SneakGeekz Blog: July 2012

Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Nike SB Dunk Mid – Team Red – 2013

2013 is shaping up to be a great year for Nike SB, with endless colorways of the Dunk High Low and Mid. Seen here is a ‘Team Red’ colorway, featuring red uppers along with white accents, perforated side panels and a tumbled leather swoosh. Watch out for these to release next year and stick with Sneakertherapy for more news on Nike SB. Va NSB
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Nike Huarache Free Run “Industrial Orange”

Yeah we know that recent design breakdown of the Air Flight Huarache from 1992 has you pining for the original silhouette, but for the time being the modern upgrade of the lower style in the group pictured here is the one on shelves. The Nike Huarache Free Run has been kinda quiet as of late but the Nike Sportswear hybrid is hitting just now before the summer expires, rocking an orange based colorway that gets a touch of purple around the back heel clip. Click through to check out this Nike

20 Years Of Nike Basketball Design: Air Foamposite One (1997)

We’ve chronicled Nike Basketball’s trip back through the past twenty years over these past couple weeks and today we encounter the design that’s made more of an impact on the last few years than any other on the list. The Nike Air Foamposite One debuted in 1997 after a product meeting with Penny Hardaway left the star of the Air Max Penny 1 and II with absolute certainty that “This next shoe!” In fact, the Air Foamposite One was a Penny 2.5 of sorts, heavily influencing

LIVESTRONG x Nike Air Max 90 Hyperfuse Premium

It might be the newest and most technically advanced version of the former Air Max III Nike Sportswear has ever released, but this new style pictured above gets back to the roots of both the Air Max 90's original styles and the original LAF palette. This new LIVESTRONG x Nike Air Max 90 Hyperfuse arrives in a familiar mix of white/greys/black plus a vibrant accent color, and instead of Infrared or Laser Blue, these get the Varsity Maize shade so often connected to the releases whose

Nike Air Max 90 – Action Red – Obsidian

The Nike Air Max 90 is like many of the Swoosh Sportswear division’s foundational models in that it tends to release in informal packs with a few different colorways centered around a pattern or theme. Here’s a case where that tendency gets twisted just a bit as it takes nearly six months for this Action Red and Obsidian pair to arrive in the two-toned canvas build that black and Obsidian editions hit us with all the way back at Valentine’s Day. This one, ironically, would

Air Jordan XIV – Stealth – Black – Light Graphite – White | Unreleased Sample

The ‘Light Graphite’ release of the Air Jordan XIV last Holiday 2011 season could’ve been much different than expected – just peep this unreleased sample of the Air Jordan XIV here. While the sample features the same grey upper, the outsole is a mix of black and white, which could be viewed as a better fit considering the Air Jordan XIV’s design roots in Michael’s Ferrari. In fact, the outsole and heel of the Air Jordan XIV were originally scribed to mimic a racing tire – a

Nike Dunk Deconstruct Premium iD

The newest addition to the NIKEiD lineup available for online customization is a stripped-down casual take on one of Nike Sportswear’s pillars that unites a classic design with cutting edge LunarLon cushioning. The Nike Dunk Deconstruct Premium iD brings NL’d Highs and Lows to the Swoosh’s online customization platform where you can choose from a variety of conservative leather and suede shades. These Premium Dunk Decons come with autoclaved soles as have

Monday, July 30, 2012

Air Jordan 11 Retro “Bred” – Available Early on Ebay

If you’ve gone through the Space Jam, Cool Grey and Concord chaos, then you won’t have much trouble getting the Air Jordan 11 Bred..that is if you’re up on your connections. The Air Jordan 11 ‘Bred’ made thousands of individuals drop a whopping $310 back in 2008 with the CDP pack and now, most who passed on the pack are looking forward to cop a pair for $185. As troublesome as it may seem this Holiday season, You can always purchase this anticipated colorway months early. Buy

Air Jordan 12 – Josh Howard Mavs PE – Available

Very few players were honored with an Air Jordan 12 PE, like former Maverick Josh Howard who had a 6 year run with Dallas. For those who happen to be fans of the Air Jordan PE series, Josh Howard’s very own AJ 12 ‘Mavs’ colorway has arrived on Ebay. This very PE features the Dallas Mavericks team colors of Navy and White, with “J Ho 5? on the heel. Check out the listing and Click Here to Cop These
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Air Jordan 9 Retro – “Olive”

This holiday might be all about the Air Jordan 11 “Bred”, but let’s not forget about another classic that returns 10 years after its first retro. The Air Jordan 9 “Olive” is an original colorway in the AJ9 series, but it was never worn by Michael Jordan in any professional game. In fact, it is rumored that the Air Jordan 9 “Olive” was MJs “Least” favorite color out of the entire series. However for most of us, this classic colorway will surely be something to look forward to

