While the Celtics took a “L” against the Chicago Bulls, Rajon Rondo debuted the Nike Air Foamposite One “Fighter Jet”. Takes a look below at some images which shows Nate Robinson rocking the “Flu Game” Air Jordan 12, and look for the “Fighter Jet” Foams to drop this January 1st, 2013 retailed for $235.
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The release of the Air Jordan 4 Retro “Thunder” is approaching us and here are some new/close to last looks. Featuring a Black base with Yellow detailing that will be dropping this Saturday, December 22nd at select Jordan Brand accounts like Sneaker Politics.
Air Jordan 4 “Thunder”
Black/Tour Yellow
308497-008
December 22nd, 2012
$160
Here is a look at the upcoming Vans “Leopard Pack” Lineup set for Spring 2013. Featuring the Vans Era, Authentic, and Old Skool model all using the Leopard print along with Black sitting atop a White midsole. Look for this pack to drop next year.
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Following the “Chicago” Nike Lunar Force 1 comes the “Los Angeles” makeup. Featuring a Silver base with Royal accents and the “LA” logo on the heels sitting atop a Lunarlon sole. You can find these available now at select Nike accounts like Concepts.
The latest Nike SB Dunk High that has just become available are dressed up in a combination of nubuck, mesh and leather. Featuring an Anthracite base with Black accents sitting atop a Matte Olive vintage midsole and Black outsole. You can find these available now at select Nike SB accounts like Premier.
The Nike Air Max 90 and Air Max 1 are two of Nike Sportswear’s top models and come this Holiday they will be releasing in a vintage style. Look for these to drop on December 31st at select NSW accounts like Sneaker Politics.
Nike Basketball will have three gifts for everyone the day after Christmas with the release of the Nike LeBron X, Nike Kobe 8 System, and Nike KD V. All Three models feature an unique colored style with the LeBron X actually being the more basic pair. Look for the “Christmas” Pack to release to select Nike Basketball accounts like Sneaker Politics on December 26th.
Nike LeBron X
University Red/Tourmaline-Team Red
541100-600
December 26th, 2012
$180
Nike Kobe 8
Black/Bright Crimson-Fiberglass-Vivid Sulphur
555035-030
December 26th, 2012
$150
Nike KD V
Hyper Blue/Atomic Green-Photo Blue-Challenge Red
554988-401
December 26th, 2012
$115
Here is a look at Pawel Nolbert’s latest Sneakercube of the Nike Air Yeezy 2 “Christmas”. We can’t help but look at this illustration and wonder why didn’t Nike release a special Nike Air Yeezy 2 “Christmas” for the Holidays? Featuring a Red base with White detailing, Green soles and Gold lace tips. If Nike released a “Christmas” Yeezy 2 how high would they be on your list?
The Ball and Buck x New Balance 574 “Mountain Green” collaboration receives some new images. The upcoming release features a Mountain Green suede base with Camo detailing and Bright Orange accents on the heel. Look for these to drop on Christmas Day, followed by an in-store release on January 29th, 2013.
The Air Jordan 1 Retro High “Chicago” will be releasing the first week of 2013 and here are some looks at the GS version; along with the Nike Air Box. Featuring a White/Varsity Red-Black makeup that will be packaged away in the classic OG box. Look for these to drop along side the mens sizes on January 5th, 2013.
Air Jordan 1 High
White/Varsity Red-Black
322550-163
January 5th, 2013
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The latest Nike Air Max 1 Essential “Atomic Teal” has hit retailers. Featuring a two tone Green base with White detailing and Blue accents. You can find these now at select NSW accounts like Bows & Arrows.
In January 2012 under the hot sun of a Melbourne summer, Roger Federer took the court in his most advanced tennis shoe to date — The Zoom Vapor 9 Tour. Created by Tinker Hatfield, Nike’s VP of Creative Design, the shoe immediately joined Hatfield’s long list of iconic creations for elite athletes.
The shoe now makes its customization debut at NIKEiD in Men’s, Women’s and Kid’s sizes. From December 18, tennis athletes and Federer fans will be able to create their own personal versions of the Zoom Vapor 9 Tour.
The customization options include the classic color variations NIKEiD is known for, but the performance customization options are the stand-out elements. Varying widths and traction patterns allow the designer to create the ideal shoe for their chosen surface and style of play.
The Tour Fit delivers a locked-down feel on the court with its more narrow silohuettte. The True Fit offers a slightly wider design for those players looking for a roomier fit. The various traction systems are optimizable for hard court, clay or grass.
