Our bad for the long hiatus. School has been keeping us quite occupied. In the next couple of weeks, we’ll have some great holiday deals available on eBay. Most shoes are deadstock and $100 or less. Here’s a sample of what’s to come:
Props to retrourfeet on NT:
Here’s part of an interview with HOOP Magazine from April of 1997 where Mike talks about the creation of the Jumpman Logo.
“I wasn’t even dunking on that one. People think that I was. I just stood on the floor, jumped up and spread my legs and they took the picture. I wasn’t even running. Everyone thought I did that by running and taking off. Actually, it was a ballet move where I jumped up and spread my legs. And I was holding the ball in my left hand.”
Not many people know that the original idea for the photo shoot of the Jumpman came from an older photo of Mike in Life Magazine for the 1984 Olympics.
Okay, these are not sneaker-related but we think these prosthetics look amazing.
(If you think we’re straying too far away from meaningful content, the dude is wearing a pair of AJ IVs).
Via NikeTalk.
Now this is a RETRO shoe, a clean colorway that stays true to the OG model.
Via Hypebeast:
As a witness to the Chicago Bulls reign over the NBA in the 90’s, I can still remember Pip wearing those classic Nike air flights while terrorizing the opposition. In the latest series of flight lite high retros, we get a look at the Bulls reminiscent colorway featuring the all too familiar red/white/black colorway. Along with a high top feature, the kicks provide excellent ankle support and comfort for playing ball or simply just looking fly.
We generally don’t like the bulkiness of AF1s either but we gotta agree: these look fantastic (at least on our computer screens).
Words by hyrcollective:
I don’t know what’s wrong me but I think I want these Air Force 1s. I hate AF1s; They’re bulky, the midsole is so high it feels like a platform shoe, and most of the colourways are average to me. But I’m kind of digging this oxford pack and I don’t think I want to grow up and wear man shoes just yet. Like Hansel, oxford cloth is so hot right now and I’m a huge sucker for gum soles. The black pair is my favourite of the bunch as the the shades of red and blue are little too strong I think. The pack is a Tier 0 release slated for late September, time will tell if I come to my senses…
We’re not commenting so much on the new colorway but we gotta use our late pass for this: Nike, how’d you lose Jason Kidd?!
Bonus: Throwback Pic
Via Sneaker Files:
Jason Kidd may be past his days of being a former poster child for powerhouse sneaker company, Nike, but as he joins Shane Battier among other with Chinese brand Peak, Nike continues to put out his signature sneaker, Zoom Flight 95, in new color-ways. Appearing in a combination of obsidian, white and orange blaze, this color-way looks to pay homage to the New Jersey Nets, a team Jason Kidd spent a few seasons with. The sneaker consists of an obsidian upper, red accents and a white sole. The premium Zoom Flight 95 is now available at LTD Online.
Ca-leaaaaan!
Via Sneaker Files:
A few days ago we reported the Nike Mid-Autumn Festival Pack, a trio of sneakers inspired by the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival. The package consists of the Air Max 1, Blazer Mid, and Terminator High. Each sneaker is made up of metallic gold and red along with laser etched designs featuring the rabbit/hare, a significant icon in Chinese history. The sneakers really define premium sneakers at their best, which contributes to their high price tag. The Mid-Autumn Festival Pack is now available at RMK Store.
What happened to Nike Free’s? Oh yeah, they’re becoming hybrid-ardized. Here’s the latest creation.
Via Sneaker Files:
After initially getting a look at the Nike Free Court Trail Mid/Low, we get a more detailed view of the hybrid sneakers. The latest creation fuses the Court Force upper with the Free Sole, a popular choice among hybrid sneakers. The newly created Free Court Trail is available in Mid and Low cut forms and comes in two different color-ways for each cut. All four Free Court Trails are now available at Mita Sneakers.
This works! We love the striking tartan pattern with the neon blues. Now, here’s to hoping that the materials isn’t that cheap, crappy plastic-leather (we’re not holding our breath).
Via Sneaker Files:
With Summer coming to an end, Nike prepares their Fall line-up with the release of this Air Max Light Premium. Consisting of a black base complimented by a navy swoosh, a nice tartan pattern of red and light blue also appears on the toe box and ankle area. Furthermore, light blue re-appears on the laces, tongue, and sole to add a contrasting effect that plays out very well. Available now at Caliroots.