Air Jordan 9 Retro – Johnny Kilroy Sample – Available

A good portion of the Jordan community were too young to remember the mysterious Johnny Kilroy persona but this fall, a special colorway paying homage to Michael Jordan’s alter ego will be released. It’s not known as to why Jordan Brand has decided to use a Metallic Silver and Red colorway but the concept itself is unique. Featured on the tongue is Johnny Kilroy, along with “Kilroy Kicks Butt” on the Insole. These release this Holiday but you can be one a few to own a sample pair, Buy

Nike Hyperposite – Black – Bright Crimson

The Hyperposite madness continues this summer with another colorway, following this past weekends Charcoal / Atomic Green combination that caught everyone’s attention. In addition to the “Atomic Green” Hyperposite, will be another colorway that sports a black upper and a deep crimson theme on the swoosh and sole. Stay tuned for a release date here on MN.
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Air Jordan 2009 “Rainbow Pack”

If you had the opportunity to be the divine maker of Air Jordans and took control of the helm at the Jordan Brand factory, what sort of colorways would you cook up? The Air Jordan Rainbow Pack is a good start, don’t you think? That set of samples (intended for display only) featured the first twenty-five Air Jordans built up in a tonal uppers and white outsoles, making for a color-blasted legacy of Air Jordan mania that certainly stirred up a wide range of opinions. Simply put, some liked

Nike Air Max 95 EM

While Nike Running has introduced a fresh new spin on footwear with the new FlyKnit releases, the Retro models won’t get a bit of rest as Spring 2013 will reintroduce the Nike Running heritage in a refreshed ‘Engineered Mesh’ construction. We’ve seen EM on the Air Max 1, 90, and 97, so here’s a first look at the Air Max 95 of that family tree; we can certainly expect the OG ‘Neon’ colorway to arrive in Spring 2013, with the Engineered Mesh comprising the

Air Jordan V – Toni Kukoc Home + Away PE’s

Toni Kukoc’s relationship with Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls has been an interesting one over the years. It took a while for the Bulls to get him stateside; they first drafted him 29th overall in 1990 but general manager Jerry Krause failed to woo him into making the move (Michael Jordan famously refused to help convince Kukoc, giving out the excuse of “I don’t speak no Yugoslavian”). While his stateside debut remained in limbo Michael and Scottie Pippen both got a chance at

Nike SB Dunk High – Team Red – Filbert

Right now the word “Filbert” probably reminds you the most of a certain crazy pair of Air Jordan VII’s on there way, but the is actually a Nike SB Dunk High coming down the pipeline that sports the shade as well (that’s the gummy look on bottom). That pair is pictured here, with a solid team red look on the upper that is diversified a little bit by the material switch up. Hit the jump to see some extra angles of this Nike SB Dunk High and keep it locked with Sneakertherapy for word on

Saturday, July 28, 2012

Air Jordan Golden Moment Pack

Will Team USA Basketball be celebrating their own personal ‘Golden Moment‘ when the Olympics come to a close on August 12th? We certainly hope that’s the case, because one week after London closes the door on the 2012 Olympics, Jordan Brand will release the Air Jordan Golden Moment Pack – a USA/Olympic-inspired duet of the Air Jordan VI and Air Jordan VII. It would certainly make for an…awkward situation if the only USA Gold in August comes in the form of sneakers, but Team USA has

Nike Air Max 95 – Grey – Blue – Yellow

Summer is almost over and the Fall colorways are starting to roll in for the Air Max series. Having previewed the Air Max 1 colorways for 2013, there’s still lot’s of colorways to look forward to this fall, like this upcoming 95 that features an “Entourage-esque” theme. The 95 sports a Black and Grey colorway, with Blue and Yellow taking over the sole and upper. These are available over at JD Sports.
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Nike Air Force 180 High – Orange – Purple – Gradient – Available

Nike heads always reminisce about the good ol pump days, but we all know the swoosh isn’t gonna give us the Old school concept just yet. However, they are bringing back the Air Force 180 high but without the good ol pump system. Seen here is a Suns like colorway, featuring a gradient midsole, switching from purple to orange. No word on when these will release but stay tuned to find out when. You can also Buy them Now
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Jordan Spizike – ‘Toro’ – New Photos

The upcoming crimson Spizike offers a colorway reminiscent of an Air Jordan 5 “Toro”, as deep red is featured on the uppers, along with black and grey accents. The upper is made of suede, while the toe and heel feature the classic cement print in red. These releases in the fall so stay tuned with Sneakertherapy for a release date. Via Sole Awesome
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Nike SB Dunk Low – Dark Obsidian – Gym Red – White

