Grails Secured!!!
When it comes to Melbourne sneaker history, the OG Galaxy Foams weren’t just a top-three sneaker release of the year 2012. They also signaled the moment sneaker culture broke into mainstream consciousness. The Yeezy 2, the LeBron X Cork, and the NBA All-Star Galaxy Pack, which included the OG Galaxy Foams, were the driving forces behind the sneaker explosion that year. Sneaker groups popped up everywhere, social media became a hub for sneakerheads. I know many of you became one during that era.
That year also brought me lifelong friendships within the sneaker community, making it even more special. The Galaxy Foams weren’t just a hyped release—they played a massive role in shaping sneaker culture and history in Australia. That’s why they’re such a grail for me. While I refused to pay the insane resale prices for the OGs, I was beyond grateful when Nike decided to bring them back. As expected, they sold out instantly, and I actually missed out! I won’t go into details about how I finally secured my pair, but let’s just say a little kindness these days goes a long way.
For me, the Galaxy Foams will always rank among the top five greatest Foamposite releases of all time. Now, let’s talk about the release itself. I’m beyond happy with how they turned out. From what I remember, the Galaxy Foams stayed true to the OG design. The official colorway is obsidian/Anthracite Black. From memory, the 2025 version might have a slightly more saturated Galaxy print and a darker toebox, but overall, the execution is spot-on. One of the coolest additions this time around is the special galaxy-print box and tissue paper—a nice touch from Nike. And yes they still glow in the dark!
Judging by this and the other fire drops this February, it looks like Nike is serious about reclaiming its top spot in the market. I just wish they had made more pairs!
Full disclosure: I never liked playing ball in Foams—they felt too heavy and slippery on the court. But on foot? They still look futuristic and fire, even today. Older Foams always ran small for me, but this pair fits perfectly true to size.
Since they’re completely sold out, your best bet is the aftermarket, where prices range from $600–$700 AUD depending on size. That’s a steal compared to the insane resale prices back in the day when people were trading stacks—or even cars—for them!
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