The shoe’s performance capabilities include an Adaptive Fit construction with “fingers” of soft material that wrap the midfoot and arch from underneath to create a glove-like fit. Extra-durable rubber protects the heel and forefoot, whilst ultra-breathable mesh helps airflow through the shoe to keep the foot comfortable.
Elements exclusive to NIKEiD include:
– Choice of hard court, clay or grass traction
– Color fades in the ‘vent’
– Wide fit upper
– Laser etching on the foot frame or tongue
Get started at NIKEiD now.
Source: Nike, Inc.
It’s what’s inside that counts. Nearly 30 years ago, Zoom Air revolutionized the footwear industry, a catalyst of design innovation that has inspired designers to reshape footwear.
Nike Air Force 1 Low transformed basketball footwear in 1982 with the introduction of a bag-like structure with pressurized air, all embedded internally in the shoe’s sole. Basketball players across the world were astonished by the improved performance and comfort as they literally were running and jumping on air.
In the hunt to evolve Nike Air cushioning, the Nike design team created the Zoom Air unit and applied it to basketball with the Nike Air Go LWP shoe in 1995. The leather shoe with bold black and white color blocking was light and versatile. Interestingly, players felt something they just couldn’t pinpoint: an extremely responsive cushioning feel hidden in the shoe’s forefoot.
“Tensile Air” was the original name used among designers and was later referred to as “Zoom Air” technology. It took the basic concept of Max Air cushioning and modified it to the fine-tuned specifications of basketball for a responsive and “springy” feel on the court. Strong tensiles of fabric bound the top and bottom of the plastic Zoom Air units together, creating a streamlined and more responsive cousin to Max Air.
The best thing about Zoom Air is its very low-profile feel in shoes while helping the player’s feet react closer to the ground, which allows for a better court feel and a comfortable ride.
Nike hasn’t stopped evolving this unique innovation. Designers have been able to revolutionize Zoom Air and tune its pressure and contours to the exact specifications of specific sports. In this case, basketball designers have modernized the Zoom Air unit of the 1995 Air Go LWP and rapidly progressed this cushioning system over the years.
In 2012, the first full-length, visible Nike Zoom unit was introduced in the LEBRON X. Both the top and bottom surfaces of Nike Zoom unit were flat and smooth, with no welds, notches or joints and minimal midsole thickness. Strong synthetic fibers were welded to both sides of a flexible membrane, creating the flat surfaces when inflated. Those fibers controlled the thickness of the system, regardless of the volume of the air pressure used to inflate it. It’s strong and durable, yet flexible and responsive.
“We will continue to evolve the Nike Zoom Air unit to move better with the body,” said Tracy Teague, Nike Global Basketball Category Creative Director. “The Zoom Air provides overall protection in a lower-profile cushioning platform, which allows players to lower their center of gravity. This allows us to create footwear that’s more responsive and quick.”
At six feet, eight inches tall and 250 pounds, LeBron James is a dominant physical specimen on the court. He’s expected to run nearly 400 miles during regular season game play this year. That’s more than 15 marathons. He’ll jump thousands of times. Footwear performance and comfort is key for LeBron as he exerts extreme physical force on his shoes. The special LEBRON X full-length Nike Zoom unit was developed with his pounding in mind. It’s Nike’s most advanced Nike Zoom unit to date, designed for LeBron and tuned for players worldwide.
“Inside Access” is a series providing an inside look at Nike Basketball through the lens of design innovation. Look for new features the first and third Tuesdays of each month throughout the basketball season.
Source: Nike, Inc.
Michael Jordan has made the cover of Sports Illustrated 57 times, more than any other athlete. With every cover, Michael Jordan wore a fresh pair of Air Jordan’s (well all the ones that showed a full image of himself) and Complex put together, A Complete Sneaker Guide To Michael Jordan’s Sports Illustrated Covers. Which pair is your all time favorite? CLICK HERE…..
As we wait for the Nike Kobe 8 iD to become available to NIKEiD, we share this sample look to get the idea of what we’ll be able to do. This pair features tones of Green throughout with Blue and Black accents that sit atop a speckled midsole and translucent outsole. Look to design your own Kobe 8 on NIKEiD this December 20th.
Inspired by the “600K” marathon, Nike Sportswear designs a new Nike Air Max 97 EM. Featuring a Navy base with Engineered Mesh technology with White accents and Black hints. These are expected to debut in 2013 to select retailers.
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