Patta Air Max 1: Waves Noise Aqua Release & 2009-2010 Archive Guide
The Patta Air Max 1 Waves Noise Aqua (style code DH1348-004) released on October 29, 2021, at the Amsterdam boutique. Global pairs followed on Nike SNKRS on November 5, 2021, for $160 retail. Even during the fall season, collectors were catching some waves as the pair echoed $1,800 to $6,000 grails from 2009 and 2010.
- 2021 Waves Release Dates: Noise Aqua dropped on October 29, 2021 (boutique) and November 5, 2021 (SNKRS) at $160 retail.
- Boutique Heritage: Edson Sabajo and Guillaume Schmidt founded the Amsterdam store in 2004 and debuted their first Nike runner in 2006.
- 2009 Anniversary Grails: The 2009 Chlorophyll ($1,808 resale), Denim ($1,840), and Purple Denim ($4,900) retailed for $110 to $120.
- 2010 Archive Peak: The March 13, 2010 Parra Cherrywood collaboration averages $6,000 alongside the $1,800 Lucky Green.
How Did the Amsterdam Boutique Start Collaborating With Nike?
Entrepreneurs Edson Sabajo and Guillaume Schmidt founded their Amsterdam sneaker boutique in 2004. They opened the shop to bring rare footwear to the Dutch streetwear community. The founders named the storefront after the Surinamese slang word for shoe, honoring their cultural heritage. Within two years of opening in 2004, they earned an official Nike design partnership.
In 2006, the two-year-old shop released its first collaborative runner, the Air Max 90 Homegrown Grass. That 2006 green perforated suede release established the Amsterdam label as a premier European tastemaker. Readers exploring the wider 2021 Air Max revival can see how boutique partnerships restored collector excitement.
Following the 2006 debut, Sabajo and Schmidt celebrated their fifth anniversary in 2009 and 2010. That celebration produced five ultra-limited 1987 runners that became holy grails. Twelve years after 2009, the 2021 Waves collection introduced younger buyers to Amsterdam’s footwear storytelling.
What Makes the 2021 Patta Air Max 1 Noise Aqua Design Stand Out?
The 2021 Noise Aqua colorway (style code DH1348-004) replaces the flat mudguard with a wave-shaped nubuck panel. Dropping shortly after the October 2021 Monarch orange pair, the Noise Aqua edition uses Pure Platinum mesh. Bright aqua overlays wrap the upper while pre-aged Sail midsoles frame the $160 retail build.
First released on the boutique’s Shopify domain on October 29, 2021, the pair arrived on SNKRS on November 5, 2021. Both drops carried a $160 retail price. Select boxes included a silver and Surinamese-flag charm bracelet alongside cream and aqua laces. According to StockX Noise Aqua market data, pairs traded near 2x the $160 retail price at $320.
An embroidered mini-Swoosh sits on the lateral forefoot wave crest. That detail echoes the coveted 2009 and 2010 anniversary editions. Custom tongue woven labels and printed insoles complete the 2021 collaborative package.
Why Are the 2009 and 2010 5th Anniversary Colorways Worth Up to $6,000?
The 2009 and 2010 5th Anniversary releases command $1,800 to $6,000 on resale markets due to tiny production numbers. The series opened on September 29, 2009, with the 5th Anniversary Green (Chlorophyll), which retailed at $110. That green release now averages $1,808 in resale, while the 2009 5th Anniversary Denim pair averages $1,840.
Rare tier-zero drops followed on December 1, 2009, with the Purple Denim edition retailing at $120. That Purple Denim pair now averages $4,900 on secondary sneaker platforms. On January 1, 2010, the black ballistic mesh Lucky Green pair launched at $120 retail and averages $1,800.
