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Most Valuable Kicks: A Complete History of LeBron James’ MVP Sneakers

By
Mario Briguglio
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On the wake of the LeBron X sneaker release we take a look back at all of King James’ MVP kicks.

Lebron 6 MVP:
NBA Year: 2008-09
Retail:$150
Style Code: 386735 101
Color-way: white/black-metallic gold

The very first of the LeBron MVP series was a fairly simple shoe but still a has magnificent design. White dominates the upper with black detailing around the base featuring the word “Witness” across the back heel tab, 08 on the left shoe and 09 on the right on the heel area and “Wit” written across the left shoe strap and “Ness” across the right. The shoe also has gold accents on the tongue and ankle area.

LeBron 7 MVP:
NBA Year: 2009-2010
Retail: $160
style code: 383578 102
Color-Way: white/bronze-team red-wolf grey

Second ring, Second shoe
The LeBron 7 “MVP” was modeled after one of LeBron letterman jackets as you can see with the fabric on the side. It has a white leather base featuring the fabric and a gold swoosh with a crimson outline. It features the words “witness” on the left shoes back heel tab and “history” on the right. The inside back of the shoe also features the letters MVP stacked on top of each other stitched into the fabric.

LeBron 9 MVP
NBA Year: 2011-2012
Retail: $450 (Pack)
style code: 576155 600
Color-way: multi-color/multi-color

While every LeBron MVP had a limited release only one came in a pack. This pack was to commemorate King James’ third most valuable player award and his first ring. The MVP shoe was worn by LeBron in game 1 vs the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Nike LeBron 9 Elite “South Beach” features team colors with ures striking team colors a gradient fade from red to black with yellow detailing.

LeBron X MVP:
NBA Year: 2012-2013
Retail:$200

Last but certainly not least the LeBron X “What The MVP”. This shoe combines unique colorways of many different shoes in the LeBron X series. The tongue features the letters MVP on top of each other. The rest of the shoe is multicolored and features different colors and patterns throughout the shoe.

Shoe Forecast: A Comparison on Two “Weatherman” Shoes

By
Mario Briguglio
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The Nike Air Foamposite One “Weatherman” emerged a few weeks ago. It comes a little over a year after Kevin Durant’s “Weatherman” shoe. The Foamposite was inspired by the Nike Zoom KD IV so a comparison is only right.

Nike Zoom KD IV
Stadium Green/Volt-Black-Team Orange
December 10th, 2011
$95

In early December 2011 the KD IV “Weatherman” popped on the scene and received instant hype. The reason behind the design is that when Kevin Durant was a young boy he wanted to be a meteorologist and out came this shoe. Green covers the entire upper and the back heel features orange and yellow in a rain doppler radar design signaling rain is on its way. The same type of pattern can be seen on the translucent sole.

Nike Air Foamposite One
Jetstream/Black-Gamma Blue-White
575420-100
August 31st, 2013
$235

Foamposites usually carry a bunch of hype and one of the next foams set to release are the “Weatherman” foams. The shoe features some of the same detailing as the KD IV such as the rain doppler radar on the back side of the shoe. The radar uses blue, green, and red instead of the KD IV’s orange and yellow. The main base is white instead of green and hints of black all around the shoe. The shoe also features lightning bolts and tornado on the back pull tabs and liner compared to the cloud, sun, and lightning bolt on the insole of the KD IV.

The two shoes shares similarities and differences, how do you think it compares to the KD VI and will you be copping this model?

The Reverse Classic

By
Mario Briguglio
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The Air Jordan “Black Grape” will make its debut on Saturday, June 15th 2013. The iconic “Grape” 5 retroed in May of this year, with a white leather upper and the grape purple mid-sole with hints of emerald. The black grapes brings a darker look to the what we call grapes.

The “Black Grapes” features a smooth nubuck like upper, similar to the Cav 4’s that released earlier in 2012. Some people refer to these as the “Aqua’s” because of the similar color way as the retro 8 which is rumored to release later this year. On the “Black Grapes”, you still have your grape purple mid-sole with the same hints of emerald as the original grapes, as well as the icy blue tinted bottom.

