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Monday, August 31, 2009

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NikeiD Safari Print and Clear Soles

Posted: 31 Aug 2009 12:57 PM PDT

Nike iD Safari Print and Clear SolesFor those who can’t find that perfect pair of Nike Dunks, Nike has offered the low and high versions of the classic on NikeiD for some time now. But just added to the online design studio are the options to use Nike’s classic safari print, as well as clear and tinted outsoles. These new options are sure to please, and your own pair can be had at the NikeiD online studio.

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Futura x Nike Air Force 1 Low Premium Matte Silver/White

Posted: 31 Aug 2009 12:28 PM PDT

Nike Air Force 1 Futura

Lately, we have not received a lot of news on upcoming Air Force 1 colorways as usual. In place of the scarce Air Force 1 news, we have given you a fairly new column dubbed Air Force Friday. However, we have now spotted a one-of-a-kind Air Force 1 that involves Futura.

It features a predominately matte silver-colored base combined with a transparent outsole. The upper is heavily perforated from the side panels to the heel panel. This sneaker also owns white accents in the form of the swoosh and shoelaces; however, one of the more interesting features is the word, ‘Be’ seen on the outsole and the word ‘Fresh’ appearing on the tongue. The Futura x Nike Air Force 1 Low Premium Matte Silver/White will release some time in January 2010. Click here to view detailed photos.

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Nike Air Max 95 Volt/Dark Grey

Posted: 31 Aug 2009 11:58 AM PDT

Nike Air Max 98 Volt/Dark Grey

The Air Max 95 has long been a staple in the Air Max line, resurging stronger than ever as of late. Exclusive to UK retailer JD Sports are these Air Max 95’s in a Volt/Dark Grey colorway.

Like with many 95’s, this pair sports a layered grey design, cascading from black at the base to light grey, and then back to a darker grey, before a volt yellow breaks up the scheme. These are made completely of synthetic materials and textiles, so if you’re an animal lover, you can feel comfortable knowing no animals were harmed making these. You’re going to have to ship them from across the pond, but is that enough to keep you from these Air Max’s?

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Ransom x adidas Originals Pier

Posted: 31 Aug 2009 10:51 AM PDT

Ransom x adidas Originals PierThe Pier is a part of the Ransom by adidas Originals 2010 Spring/Summer collection. Aside from the vibrant blue hue, these shoes are comprised of a canvas upper tightened by leather laces and a coarse white rubber midsole that is atypically slim. The white contrast stitching and tan tongue tags serve as minimalist details on a subtle silhouette. Due to the materials, the shoes acquire a moccasin-esque aesthetic and feel.

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Nike Air Max LeBron VII Custom by Sic

Posted: 31 Aug 2009 10:43 AM PDT

lebron-sic-5Earlier today, we showed you the Shanghai version of the Air Max LeBron VII which stands for LeBron’s ‘Family’ factor. However, with a regular white/green version of the Air Max LeBron VII, a customized style is sure to follow on the ‘More Than a Game’ artist series.

That said, this multi-colored customized Air Max LeBron VII was designed by Shanghai artist Sic. As with previous customized Air Max LeBron VII colorways, this shoe also owns a plethora of qualities that are inspired by James’s life and the respective city.

"Overall, my design is inspired by the beauty of Old Shanghai and New Shanghai. Or in other words, the integration of a modern, traditional China," says Sic.

A picture of a lion on the shoe represents most doorknobs in the city which contain an embossed lion. Another one of the inspirations Sic used is the "Shi Ku Gate" which is a big symbol in Shanghai's neighborhoods and community life. It simply stands for people in the community that live, work and socialize together. In addition, Shanghai landmarks such as Nanjing Road, the Bund and the China Exhibition Hall are also represented on the shoe as well. Click here to view additional photos.

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Wood Wood x Onitsuka Tiger X-Caliber

Posted: 31 Aug 2009 09:58 AM PDT

Wood Wood x Onitsuka Tiger X-Caliber

Danish brand Wood Wood has partnered with Japan’s Onitsuka Tiger to design and release this pair of X-Caliber’s, a shoe that originally released in 1982.

