Nike Alternative can refer to a variety of different brands, including Keds, Asics, ADIDAS, and Avia. Keds is an American brand of canvas shoes that was founded in 1916. Asics is a Japanese brand of athletic shoes and apparel that was founded in 1949. ADIDAS is a German brand of sports clothing and accessories that was founded in 1924. Avia is an American brand of athletic shoes and apparel that was founded in 1979. All of these brands are alternatives to Nike, which is an American brand of athletic shoes and apparel that was founded in 1964.