The pinnacle arrived on March 13, 2010, when Dutch artist Piet Parra joined the shop for the burgundy suede Cherrywood. Limited to roughly 258 pairs worldwide, the StockX Parra Cherrywood listing records an average resale price of $6,000. Heavy selvedge denim and plush suede made the 2009 and 2010 pack legendary.
| Collaboration Edition | Release Date | Original Retail | Average Resale Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5th Anniversary Green (Chlorophyll) | Sep 29, 2009 | $110 | $1,808 |
| Purple Denim Tier-Zero | Dec 1, 2009 | $120 | $4,900 |
| Lucky Green Ballistic Mesh | Jan 1, 2010 | $120 | $1,800 |
| Parra Cherrywood (394805-600) | Mar 13, 2010 | Boutique Only | $6,000 |
How Do 2009 and 2021 Resale Prices Compare After Platform Fees?
Comparing net payouts across the 2009 grails and the 2021 Waves pack shows how platform fees affect sneaker transactions. The November 5, 2021 Noise Aqua pair ($160 retail) trades around $320 (2x retail). Meanwhile, the 2009 and 2010 pairs clear between $1,800 and $6,000. Sellers evaluating aftermarket channels must account for percentage commissions on four-figure sales.
According to the eBay athletic shoe fee policy, sneakers priced at $150 or more incur an 8% final value fee. On a $320 Noise Aqua sale, that 8% fee deducts $25.60, leaving a $294.40 net payout. On a $1,840 sale of the 2009 5th Anniversary Denim pair, an 8% deduction leaves $1,692.80 net.
For rare pairs like the $4,900 Purple Denim or $6,000 Cherrywood, an 8% fee equals $392.00 to $480.00. Even after those deductions, the 2009 and 2010 editions remain among the highest-valued runners ever sold.
| Model Edition | Retail Price | Gross Resale Ask | eBay Net (8% Fee) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Waves Noise Aqua | $160 | $320 | $294.40 |
| 2009 5th Anniv. Denim | $110 | $1,840 | $1,692.80 |
| 2009 Purple Denim | $120 | $4,900 | $4,508.00 |
| 2010 Parra Cherrywood | Boutique | $6,000 | $5,520.00 |
How Does the Wavy Mudguard Reshape Tinker Hatfield’s 1987 Runner?
The 2021 wavy mudguard alters the profile of Tinker Hatfield’s 1987 runner while keeping its original foot last. On standard 1987 and 2009 builds, a horizontal synthetic or denim rand wraps evenly above the midsole. On the 2021 Monarch and Noise Aqua pairs, three rising peaks dip and crest along the quarters.
By curving the mudguard into undulating crests on the 2021 Waves collection, the Amsterdam design team modified the 1987 silhouette’s proportions while honoring the mini-Swoosh heritage of 2009.
Beneath the upper, the shoe retains the visible heel Air-Sole window first introduced in 1987. A classic waffle-pattern rubber outsole provides reliable grip on urban pavement. Wearers report that the 2021 DH1348-004 Noise Aqua fits true to standard men’s sizing. Open-cell silver mesh across the toe box breathes better than the heavy denim used in 2009.
How Can Collectors Navigate SNKRS Draws and Shopify Releases?
Collaborations from the Amsterdam boutique follow a two-stage rollout, dropping on Shopify before launching on Nike SNKRS. As explained in the official Nike SNKRS draw rules, randomized 10-minute selection windows notify winners after the countdown closes. Preparing verified accounts in advance is essential when targeting $160 retail collaborations.
For the initial Shopify boutique drop, checkout software such as Valor AIO, Cybersole, Stellar AIO, The Shit Bot, and NikeShoeBot manages multi-task carting workflows. Readers can consult our Nike bot comparison guide and our sneaker bot setup guide to configure proxies and task delays properly.
Combining Shopify domain monitoring with entries listed in our retail sneaker buying guide covers both release dates. Whether chasing a $160 Waves colorway or tracking archive pairs from 2009, preparation separates retail buyers from resale markups.
Did all 2021 Noise Aqua pairs include the silver charm bracelet?
No, while initial October 29, 2021 boutique boxes and early November 5, 2021 SNKRS pairs included the co-branded charm bracelet, select regional retail allocations shipped in standard boxes without the bracelet.
Which 2009 or 2010 Amsterdam collaboration is the rarest?
The March 13, 2010 Parra x Patta Cherrywood (style code 394805-600) is the rarest edition at roughly 258 pairs worldwide, trading at a $6,000 resale average ahead of the $4,900 Purple Denim.