Like with other Onitsuka Tiger releases we’ve seen, this sneaker uses a clean suede and mesh base, paired with the standard arching lines logo design. Multiple shades of grey come together, and are set off with a bit of bright blue on both the tongue and inner sole. Near the heel, a subtle three leaf clover design in light grey contrasts over the dark grey suede. The clean color choices and subtle design cues may not jump at you like a lot of sneaker collaborations these days, but this simple color scheme works with the classic silhouette to make for a solid everyday look.

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My Sneaker Essentials: Wale

Posted: 31 Aug 2009 09:43 AM PDT

My Sneaker Essentials Wale

As we all know, up-and-coming D.C. rapper is a well-documented sneaker-head to say the least. Complex magazine caught up with Wale to discuss various sneaker topics in its new column dubbed My Essentials. Wale discussed classic sneakers, why he cannot mess with Air Jordan 3’s and why Deion Sanders is the man.

In addition, Wale shared with Complex his top 5 sneakers of all time as well. Click here to view My Essentials: Wale.

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Sunday, August 30, 2009

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The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly

Posted: 30 Aug 2009 11:09 AM PDT

The Good, The Bad, The Ugly

After a long hiatus, the Good, the Bad and the Ugly feature is back! This week, we had many sneaker choices to choose from. At a first glance, you already know what sneaker snatched the ‘Ugly’ spot; however, you may be wondering which shoe took the ‘Good’ spot between the Air Jordan 6 Retro Doernbecher Freestyle and the Nike Hypermax “McFly”. With that said, click here to view our analysis of each sneaker.

Are you happy about the Good, the Bad and the Ugly making a return? (Side note: From now on, we will no longer put the pictures in order Good to Ugly from left to right. We are going to make it a little more challenging for you!)

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55DSL Hijacks 15 Diesel Stores Across the US

Posted: 29 Aug 2009 07:49 PM PDT

55DSL Hijacks 15 Diesel Stores Across the US55DSL, self-defined as the younger lifestyle arm of Diesel, has announced their vivacious plans to hijack prime real estate within 15 Diesel stores across the country. The 55DSL niches in each of the chosen Diesel stores will be vending 15 select pieces headlining their fall/winter 2009 collection.

The 55DSL x adidas Originals XV/55 will be the one item of the 15 that will most likely peak your interest. This collaboration with adidas originals is groundbreaking for 55DSL as it is their first shoe. Be attentive though because 55DSL will only be able to maintain these coveted spaces in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle, Portland, Chicago, Hawaii, Boston, Miami, Philadelphia, Las Vegas, Atlanta and Georgetown for 15 days.

Post your comments after the break and let us know if you’ll be purchasing the original 55DSL shoe.

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Saturday, August 29, 2009

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Nike WMNS Blazer Corduroy Black/Red

Posted: 28 Aug 2009 11:51 PM PDT

Nike WMNS Blazer Corduroy Black/Red
Adidas and Converse have both recently started using more Corduroy materials in their sneakers and we are now proud to show you the first Nike sneaker that will take on the material, this is the Nike WMNS Blazer Corduroy Black/Red. It is predominantly black with red and pink accents. [EUKicks]

Nike Dunk High Vulc Black Canvas

Posted: 28 Aug 2009 11:45 PM PDT

Nike Dunk High Vulc Black Canvas
The Nike Dunk is always undergoing changes and this time around we are going to see the Nike Dunk silhouette on top of a vulcanized rubber sole. As far as the upper it will be a simple black canvas design. Check for these at the end of the year. [EUKicks]

Nike Vandal High Supreme Vintage Electric Green

Posted: 28 Aug 2009 11:39 PM PDT

Nike Vandal High Supreme Vintage Electric Green
Take it back to the old school with these Nike Vandal High Supreme Vintage Electric Greens. The upper of these is entirely electric green and they slapped it on top of a yellowed vintage sole, which makes these look like they have been hanging in your closet for a couple of years. [NiceKicks]

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Nike Air Griffey Max 1 - Hot Red

Posted: 28 Aug 2009 10:58 PM PDT


The Nike Air Griffey Max 1 is another complicated shoe with an aggressive look that comes in a common colorway - Black/Hot Red/White. Aside from its Black base, it has accents of Red on the lace holder, tongue tab, heel tab, and sole unit. Foot Locker pairs now and is already accepting pre-orders. [NiceKicks]