Nike SB serves up a colorway that coincides with the colors that represent the U.S in the Olympics. The Olympic themed SB Dunk Low is made up of nubuck and suede, displaying white laces for that US Flag feel, along with red swoosh’s. This pair is already available over at Kasina and soon in the U.S.
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Nike Zoom KD IV – Olympic – Release Reminder

The Olympic KD IV was perhaps the only USAB themed sneaker to recently surface, unlike the previous drops that made their online debut a few months before their actual release. Tomorrow, the Nike Zoom KD IV will be releasing in the Olympic colorway but for those wanting a guaranteed pair, Buy them Now
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“White/Varsity Red” Air Jordan IV

Jordan Brand has been very thorough with its releases of original Air Jordan colorways, bookended by the Air Jordan X ‘Chicago’ and Air Jordan XI ‘Bred’. But let’s not forget another OG colorway that’s hitting stores next weekend – the White/Varsity Red-Black colorway of the Air Jordan IV; it’s yet another true Retro release (exception: Jumpman on heel) so skipping out on these might not be the shrewdest move, so if your ’06 Mars joints are in dire need of retirement, look no

Friday, July 27, 2012

Nike Zoom Kobe VII “Gold Medal”

You’ve already seen how Kevin Durant will be celebrating in sneaker form in the event that Team USA manages the gold in basketball, but what about his Nike Basketball brethren Kobe Bryant and LeBron James? They’ll be taking part in the festivities as well, with the Nike Zoom Kobe VII seen here with a gold upgrade on the side Swoosh and on the speckled look that hits the heel clip. Click through with us to check out the pair, let us know if you prefer them to the more straightforward

Air Jordan – Gold Moments Pack – New Photos

Jordan Brand gave us a break in our pockets in July with very few retro’s that released but next month, It’ll be time to get back on the copping spree because the Air Jordan Gold Moments pack will be releasing. We haven’t seen a dual pack since 2008 and due to the Olympics taking place, JB serves up a special pack commemorating the Air Jordan 7 and Air Jordan 6. Both retro’s feature gold colorways, packaged in an American flag themed dustbag. Will you be picking these up? Let us know.

Nike Air Max 1 – Engineered Mesh – Burgundy

Nike continues the flow of remade classics in 2013, with a brand new silhouette that introduces a new make up for the Air Max 1. The series, dubbed Engineered Mesh, delivers a meshed out Air Max 1, combined with leather’s and suede. Seen here is a Burgundy colorway set to release next year, featuring the EM materials on the upper, along with a speckled midsole. Let us know if you’ll be copping these. Via AS
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Air Jordan Retro V.1 – White – Black – Gym Red

We’ve got OG colorups coming up for 2013 in both the original and a revised AJ1 silhouette, but you don’t have to wait to get in on that classic 1985 Chicago Bulls style. The Air Jordan Retro V.1 combines the Air Jordan Legacy’s left bookend with the casual appeal of a vulcanized sole plus corded laces that land you squarely in lifestyle territory. These opt for Gym Red instead of the traditional Varsity shade we most commonly associate with the Air Jordan Legacy, so click through to see

Nike Zoom Kobe Venomenon 3

Look familiar? Well, they really shouldn’t. We first showed you catalog images of the Nike Zoom Kobe Venomenon III in early June, but as we get a first look at an actual sample, we can only deduce that a) a major change was made from the beginning stages to sample production, or b) the two shoes are entirely different models. The overall profile of the shoes are similar, but the placement of the Swoosh has gone from forefoot (like in the Hyperdunk 2012s) to the center, but with the forefoot

Nike Air Force 1 Military “Raw Umber”

Duck boots, work boots, Foamposite ‘moon boots’; name a prominent boot style and chances are, the Air Force 1 can master that look. The AF1 High in particular has the right build for taking on these rugged styles, and even without the familiar velcro ankle enclosure, the theme on these makes you expect they would indeed be strapped. The Nike Air Force 1 High DCN Military Boot just arrived in a new Raw Umber mix of suede and canvas whose brass eyelets greatly enhance their

Nike Hyperposite Amare Stoudemire PE – Available on eBay

The latest Hyperposite to make noise in the sneaker world, was Amare Stoudamire’s PE that displays the New York Knicks colorway on the uppers, and his logo on the tongue. There’s no word on whether these are going to release but for those that like PE’s, You can purchase this Hyperposite now, Buy them Here
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Nike Zoom Rookie – Memphis Blues – Available Early

We’re still waiting on a release date for the upcoming ‘Memphis Blues’ Zoom Rookie, but for those who’d like to pick up a pair a bit early, a few sizes have ended up on Ebay. Those interested can, Buy them Now
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Nike Air Max Hyperposite – Dynamic Blue – Reflective Silver – Fireberry