No matter what you decide to call these, will you decide to cop or drop? How do you see these in comparison to the original color way of the grapes? Let us know what you think, comment below.

Air Jordan 5 Retro
Black/New Emerald-Grape Ice-Black
136027-007
June 15th, 2013
$160

Lets Welcome Pascal and Jalen to the Sneaker Bar Family

By
Mario Briguglio
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Its hard for us to believe that Sneaker Bar Detroit is only two years old. I can still remember when our website was getting about 500 views a month and it felt great knowing that 500 people came to us for their sneaker news. Today we have over 600,000 monthly views with plenty of growth left. We are extremely thankful to all our readers.

Today we are welcoming Pascal and Jalen to the Sneaker Bar family. These two young guys have reached out to us because they felt they could provide our readers with great articles and content. We wanted to give them the opportunity to show off their skills.

Pascal and Jalen might be young, but they have plenty of sneaker knowledge and love for sneakers. Keep an eye out for their articles on a daily basis and show your support!

What are your Top 5 sneakers in your closet right now?
[one_half last=”no”]Pascal:
Playoff 12
Hare 1
What The Kobe
Concord 11
Gold Medal KD IV[/one_half]

[one_half last=”yes”]Jalen:
Xmas KD V
Kobe VII “Christmas Cheetah”
Air Jordan V “Wolf Grey”
Air Jordan VI “Olympic”
Air Jordan XII “Playoff”[/one_half]

What are your Top 5 sneakers that you would do anything to get?
[one_half last=”no”]Pascal:
Toro Bravo 5
What The MVP Lebron X
Nike SB ‘Paris’
Space Jam 11
Lebron 7 ‘China’ [/one_half]

[one_half last=”yes”]Jalen:
LeBron VII “MVP”
LeBron IV “Fruity Pebble”
Nike Air Mag
Air Jordan 1 “Banned”
Air Jordan XVI “Ginger”[/one_half]

Why do you guys love sneakers so much?

Pascal:
I love sneakers just like NBA players love the game of basketball. It’s my sport, it’s what I do. I love each and every one of my sneakers because they have a story behind them. It’s like every time I get a pair of sneakers, a rush goes through my body. I love the camp outs as well, I always meet new people and I get to hear other people’s stories. You would be surprised at how many people I share the same exact story with.

Jalen:
Growing up my grandma always bought me all the Jordans. As I got older I kept rocking Jordans and eventually branched out to all types of shoes. The love of all the different designs and vast variety just kind of got me. Sneakers are like an art and thats why I love them.

[Release Reminder] Reebok Question “Summer Canvas Pack”

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Mario Briguglio
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Tomorrow the Reebok Question “Summer Canvas Pack” is set to debut to select retailers. The pack includes a Blue, Black and Red model each built in a canvas upper sitting atop a White midsole. Let us know if this “Summer Canvas Pack” is a Cop or Pass?

Reebok Question Mid
Dark Royal/White-Reebok Brass
V47664
June 7th, 2013
$135

Reebok Question Mid
Black/White-Reebok Brass
V47663
June 7th, 2013
$135

Reebok Question Mid
Red/White-Reebok Brass
V47665
June 7th, 2013
$135

Air Jordan XX8 – Flight Plate

By
Mario Briguglio
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The Air Jordan XX8 might be hated on due to the style look, but for those that ever played ball in them will have nothing but good things to say; thanks to the Flight Plate. In the words of Jordan Brand, “Exploded view of our Flight Plate. Translation? This next-level responsiveness results in next-level game.” Don’t be scared to try something different on the court.

Source: Jumpman23

Li-Ning Way of Wade Encore “Announcement”

By
Mario Briguglio
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Dwyane Wade’s Li-Ning Way of Wade brand has been a huge success in China, but they have yet to officially release in the states. Here is a detailed look at the Li-Ning Way of Wade Encore “Announcement” that D.Wade has been rocking during the NBA Playoffs. Check out the images below and stay tuned to Sneaker Bar for any indications on a US release.