Nike Hypermax NFW Tennis Ball

Posted: 28 Aug 2009 10:29 PM PDT

Nike Hypermax NFW Tennis Ball
Three colorful Hypermax NFW Tennis Ball sneakers are Nike’s latest releases for tennis sports enthusiasts. Each comes with a White Swoosh on a bold-colored upper with a striped strap. The colors to choose from are Neon Yellow, Varsity Royal, and Comet Red. Now available at NikeStore online for $130 per pair. [NiceKicks]
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Hot Topics

Posted: 29 Aug 2009 10:43 AM PDT

Nice Kicks Hot Topics

Many of you started school this past week and some of you were happy and some were mad. If you were the latter, maybe our History of Nike “Back to School” Sneakers can excite you just a little.

As we all know, Michael Jordan will be officially be inducted into the Hall of Fame on September 11th, 2009. In honor of this great accomplishment, JB will release the Jordan Moments Collection on September 5th.

We have literally engulfed you with a plethora of Air Max LeBron VII colorway over the past month. Some of you probably do not remember what the original colorway looks like. Thanks to Daily Drop, we have now spotted Pre-Release Availability for the Nike Air Max LeBron VII.

Catch a sneak peak of the Nike Sportswear Dunks for 2010 here.

Also, could the Air Jordan 6 Retro Black/Varsity Red be 2010’s best sneaker release?


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Nike Vandal High Supreme Vintage Medium Grey/Vivid Pink

Posted: 29 Aug 2009 10:13 AM PDT

Nike Vandal High Supreme Vintage

There were mixed remarks on the Nike Vandal High Supreme Vintage "Electric Green" that we showed you yesterday afternoon which we expected; it is definitely not a sneaker for everyone. However, if the flamboyant look does not suit you well, the aforementioned Vandal’s counterpart possesses a more subtle look.

Sure, this Vandal High also possesses the classic, vintage sole, yet, what happens above the sole is totally different from the “Electric Green” Vandal High. This particular sneaker owns a subtle yet stylish medium grey-colored nylon upper with minimal vivid pink accents in the form of the border of the swoosh, the Nike logo (tongue) and the ankle strap. The latter area also seems to contain a shade of orange to it as well. This Vandal High Supreme will also release in February 2010. Which colorway interest you more? Click here to view additional photos.

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Remembering DJ AM

Posted: 29 Aug 2009 06:53 AM PDT

Remembering DJ AMBy now I am sure that you have heard the tragic new of the unfortunate passing of Adam Goldstein, better known as DJ AM.  While many of us may know Adam for his large collection of shoes and being a Hollywood liason for the sneaker community, AM was an incredible person that is worthy of more than a moment of pause and thought.

Countless people experienced his inspiring performances as a DJ, but his recent mission as a recovering addict to help other families and friends intervene with addiction deserves the ultimate praise.

We have assembled a few photos of DJ AM along with some video moments showcasing his passion for sneakers, his passion for shoes, and a short piece that shows his struggle as a recovering addict to help others in desperate need.

Please keep Adam’s family and friends in your thoughts and prayers this weekend.

Adam, may you forever rest in peace.

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Air Force Friday: Mayor’s Pick Linen/Atmosphere

Posted: 28 Aug 2009 07:15 PM PDT

Air Force 1 LinenFor today’s Air Force Friday, we have enlisted the help of our friend, Mr Bespoke himself, Mayor. 

When asked to choose his top rated Air force One, he chose the “Linen/Atmosphere” Air Force 1 which was released only in Japan in 2001, and licked by Fat Joe on Cribs, in America a few years later.  Every true shoe lover has a story about how they obtained their favorite shoe, and this is his. In 2001 when the Linens dropped, Mayor saw a picture somehow (he is almost 37 so that memory is kinda fuzzy) and went crazy! One may believe it was by luck, or even by fate that at the same time as the release Mayor had a friend that was working in Japan that was trying to find a way back to the states. Mayor being the good friend he is offered to buy him a plane ticket home, in return for 3 pairs of the Linen forces. After all was said and done, Mayors friend was finally able to return home, but was only able to get one pair of linens for his good friend.