The upcoming Nike Air Max Hyperposite is combination of Hyperfuse and Foamposite, or as Nike describes, Breathability and Containment. It should certainly bode well for those ballers who elevate off the hardwood at alarming speeds (which is why New York Knicks forward Amare Stoudemire received a sick PE colorway of the Hyperposite), but how will it perform as a ‘streetwear’ option? The Foam/Fuse upper paired with the full-length Max Air certainly sounds appealing, and this colorway of

Air Jordan 2010 – Georgetown Hoyas “Home” PE

It’s been a minute since we last showed you the Air Jordan XXV aka the Air Jordan 2010, so here’s a quick rundown of what went on with the shoe; the prominent feature (the big gaping hole on the upper) represented ‘transparency’ and Michael Jordan’s ability to ‘see through’ defenses – a skill that Jordan Brand found in Dwyane Wade. D-Wade was the official poster-boy for the Air Jordan 2012 before he moved on to his own signature Fly Wade line, leaving the post-2010 flagship

Thursday, July 26, 2012

Nike Air Max 95 BB – Black – Pine Green – Dark Grey – Wolf Grey

Reworked Air Max classics seem to be all the rage right now, with the releases of the Air Max 1 and 90 Hyperfuse in OG colorways taking the top spot of that category. So why doesn’t the Air Max 95 BB get as much love? It’s remade to today’s standards (not that the original build is anything to frown at), and the new 360 Max Air unit should provide all the comfort you need. Next Saturday, Nike Sportswear will drop a new Black/Pine Green colorway, so check out the extra angles below and

Nike Footscape Woven Chukka Motion “Wool” Pack

There hasn’t been much in the evolution of the Footscape from the mid-90's to now. The foot-form upper shape stays true to the original, leaving only the choice of material and outsole construction as the focal points of change, but that’s only a testament at how supremely designed the Footscape is – there is no vestigial feature on the shoe. The Footscape – originally a running shoe with an off-centered lacing system to reduce stress at key points on the foot – is now a NSW

Air Jordan IV 'Ballistic Sample' - Available on eBay

Air Jordan IV 'Ballistic Sample' - Available on eBay
The Air Jordan 4 UNDFTD is one of the most sought after colorways in the Air Jordan IV line. This sneaker first made it's debut in the mid 2000"s. Since then, there's been numerous versions that have made their way onto ebay, including a Ballistic sample. These rare Air Jordan IV can be a part of your collection.

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Nike Air Force 1 Low “Embroidery” Pack

Releasing on the ides of August (well, half a day prior) is the Nike Air Force 1 Low in three colorways dubbed the ‘Embroidery’ Pack. The three punchy colorways of Black/Turquoise Blue, Wolf Grey/Game Royal-Hot Punch, and Dark Grey/Imperial Purple-Total Orange are tied in place with the special embroidered Swoosh – a prominent feature on some of the more prized pieces like the Air Force 1 Low ‘Hong Kong’. Although these don’t have the hollow Swoosh or the satin eye-liner like that

Nike Roshe Run – Dark Royal – Team Orange | Available

Complimentary colors like red and green or yellow and purple cancel one another out when combined, but practically vibrate with intensity when placed side-by-side. Blue and orange have a particularly synergistic appeal, which is one way of accounting for why colorways based in that pairing are often so pleasing. This new Nike Roshe Run is no exception, its design a perfectly balanced mixture of casual style and comfort with a sporty edge that’ll keep you coming back all

Air Jordan 12 Low PE – Derek Anderson – PE – Available

Up for grabs on Ebay is a rare PE that belonged to former Portland Trailblazer Derek Anderson. The PE features the classic Black and Red colorway in a low cut, displaying “Loyal 1? on the heel, as well as DA 1 on the tongue. If you’re into Jordan retro PE’s, you’ll certainly want this for the collection. Buy them Here
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Nike Lunar TR1 LeBron James PE’s

It’s good to be King, but let’s not forget that LeBron James doesn’t simply wake up in the morning, roll out of bed and start dominating fools. We’ve seen other guys with tremendous athleticism fail to put the whole picture together, but with LeBron, it’s clear that his hard-earned experience informs not only a new found appreciation for the imagination-stimulating powers of a good book, but also a voracious appetite for offseason training. Friday’s

Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Air Jordan XII – Jimmy Rollins Home PE

While Philadelphia Phillies fans are likely stunned at the fact that their team, just one season removed from a 100+ win season, is sitting dead-last in their Division, the sight of Jimmy Rollins’ sick Air Jordan PEs should ease the painful reality that the Phillies’ reign on top might come to an early end (though the long-term signing of Cole Hamels gives the Phillies’ a solid lefty anchor in the rotation). The first PE that Rollins wore this season was the Air Jordan XII, but here we

