The latest Skate Mental x Nike SB Dunk High LR Premium “Inline Skate” collaboration features a White base with Black accents sitting atop a graphic midsole. This unique model has recently been found at select retailers like Berlin-based shop Civilist.
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The adidas Originals Courtside “Chinese New Year” Collection includes the Forum Mid, AR 3.0 and Tech Street Mid all featuring Black/Gold. The Gold accents on each model tributes the Chinese culture for gifts on their New Years. The Chinese New Year begins in February, but this collection will be debuting this week over at Shoe Palace.
GourmetKickz is back at it with another exclusive custom. This time he uses the Joker from The Dark Knight as inspiration to his latest Nike LeBron 9 “JokerMan” Custom. Featuring a Purple and Green color-shceme with matching Jokers iconic wardrobe, along with a Joker face logo on the back heel. Check out the looks below and let us know if these are DOPE or NOPE?
Yesterday, we shared the first look at the Nike KD V Black/Royal Blue and now we take a look at the full Nike KD V “Black Pack”. Featuring four new makeups that all use a Black base with either a Blue, Green, Orange or Red accents that will be dropping to select Nike Basketball accounts on January 5th, 2013.
With LeBron James dropping some fresh models throughout the years, other NBA players are starting to take notice. Who wouldn’t want to rock the hottest kicks on the court and here are 15 NBA Players Wearing LeBrons Against LeBron James from Complex. CLICK HERE…..
The Air Jordan 1 High OG “Melo” is set to debut tomorrow to select Jordan Brand accounts with the “Nike” Air” tagging. Dressed in the Big Apple’s Game Royal/Team Orange that will be available this weekend for $140. Are these a Cop or Pass for you?
Air Jordan 1 Retro High
Game Royal/Team Orange
555088-407
January 5th, 2013
$140
The Nike Air Max 2013 are the new runners on the shelves, and here is a look at a fresh new Nike Air Max 2013 EXT makeup. Featuring a Black base with Red accents and Flywire sitting atop a Visible Air Unit that is set to drop this Spring 2013 at select Nike Sportswear accounts.
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The Nike Air Max 1, 90, 95, and 97 are some of the most pined-after silhouettes that Nike has to offer. One would be hard pressed not to find a pair roaming the streets in major cities all over the world — whether they’re tied tightly to carry someone to a new PR or loosely laced under a pair of jeans. The Nike Air Max line redefined and transcended the look of sport to become a cultural movement. So when Nike designers started discussing ways to reinvent these iconic models, they didn’t take it lightly. How to re-imagine these classics while staying true to the sneakers’ timeless style?
Enter Nike Engineered Mesh: new proprietary mesh patterns that enhance the functionality while retaining the overall look of the original models. It enables both tight and loose perforation patterns to replace traditional color blocking, gradients and overlay placement. Originally used in performance running footwear, the varying perf patterns allow for “zoned” contruction: Tighter patterns are placed where durability is paramount while looser patterns are used where breathability reigns supreme. The result is a more breathable, flexible and durable Air Max family — lighter and leaner than ever.
The Engineered Mesh Air Max collection will be available beginning January 2013.
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At 13 ounces, the highly anticipated JORDAN MELO M9 is the lightest Melo ever and is available beginning January 9.
With Carmelo Anthony’s passion for high-end watches and love of armored superhero suits at the center of its unique design inspiration, Jordan Brand, a division of NIKE, Inc., today launched the much-anticipated JORDAN MELO M9, engineered to help Anthony – one of the most versatile players in the game – maximize his unique combination of speed and power. The JORDAN MELO M9 debuted on court on Christmas Day in a red/green/white colorway. At 13 ounces, it’s the lightest JORDAN MELO ever. It will be available nationwide on January 9 for MSRP of $140.
The JORDAN MELO M9 provides lightweight support and increased responsiveness through Nike Zoom cushioning. In addition, the JORDAN MELO M9 boasts a full-length TPU cage that cradles the foot, providing lateral stability and support, and Dynamic Fit technology that uses straps made with Nike Flywire. The straps, which coincidentally form the shape of the letter M, come up from the midsole and integrate with the laces and wrap around the bottom of the shoe for lightweight support that moves with the foot and gives players 360 degrees of fit.
“I love the idea of being locked in, whether I’m on the perimeter or making a move in the post,” Anthony said. “I want to protect my ankles while not restricting my cutting ability. After working closely with the Jordan Brand team during development stages, the JORDAN MELO M9 fits my game perfectly.”
The JORDAN MELO M9 will be available in four colorways on January 9 with additional offerings later this year. Colorways include a team inspired Game Royal/Black/Team Orange/White, Black/White/University Blue, Black/White/Bright Citrus and Gym Red/Black/White.
Additional Details
Inspiration
During the 2011-12 off-season, Anthony visited Nike World Headquarters in Beaverton, Ore., to discuss the design of the JORDAN MELO M9 with Jordan Brand Lead Footwear Designer Justin Taylor. There, they rescanned his whole body and foot for the first time since he was a rookie.
