

Key Takeaways:

• The Nike Mars Yard 3.0 is the anticipated sequel to the Mars Yard 2.0 (2017) and original (2012).
• The sneaker has faced delays, partly due to controversy surrounding Tom Sachs and Nike’s internal review.
• No official release date is confirmed, but leaks suggest a September 2025 drop.
• Expected to maintain utilitarian design with new materials aimed at durability.

The NikeCraft Mars Yard 3.0, Tom Sachs' latest collaboration with Nike, continues to build buzz in the sneaker and design communities — despite being under wraps for years. After the success of the Mars Yard 1.0 (2012) and 2.0 (2017), fans have been waiting for the next iteration.

Initial samples of the 3.0 were seen as early as 2020, featuring rugged tread, mesh panels, and Sachs’ signature design ethos: “tools, not jewels.” But a public controversy in 2023, involving allegations about Sachs’ studio environment, reportedly stalled the project and triggered an internal review at Nike.

As of now, Nike has not officially announced a release date, but multiple sources suggest a 2025 release is still in play, possibly limited in quantity like previous drops. Leaked images point to updated materials focused on performance and wearability — a nod to Sachs’ testing-based design process.

What We Might See in the Mars Yard 3.0:

• Earth-toned colorway with white mesh and beige/brown overlays.
• Improved sole traction designed for durability.
• Signature Tom Sachs branding and handwritten-style notes on the insole or tongue.
• Possibly a new box design and NikeCraft accessories.

Despite the delay, resale interest remains high. Pairs of Mars Yard 1.0 and 2.0 still fetch thousands on platforms like StockX and GOAT. If the 3.0 releases in 2025, it could reignite hype and re-establish the collaboration after a turbulent few years.