Nike Eric Koston 1 – Anthracite – Black – Buff Gold

Eric Koston’s Nike Skateboarding signature sneaker is one of the cleanest pro models on the market, a design whose one-piece construction dictates relatively simple colorways. This latest design shows you what the Nike Koston One can do when all of its shades are from the same slice of the color wheel as Anthracite and black come together with Buff Gold accents on this smokey coalminer’s Koston 1. A solid no-nonsense colorway that represents the impending transition into colder

“Bred” Air Jordan IV (2012) – Available on eBay

It’s crazy to think that a design as beloved as the one pictured above could ever be overshadowed, but that’s just what’s happened with the ‘Bred’ Air Jordan IV Retro. The logical successor to the ‘Black Cement’ AJIII for this year’s Black Friday release has seen its stock in a holding pattern as the various Olympic styles give Jordanheads something special during the back-to-school season. Here’s a brief reminder that one of the greatest OG Air Jordan

Air Jordan 1 Phat GS – Matte Silver – Berry

The upcoming Air Jordan IX ‘Johnny Kilroy’ retells one of the most entertaining stories in Michael’s eventful career, when he and Nike teamed up to put a lighthearted spin on his early retirement in 1993. Johnny Kilroy was Michael in disguise, gaining recognition for his Jordan-like performances in semi-professional basketball games (that is, until the Bulls added Kilroy to their roster). That Silver/Black colorway of the Kilroy IXs is certainly one of the more anticipated newbie

Levi’s x Nike SB Dunk Low – Available on eBay

Collaborations have turned an interesting corner at some point in the last few years; Nike has moved on from local artists and niche brands to global brands like Levi’s, perhaps to bridge Nike Action Sports to much larger audience. The focus of the Levi’s x Nike SB capsule is surely the Nike SB Dunk Low, built with Levi’s-quality denim in a sick Black/Red colorway; Nike confirmed the release date of the Dunk Lows to be August 1st, but it appears a few spots have jumped the gun and

Nike Air Force 1 Mid – White – Metallic Silver

Thirty is the ‘pearl’ anniversary, but that doesn’t mean the venerable Air Force 1 shouldn’t also give us gifts of silver. We’ve seen a few of the 25th anniversary pairs from 2007 in this week’s Classic Revisited feature highlighting the AF1 High and now a new Nike Air Force 1 Mid arrives with that silver celebratory look that’s also one of the iconic summertime colorways. But can/should you only wear these between Memorial and Labor days, maybe even only during major anniversary

Nike LeBron 9 “Think Pink”

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The Nike LeBron 9 (undoubtedly the most illustrious chapter of the Nike LeBron saga) will come to a close fairly soon, but before LBJ and Nike celebrate ten years of magic with the Nike LeBron X, it appears that they may have one more trick up their sleeve. Here’s a look at the Nike LeBron 9 ‘Think Pink’; the ‘Think Pink’ campaign was created to raise breast cancer awareness and stands strong with the tonal pink colorway and the Kay Yow ribbon logo (seen on

Nike Air Penny 5 – Invisibility Cloak

The Nike Zoom Kobe VII “Invisibility Cloak” introduced one of the most unique concepts to ever be featured on a shoe and later this year, you can expect the color changing effects to be displayed on the Penny 5. Seen here is an all black penny 5 that features the Invisibility Cloak concept, on the midsole and outer linings of the shoe. Stay tuned for more news and a release date on the Nike Air Penny 5 – Invisibility Cloak. Via NT
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“Infrared” Nike Air Max 90 Hyperfuse QS – On-Foot Images

The Air Max 1 Hyperfuse just dropped in the iconic OG blue colorup and next on Nike Sportswear’s agenda is the best known red style for the former Air Max III. The Nike Air Max 90 Hyperfuse ‘Infrared’ is the latest in a long line of NSW reduxes including the Moire, Current and Huarache-infused hybrids and the upcoming ‘EM’ variation, but arguably the closest yet to that original masterpiece. The Infrared AM90 Fuse takes just a tiny bit of the shine off last

Nike Air Force 1 Bespoke by Johnny Balle

Last time someone from Sweden’s SneakersNStuff headed to New York to create a Nike Air Force 1 Bespoke design, they provided the world with a video tour of the 21 Mercer Bespoke experience. No such clip this time around but the visuals might be even better as Johnny Balle’s Bespokes come through with one of the more luxurious styles on record. Crafted entirely in a rustic waxed leather, these add more golden tones on the sockliner and gumsole, ivory laces