Source: AK

New Balance 574 “High Roller Pack”

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Mario Briguglio
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Here is a preview look at the upcoming New Balance 574 “High Roller Pack”. Featuring two nubuck models in either a Purple or Black colorway with Leopard liners that will be debuting to the states later this year. Check out the images below and stay tuned to Sneaker Bar for more updates.



Source: atmos

Nike Zoom Revis “Pitt” Denim – Release Info

By
Mario Briguglio
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In addition to the preview images of the Nike Zoom Revis “Pitt” Denim we shared this morning, we now have some release info. Inspired by the University of Pittsburgh that features a Blue denim base with Gold detailing. No date has been set on a release, but they are expected to debut at 21 Mercer later this year. Stay tuned to Sneaker Bar for more updates.




Source: JohnGeiger

PEAK Team Lightning “Finals” Tony Parker PE

By
Mario Briguglio
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Game 1 of the NBA Finals is going down tonight, and Tony Parker is set to debut his PEAK Team Lightning “Finals” PEs. Here is a look at two versions one features a White base with the other sporting a full Red colorway. Be sure to check his footwear out in Game 1 to see what colorway he will debut first.




Source: AK

Air Jordan 11 Low White/Black-Red – Releasing in Family Sizes

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Mario Briguglio
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Jordan Brand will be debuting a brand new Air Jordan 11 Low this weekend in a full family size run down. Featuring a Black mesh base with White patent leather wrapping and True Red accents throughout. Look for these to debut Saturday, June 8th, 2013 to select Jordan Brand accounts like Premier.

Air Jordan 11 Low
White/Black-True Red
528895-110
June 8th, 2013
$140



[Release Reminder] Nike Kobe 8 System “Mambacurial”

By
Mario Briguglio
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The Nike Kobe 8 System “Mambacurial” inspired by Cristiano Ronaldo’s Nike Mercurial Vapor IX. Look for these to debut at select Nike Basketball retailers tomorrow at 8AM EST, including Nike Store.

Nike Kobe 8 System MC – Twitter link ONLY
Red Plum/Electric Green-Pink Flash
615315-500
June 7th, 2013
$140

“Pink Snakeskin” Air Jordan 11 Low GS

By
Mario Briguglio
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This weekend the “Snakeskin” Air Jordan 11 is set to debut, but only in GS sizes. The “Pink Snakeskin” Air Jordan 11 Low GS features a White lather base with Pink Snakeskin detailing sitting atop a translucent outsole. Look for these to debut Saturday, June 8th, 2013 at select Jordan Brand accounts, including Foot Locker.

Air Jordan 11 Retro Low
White/Black-True Red
528895-110
June 8th, 2013
$110



Nike Makes “Medical Mamba” Kicks for Kobe Bryant

By
Mario Briguglio
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As Kobe Bryant rehabilitates his torn achilles, Nike designed a special “Medical Mamba” sneakers for the Black Mamba that features extra comfort. As he rehabs, Kobe Bryant has been spotted rocking his “Medical Mamba” thanks to Nike that you can peep out below.

Nike Mag “Iron Mags” Custom

By
Mario Briguglio
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Mache Customs nows moves on from the Nike LeBron X “Iron-Man” Custom to design his latest sick Nike Mag “Iron Mags” Custom. Inspired to look exactly like Iron Man’s boot, which it does finished with LED lighting. Check out the looks and let us know if these are DOPE or NOPE?

Nike Air Pegasus ’83 SD

By
Mario Briguglio
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Nike Sportswear is celebrating the Nike Air Pegasus ’83 30th anniversary with some new colorways set to drop. Here is a look at another one that is slated to debut this July 2013 that features a Grey and Navy base with Red accents. Look for these at retailers like Crooked Tongues next month.


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