Nike Foamposite One 'Tianjin 2.0': The Grail Returns

By SneakersBook Team

The Nike Air Foamposite One "Tianjin 2.0" brings back one of the rarest Foamposites ever made. The 2015 original was a regional grail most collectors only saw on resale; this $250 retro finally puts the design in front of a wide audience.

What you need to know

  • US release: June 4, 2026 (launched May 10 in China)
  • Price: $250
  • Style code: IR2078-100
  • Colorway: White/Light Poison Green/Black/Lava Glow/Tour Yellow
  • Where it dropped: Nike SNKRS, plus a SNKRS Pass at Nike The Grove in Los Angeles on June 12

What it means

The Tianjin name carries weight. The original Foamposite One "Tianjin" landed in 2015 as an ultra-limited regional release and climbed into grail territory almost immediately, trading well above retail for years. The shell is the reason: it is covered in Chinese-inspired artwork, including lotus flowers and carp, with references to the Fuwa mascots from the 2008 Beijing Olympics. The 2.0 keeps that detailing but brightens the build, swapping some darker accents for clean white around the collar and interior. For longtime Foamposite collectors, this is a chance to own a version of a pair that was effectively unobtainable a decade ago.

Is it worth holding?

The 2.0 is a wider release than the 2015 pair, so it will not be as scarce, and that caps the upside compared to the original. The pull here is the design and the lineage, not a guaranteed flip. If you landed a pair, log the style code (IR2078-100) and your purchase value, and store it carefully, since Foamposite shells and icy soles both age. Our guide on preventing yellowing and sole rot covers the storage side, and when to sell versus hold covers the decision later.

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Frequently asked questions

When did the Nike Foamposite One Tianjin 2.0 release?
It launched May 10, 2026 in China and arrived in the US on June 4, 2026, with a SNKRS Pass at Nike The Grove in Los Angeles on June 12.
How much does the Foamposite Tianjin 2.0 cost?
It retails for $250. Style code IR2078-100 in the White/Light Poison Green/Black/Lava Glow/Tour Yellow colorway.
What is the story behind the Tianjin Foamposite?
The original dropped in 2015 as an ultra-rare regional release and became one of the most coveted Foamposites ever. The 2.0 revives that design for a wide audience.
What does the Tianjin artwork represent?
The Foamposite shell carries Chinese-inspired artwork including lotus flowers and carp, with nods to the Fuwa mascots from the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
Where can you buy the Foamposite Tianjin 2.0?
It released through Nike SNKRS and select retailers. With the drop now passed, check StockX and GOAT, and verify style code IR2078-100 before buying.

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