Jordan Spizike – Black – Yellow – Sample Available

Looks like Jordan Brand had plans on adding another Spizike, to the already insane line up that was served at the beginning of the year. Some might assume that this sample is relevant to the Livestrong theme, or perhaps a follow up to the ‘Thunder Pack’ but either way, this crazy colorway would’ve done well if it was released. For those interested in purchasing this amazing colorway in the sample version, you can Buy them Here
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Tuesday, July 24, 2012

Nike FlyKnit Trainer+ #FIRST2FLY USA Track & Field Trial

Truth be told, Nike perfect the ‘running shoe’ years and years ago, so whatever new innovations and engineering marvels that comes out of Beaverton is only going to raise your game. The latest advancement, introduced earlier this year, is FlyKnit – a weave of super-lightweight fibers that comprise one no-sew upper shell that maximizes fit and breathabililty. These two new #FIRST2FLY colorways made for Team USA for the Track & Field Final exemplify the unique nature of FlyKnit,

Nike Footscape Woven Chukka Motion “Rainbow” – Beige – White

The Footscape Woven was the perfect sneaker for the overlapping population of Footscape lovers and Woven fanatics (a rather large overlap), only most of the releases were super-limited collaborations by HTM and other notable labels while being exclusive to overseas accounts. The Footscape Woven has been a far less difficult pick-up over the last two years as they’ve been available at more U.S. accounts, and the upcoming duet of Beige and Black anchored by the sick rainbow-woven stripe should

Nike Air Classic BW – Wolf Grey – Sport Red

A Euro favorite that keeps a relatively low profile in the Nike Sportswear lineup while never fading into obscurity like some of its former flagship brethren, the Nike Air Classic BW is back with a new colorway that should ship next month. These Wolf Grey Big Windows have a classic varsity look that hearkens back to a time just before the Air Max IV debuted in 1991, and their aggressive yet neutral styling has the kind of tightwire balance

Nike Basketball “Team USA” iD Collection

USA Basketball has one more tune-up before the Olympics get underway, a finale against host Spain to wrap up the World Basketball Festival‘s Barcelona leg. Kevin Durant led the way with 27 points with Kobe and King James adding 18 and 15, respectively, and each of Nike Basketball’s big three rocked new patriotic pairs courtesy of the Swoosh’s online dream catcher. The Nike Zoom KD IV iD is united with the Zoom Kobe VII and LeBron’s Lunar Hyperdunk+ in

Monday, July 23, 2012

Counterfeit Air Jordans Destroyed in a Chemistry Lab

Nobody likes fake sneakers, so what do you do when you have a pair in your hands? Send it to the morgue in the most creatively appropriate way possible. Sneaker Freaker Germany helped out a couple of its readers who were unfortunately duped by fakes, sending their fake Concords and Spiz’ikes to the chemistry specialists over the University of Cologne. The fugazi pair of Concords were dipped in Liquid Nitrogen (what almost killed the T-1000 in Terminator 2: Judgement Day) for roughly

20 Years Of Nike Basketball: Air Force 180 Low

1992 – The Dream Team brings home the gold, Michael Jordan wins his 2nd Championship with the Chicago Bulls, and Nike Basketball releases endless amounts of iconic classics, like the Air Force 180. Originally a signature shoe for Charles Barkley, The Nike Air Force 180 remains one of the most memorable basketball sneakers to ever release in the 90's, and it turns 20 this year. Check out the details and story behind the Air Force 180 after the Jump.
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Air Jordan 11 Retro – ‘Bred’ – 2012

Last week, We gave you a teaser of the Air Jordan 11 Retro ‘Bred’ and to much surprise, the anticipated retro that first released in 1995, comes to light once again with a first look today. Sporting the iconic mesh and patent leather, the Air Jordan 11 Bred can also be seen displaying the classic white midsole, red sole, jumpman and the signature 23 on the Heel. Those who missed out on the CDP back in 2008, can look forward to the upcoming Air Jordan 11 come December and guess what? You

Nike Zoom Kobe VII FC Barcelona – Yellow – Blue – Available

There’s one more FC Barcelona Inspired Kobe VII that released on the same day as the ‘Mint Candy’ this past weekend, sporting a Yellow and Blue colorway. The colorway coincides with the Emblem colors of the FCB logo, and includes the shield behind the tongue. Those wanting to purchase, You can Buy them Now
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UNDFTD x Air Jordan IV – Ballistic Sample – Available

The Air Jordan 4 x UNDFTD is by far one of the most sought after colorways in the AJ4 line, since it’s debut in the mid 2000's. Since then, there’s been numerous versions that have made their way onto ebay, including a ‘Ballistic’ sample the owner calls ’1 of 1'. Will these samples be in your possession? Those with the guap can Buy Them Here
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Nike Zoom Rookie “Galaxy” – Release Info