Recently Mayor picked up his 7th pair from his buddy Surage for a not so bad price of $355. Because even though Mayor has had 7 pair, he is still always on the hunt for that deadstock pair of Linen/Atmosphere forces in that convenient size 9.5 because he wont wear a pair unless he has a deadstock pair on ice. Now that is what I call loving a shoe. Also follow us and Mayor on Twitter at @nicekicks and @_MAYOR_ and Mayors 500th follower will receive a free pair of the Swagger Terminator Hi’s. (click here for more pics.)

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Jordan 6 Rings - Jordan Moments Collection

Posted: 28 Aug 2009 01:28 PM PDT

Jordan 6 Rings - Jordan Moments CollectionTwo weeks from today the greatest of all time will be forever honored with the enshrinement into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.  Jordan Brand has a collection of three shoes for the Jordan Moments Collection that celebrate Michael Jordan’s career.

Representing “The Championships” is the Jordan 6 Rings.  As you are probably aware, the Jordan 6 Rings is a hybrid of the seven different Air Jordans worn by MJ en route to his six NBA Championships.

The Jordan 6 Rings from the Jordan Moments Collection will officially release on September 5th with a box price of $175.  More shots after the break.

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Nike Vandal High Supreme Vintage “Electric Green”

Posted: 28 Aug 2009 12:58 PM PDT

Nike Vandal High Supreme Vintage Electric Green

Are you tired of seeing the recent inflation of Dunks and Blazers as of late? Some of you may feel that Nike should keep them coming, while others want to see something fairly new. With that said, Nike is bringing the Vandal High back after a little hiatus in an unmatched, attention-getting colorway. This Nike Vandal High Supreme Vintage “Electric Green” is expected to release in February 2010.

We must applaud Nike for being innovative with the infamous Vandal by way of color scheme. In attempt to mix ‘old’ and ‘new’, Nike applied a futuristic electric green color to this Vandal’s nylon base and combined it with an age-old-looking vintage sole. It also contains a black border around the swoosh and a black/grey ankle strap. Nonetheless, this particular shoe will be nothing less than a hit when it finally releases. Also, look out for its colorway counterpart coming soon. What are your thoughts on this Nike Vandal High Supreme Vintage “Electric Green”?

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Friday, August 28, 2009

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Nike Auto Flight Limited Edition LA

Posted: 28 Aug 2009 12:21 AM PDT

Nike Auto Flight Limited Edition LA
A lot of people actually like the new design of the Nike Auto Flight, which is why we are proud to announce that a new limited edition Auto Flight will be dropping this September, featuring Los Angeles Lakers colors in purple, gold and white. [NiceKicks]

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Peanut Butter Wolf x Converse Chuck Taylor Hi 999

Posted: 28 Aug 2009 12:09 AM PDT

Peanut Butter Wolf x Converse Chuck Taylor Hi 999
To honor his 999 tour, Converse has designed a brand new pair of Chuck Taylors for musician, Peanut butter Wolf. Peanut Butter Wolf will be giving away 1 pair of these shoes to a lucky fan at each of his nine concerts on the tour. Better buy your tickets now. [NiceKicks]

Air Jordan 6 Doernbecher

Posted: 27 Aug 2009 11:51 PM PDT

Air Jordan 6 Doernbecher
This is the new Air Jordan 6 Doernbecher that will be releasing soon, and although we have already featured it here, we like it enough to take a second look, especially because we have some new detailed, up-close pics to get you guys drooling until they actually release. [SoleRedemption]

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Nike Air Max Swingman Remix

Posted: 27 Aug 2009 10:06 PM PDT

Nike Air Max Swingman Remix
An elegant looking Nike Air Max Swingman Remix has its own original style with a touch of Black and White. Basically, the upper comes in a ballistic mesh while the shoe base is made up of patent leather. The Swoosh which is located in front comes in White that matches the White midsole and some White dots along the lace section through the ankle area, with Chrome details. On the heel is a White panel with the Swingman logo. This pair is another definite cool shoe for the season. Now available at LTD. [NiceKicks]
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