It’s almost official… the impending dread of starting school again is back. This colorway reminds us of the good ol’ days of coloring with crayons, recess, and Lunchables.
Via Hypebeast:
Tentatively dubbed the “Back to School” Dunk, here’s a preview at an upcoming release from Nike. In an almost tie-dye like fashion, the upper is marked by series of crayon doodles with yellow accents seen for the laces, swoosh and sole. Stay tuned for more details and what may perhaps be another pack of school-inspired sneakers.
With the Beijing Olympics (sadly) ending, Nike is releasing this GOLDEN colorway of the iconic AF1 tomorrow.
Via Sneaker Files:
The 2008 Beijing Olympics are coming to an end today and commemorate the games with this Closing Ceremonies Nike Air Force 1. Dressed in metallic gold, the upper is also composed of a black laces, lining, and tongue accents to compliment the Chinese inspired designs. Furthermore, the sneakers will be packaged in a black 08/08/08 box. Release is scheduled for August 25th. Via MILK with MSN.
This colorway resembles the iconic Concord XI colorway but of course, we’d rather have the XI model.
Via Hypebeast:
With it’s obvious resemblance to the AJ XI, the newest mash-up sneaker from the Jordan Camp continues where the Spizike model left off. The biggest difference in this silhouette though is the use patent leather and original retro colorways rather than over bearing the consumer with obscure color choices. Already having released the iconic black/red Chicago Bulls color scheme, the next release will come in an equally impressive white/black/concord, which is due to drop October 25th, 2008.
We’re suckers for vintage heat and we just recently stumbled upon Duneskate1’s auctions. These sneakers don’t come cheap but chances are, you’d be the only person on your block with some of these kicks.
Sounds fresh, especially the bespoke footwear.
Via Hypebeast:
Nike today announced the opening of its first Nike Sportswear retail store at 21 Mercer Street in SoHo, New York City, offering exclusive access to premium products, an elevated retail experience, and a new customization experience called Nike Sportswear Bespoke, where consumers can work with Nike designers to customize premium Nike Sportswear footwear.
“The NSW collection is steeped in Nike’s sports heritage and remixed with cutting edge engineering, craftsmanship, and modern design,” said Dermott Cleary, Vice President, Nike Sportswear. “We’re putting the best of our entire collection under one roof, in New York City, so consumers from all over the world can access it.”
Opening August 22nd, this stand-alone store will be the only location globally to carry the complete Nike Sportswear NSW collection, which includes seasonal exclusive 21 Mercer products.
We frickin’ love green.
Via Hypebeast:
Often times, good designs involve the use of unexpected materials, as in the case of these recently released Nike Aged Leather Court Force Hi. The shoe comes in all green with light-green aged leather on the sides and toe cap. The combination of different green materials definitely give the shoes a fresh and interesting look
Something a little different from the usual three stripes… we like the bridge between streetwear elements and cues from dressier shoes in this collabo.
Thoughts by h(y)r collective:
As most people have seen the second batch of the Adidas AZX collection have been leaked online, only days after the first round released. Basically Neighborhood murdered it. I’m honestly a little surprised that they were involved in the project, but it is THE best thing Adidas has done in recent history. The first round did quite well, with resellers getting around $300 for the certain models. Neighborhood took the less worn ZX 700 and turned it into a very Visvim-like piece of footwear. With what looks to be some nice leather and a very clean overall look, this is easily my top choice from the Adidas pack, followed by the Goodfoot model. I probably like the Neighborhood version the most because it doesn’t look like its Adidas. I did find the rest of the second pack to be a little lackluster and it will be hard for them to top the packaging that came from Huf and Goodfoot to accompany their releases.
Now there’s a seizure-inducing sneaker…
Via Sneaker Files:
From the shadows of Nike’s Olympic collection comes this Tuned x Air Max Plus. It comes from Nike’s more bright side featuring several colors patterned on the upper. The bright upper is finished off with a metallic gold swoosh and a white mid-sole that adds a nice effect.
Furthermore, Nike also offers more ways to express your style with the availability of several different colored laces that can be swapped in and out. Unfortunately, these Air Max Pluses are only available at European Foot Locker locations, but have appeared at online retailer’s web-stores including Bingo Runner.
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