Can it still be considered an All-Star Game sneaker if it releases so long after the fact? Sure there may be no real All-Star connection here, but what sneakerhead at this point doesn’t associate the galactic look with that event thanks to this year’s epic pack? We’ll let the community decide on that once the Nike Zoom Rookie ‘Galaxy’ does indeed arrive, something that should happen as soon as September according to Nike Sportswear heavyweight Gentry Humphrey. Stay with

Saturday, July 21, 2012

Nike SB Dunk Low Pro “Slate Blue”

The Nike SB Dunk Low pictured above in a combination of Slate Blue and Tar is close enough to the longtime Nike collaborator’s original SBs that many have started to call these ‘Futura 2' in reference to the March ’03s despite the fact that there was already a 2008 Dunk High SB carrying similar colors and an ‘Un-’ nickname. It’d probably take combining the two more recent styles to actually get close to the legendary New York graffiti artist’s

“Memphis Blues” Nike Zoom Rookie LWP – Available on eBay

If you take a look over at our extensive release dates page you’ll notice that there is indeed a Nike Zoom Rookie model dropping at the beginning of August. Which specific colorway that will be is uncertain at this point, but here’s to hoping we get our hands on the dipped ‘Memphis Blues’ pair pictured here. In recent weeks the sneaker has been battling it out with the likes of the matte red pair as far as singly blocked sneakers of this ilk, but we’ve gotta give the upper hand to

Nike Air Max Tailwind 96-12 – Black – Gym Red – White

Who wouldn’t want Nike to Retro all of it’s 90's sneakers in their original forms? One can wear gems like the above Air Max Tailwind ’96 without fear of a complete midsole destruction, but there’s an understandable hesitation with shoes like the Air Max Tailwind 96 12, which uses the latest Tailwind midsole cushioning. These mix-ups of old and new are something you need to get used to because it’s not stopping here, so if you’ve been waiting for the return of the ’96 edition of

Nike Blazer Mid PRM – Sail – Midnight Navy

British sneaker specialists Size? aren’t exactly shy when it comes to claiming their Nike Sportswear exclusives, but could they possibly be the ghostwriter behind this new Blazer release? It’s a reasonable question when you see the Nike Blazer Mid Premium in Sail leather, a VNTG-detailed style that Size? had dominated during that series’ four year run by offering the majority of its leather releases, including Sail joints with both royal and black Swooshes. So even if

Nike Eric Koston 1 “Gorge Green”

Nike Eric Koston 1
Eric Koston was raised in San Bernadino, California, but it’s his Thai heritage that’s more often a source of inspiration for Koston’s Nikes. You can see just a bit of ‘Cali’ on this latest Nike Eric Koston 1, though, a Gorge Green suede design whose white, brown and red sole evokes images of July 2004 Dunk Low SB Quickstrike based on the California state flag. A roughly inverted distribution of colors might earn these an ‘Un-’ designation, but the results

Nike Basketball “Volt” Pack – Release Reminder

After being pushed back a week, the Nike “Volt” pack will finally be releasing at select Nike retailers tomorrow. The pack consists of multiple classic Basketball shoes ranging from the 90's to the early 2000's, decked out in Black Nubuck, Leathers and a Vibrant Volt color. For those who want to scoop these up early, You can also Buy them Now
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Nike Air Zoom Huarache 2K4Volt/Volt-Volt-Black511425-700$140.007.21.12

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Nike Zoom Kobe VII “FC Barcelona” – Release Reminder

While it was Sneakertherapy that broke the news on the ‘FC Barcelona’ colorways of the Nike Zoom Kobe VII, Kobe Bryant himself actually jumped the gun on that breakthrough when he was spotted with the mysterious Aqua Blue/Orange colorway of the Nike Zoom Himself VII during a recent outing at his daughter’s soccer game. The reception to both Barcelona-inspired joints were widely positive, although the grunts and moans came when we confirmed both to be exclusive to European retailers.

