Nike Caitlin 1 Sold Out Fast: How to Still Buy It
The $140 Nike Caitlin 1 sold out within minutes of its Oct. 1, 2026 launch. Learn where to still buy it, what resale platforms charge, and how to avoid overpaying.
Caitlin Clark's first signature shoe sold out in minutes, here's how you can still buy
Caitlin Clark's first signature shoe sold out in minutes, here's how you can still buy: check lingering stock at retailers like Dick's Sporting Goods, or buy on resale platforms StockX, GOAT, and eBay, where the $140 Nike Caitlin 1 (launched Oct. 1, 2026) was already listing around $188 to $300. Expect to pay a premium over retail if you missed the drop.
Why did the Nike Caitlin 1 sell out so fast?
The launch combined three forces: rare-air sneaker demand, Clark's mainstream popularity, and the novelty of a Nike signature shoe for a WNBA star. Clark is only the fifth active WNBA player to land that kind of deal, which made the debut a collector moment, not just a performance release.
The shoe dropped on Oct. 1, 2026 in two colorways, Caitlin Blue and Warning Code. Reports say many sizes were gone within minutes, and the release nearly emptied out within about two hours. You can read more about Clark's career on her Wikipedia page.
Where can you still buy the Nike Caitlin 1?
Two realistic paths remain if the shoe is sold out in your size:
- Lingering retail inventory. Select retailers such as Dick's Sporting Goods may restock odd sizes or show returned pairs. Check early, often, and across store locations, not just the main product page.
- Resale platforms. StockX, GOAT, and eBay list verified pairs, but at a markup. Early listings appeared around $188 to $300 versus the $140 retail price.
On resale, confirm the platform authenticates the shoe, read the return policy, and compare recent sold prices (not just asking prices) before you commit.
How much does the Nike Caitlin 1 cost on resale?
Adult sizes retailed for $140 at launch. In the first hours after selling out, resale listings for the Nike Caitlin 1 ranged from about $188 to $300, a premium of roughly 35% to 115% over retail. Prices on hyped sneakers often spike at launch and settle in the weeks after, so patience can lower your cost if you do not need the shoe immediately.
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Trends FAQ
When did the Nike Caitlin 1 release?
The Nike Caitlin 1 launched on Oct. 1, 2026 in the Caitlin Blue and Warning Code colorways, and it sold out very quickly, with many sizes gone within minutes.
How much is the Nike Caitlin 1?
Adult sizes retailed for $140. After selling out, early resale listings on StockX, GOAT, and eBay ran about $188 to $300, a premium over retail.
Where can I still buy the Nike Caitlin 1?
Look for lingering stock at retailers like Dick's Sporting Goods, or buy a verified pair on resale platforms such as StockX, GOAT, and eBay, where prices sit above the $140 retail.
Is Caitlin Clark the first WNBA player with a signature Nike shoe?
No. Clark is only the fifth active WNBA player to receive a signature Nike deal, which is part of why the Caitlin 1 drew such strong demand at launch.
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