“Carmelo has a narrow foot, so the focus of the shoe was on fit, not just for him but to be supremely adaptive to a wide variety of players,” Taylor said. “Carmelo said he wanted the shoe to fit like a superhero’s suit: sleek, form-fitting but allowing for movement. Looking at a superhero suit, it’s got layers of articulation, but it’s not bulky. That was the philosophical ideal for the shoe. But the look itself came from somewhere else.”
Taylor began to talk to Anthony about his passions outside the game to develop a design for the JORDAN MELO M9, landing on the star’s love of luxury watches.
“Over time, gravity makes all the elements of a watch settle and it loses time,” Taylor continued. “Tourbillion serves as a perpetual battery in the watch, negating the affects of gravity. We used that as the design inspiration for the upper of the shoe. Like the face of a watch, its layers function independently, but together it builds one very strong unit to increase the element of fit.”
Other elements of watches integrated into the JORDAN MELO M9 include a watch face on the heel of the shoe with a Jumpman on the left side, and hourly tickmarks at the 12, 3, 6 and 9 o’clock spots.
Technology
The JORDAN MELO M9 features a maximum-volume Nike Zoom unit in the forefoot and heel, which provides responsive cushioning, a full-length injected Phylon midsole for lightweight cushioning and comfort, and an exaggerated herringbone pattern on the heel and forefoot allowing for excellent traction and an smoother transition from heel to toe.
Visual Details
There are numerous personal touches that are unique to Anthony in the JORDAN MELO M9. His signature is on the outsole, signifying his approval and sign-off; his jersey number 15 on the toe box; nine perforations are placed just below the lacings to signify his ninth signature shoe; and his logo is on the tongue and heel.
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The Air Jordan 9 Retro “Cool Grey” released back in December 15th, 2012, and now they just got restocked. Hit up Eastbay to grab your size before the sell-out once again.
Air Jordan 9 Retro “Cool Grey”
Medium Grey/White-Cool Grey
302370-015
Released: December 15th, 2012
$160
The Air Jordan 1 High “Chicago” retros tomorrow to select retailers, but it will not include the “Nike Air” tagging. Here is a detailed look at the Air Jordan 1 High “Chicago” ’94 vs. 2013 Comparison. Other than the “Nike Air”, what are some differences you spot out? Also, are the Air Jordan 1 High “Chicago” a Cop or Pass this weekend?
Air Jordan 1 High
White/Varsity Red-Black
322550-163
January 5th, 2013
$110
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Ewing Athletics had a successful re-launch of the Ewing 33 Hi and now that we are in the new year, the brand continues with a brand new colorway. The “Jamaica” Ewing 33 Hi pays tribute to Patrick Ewing’s birthplace, that features a White leather base with Black, Green and Yellow accents along with the Jamaican flag on the back heel. The Ewing 33 Hi “Jamaica” is set to debut in February 2013 to select retailers. Stay tuned to Sneaker Bar for more updates and release info.
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Kobe Bryant was running Nike Basketball’s Twitter account recently, which has now intrigued the move to join Twitter himself. Nike Basketball retweeting his first tweet, welcoming Black Mamba. Be sure to follow Kobe Bryant for a chance to follow his every move.
Nike Sportswear’s latest installment of the woven built comes off the Nike Blazer Mid. The Nike Blazer Mid Woven features a Deep Royal Blue leather base with a multi-colored woven pattern throughout sitting atop a White midsole. Look for these to debut in February 2013 which you’ll be able to find available at retailers like End Clothing.
The numbers defy belief, but Cristiano Ronaldo smashed the record books in Spain’s La Liga last season, blazing a trail through all competitions and straight to the summit of world football. He’s now on the short list of finalists for the world’s best player award to be announced in Zurich on January 7.
In honor of CR’s incredible season, Nike has created a CR Mercurial IX that features a bold CR7 graphic and a series of numbers celebrating his many achievements.
Seven numbers are featured on the lateral side of the boot and reflected in a bold CR7 graphic on the medial side. The numbers reflect CR’S record-breaking goals scored and achievements during the 2011/2012 season, including the following:
1st Spanish league title
“Last season was a very special one for me, helping my team and country achieve success,” said Cristiano Ronaldo. “It’s great to celebrate these achievements and also have a great pair of Mercurial boots to recognize the moment. I’ll enjoy playing in them for sure.”
Cristiano Ronaldo will wear the new CR Mercurial IX in his next competitive match on Sunday, January 6.
One hundred pairs of the CR Mercurial IX white boot will be available at Nike.com and key online retailers February 7.
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Here are some new looks at the Nike SB Koston 2 that features a Black base with Pink accents sitting atop a Lunarlon sole. Set to debut in 2013, you will be able to start to see these hit stores within the next couple weeks.
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