Nike Zoom Stefan Janoski – Baroque Brown – Black – Birch

Has the Nike Zoom Stefan Janoski overtaken the immortal Dunk when it comes to popularity among skateboarders? The sheer number of Dunks that’ve accumulated over the past quarter-century-plus makes such a comparison nearly impossible if not downright silly. But when you consider how many pairs of Janoskis you’re likely to see on a given day about town and how long they’ve been around (about a tenth as long as the Dunk in general and a third as much time as the SB version), a

Nike Air Max 95 – White – Black – Obsidian – Yellow

You can always count on UK footwear juggernaut JD Sports to come through with some great exclusives, and it’s become clear that the Air Max 95 has become their weapon of choice. This brand new colorway combines white and black with a nice two-toned ‘KD IV Scoring Title‘ vibe with the blue and yellow, making for yet another can’t miss Air Max 95 release. Amidst all the remixed version of the 95 like the 95 BB and 95 NS, the classic still reigns supreme, so don’t miss out on these

Friday, July 20, 2012

Air Jordan 6 x Currensy – ‘Pilot Talk’ Custom

Are you about that Jet life? Then you’ll need a pair of El Cappy’s latest Air Jordan 6 Customs. Using the artwork from Curren$y’s “Pilot Talk” Album from 2010, El Cappy whips up a perfect rendition adding jets, imagery and all things Green and Black on the upper. Let us know if you’re feeling this custom.
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Nike Air Force 1 Low Foamposite – Metallic Silver

Back in 2010, the first Nike Air Force 1 x Foamposite Hybrid made it’s debut with the Metallic Silver colorway, that was then followed by a Black and White colorway that released a few months after. The hybrid finds itself back in 2012 just in time for the 30th anniversary of the Air Force 1, sporting a lower cut, bigger swoosh and a complete make over on the uppers. Featured on this Air Force 1 Low, are Foamposite Uppers, Jewel like swoosh, Supreme sole and small blue accents on the tongue.

Nike Air Max 90 – Black – Orange

It’s hard to keep up with the infinite amount of Air Max 90's being previewed and released, but for the avid fans of the classic runner, You’ll have to make room because this Fall and Spring will deliver a few colorways you won’t be able to resist. Another colorway from the upcoming Essential Pack, is the Black / Orange Air Max 90 that features a black leather upper, orange accents and tad bits of white on the midsole. Let us know if you’ll be picking these up. Via inflammable
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Air Jordan VII “Olympic” – Release Reminder

If you’re in the game ‘for the love of sneakers’, then there’s no reason not to cop tomorrow’s release of the Air Jordan VII ‘Olympic’, even if you managed to get your hands on the 201o ‘for the love of the game’ release. This marks the second Olympic-inspired Air Jordan release of the month (just two weeks ago we were treated to the re-release of the 2000 version of the Olympic Air Jordan), but remember this is the only version that Michael wore during the ’92 Dream

Nike Lunar Hyperdunk+ – Wolf Grey – Black

The Lunar Hyperdunk launched globally in late June, but we’re still getting a nice channel of new colorways that continue to build up the hype – like this brand new Wolf Grey/Black colorway. The matte finish paired with the Wolf Grey paintjob give these Hyperdunks a supremely ‘futuristic’ appeal – almost like a variant to the space-travel themed ‘Galaxy’ releases in February. It’s likely we’ll see Tony Parker and/or Manu Ginobili wear these come the 2012-13 NBA Season as it

Nike Air Penny 5 – “Orlando” – Available on Ebay

Continuing with the Penny Hardaway legacy is the long rumored Nike Air Penny 5 that makes it’s debut this year, 14 years after the Penny 4 that released in 1998. One of the colorways making it’s way to retailers in November, is the signature ‘Orlando’ colorway that is usually added on to Penny line up and it’s available early for those who don’t want to wait. You can purchase them now on Ebay. Buy them Here
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Nike Air Penny V ‘Orlando’Black/White-Game

Nike Air Trainer III + Air Jordan VI Batman Boots

The success of Christopher Nolan’s modern trilogy has taken Batman’s popularity to new heights and we’ve seen a variety of Dark Knight-inspired colorways over the past several years, and as the world prepares for the worldwide premiere of The Dark Night Rises at midnight, it’s worth looking back to how the superhero saga and the history of sneakers intertwine. The connections between the Beaverton and the Caped Crusader stretch all the way back to the Tim Burton era of Batman films,

Nike Air Max Pillar “Pine Green”

To be considered a ‘pillar’ of one’s community, a person must be among their community’s key contributors, an outstanding example of an upstanding citizen. And while the late ’90s Nike Sportswear training retro pictured above can certainly claim to offer unique value, the ‘pillar’ designation should imply some regular appearances, right? Lucky for fans who remember its first run, the latter will finally be true as the Nike Air Max Pillar returns for the first time and reminds us

Thursday, July 19, 2012

Jordan Spizike – Toro Red

Jordan Spizike
Styled up in similar colors as the Air Jordan 5 Retro from the ‘Toro Bravo’ pack, comes a Spizike that features a deep red suede colorway, accented in black. For those that remember the Air Jordan 5 Dual pack that released back in 2009, the Air Jordan 5 from that very same pack can be easily compared with the upcoming Spizike. Will you be copping these when they drop? Let us know. Via Sole Up

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