| Nice Kicks Staff Picks Posted: 04 Dec 2010 01:43 PM PST 
The holiday season always gives us great kicks, and this week was as generous as any other with its selection of sneaks. We asked each of the Nice Kicks staffers which shoe they liked best from the past few days and you may be surprised by the results. From Jordans to New Balances, a wide variety of kicks made this installment of Staff Picks. Which was your favorite? Head to the comments section and let us know. Matt Halfhill 
Shame on ever fan in the Quicken Loans arena chanting Scottie Pippen implying that he was anything less of historic or amazing. Last time I checked the man won 6 rings and lead our country to gold twice in the OIympics – absolutely nothing to be ashamed of. The Air More Uptempos didn’t have Scottie’s name or number on the box or the upper, but ask anyone young and old – these shoes were the Pippens. Nike Air More Uptempo Black/White Read the rest of Nice Kicks Staff Picks
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| In Retrospect: LIVESTRONG x UNDFTD x Nike Air Force 1 Supreme Posted: 04 Dec 2010 12:58 PM PST 
In 2009, the Nike x LIVESTRONG partnership turned heads with its multi-sneaker “Stages” Collection. This series of sneakers produced some of the more highly-touted Air Force 1s (Busy P, Mr. Cartooon) in the trademark LIVESTRONG, black/yellow color scheme. Following these releases, Nike released a LIVESTRONG version of the UNDFTD x Nike Air Force 1 Supreme towards the end of the year. Inspired by the “On Your Feet Kid” Air Force 1s, the LIVESTRONG version contained the words, “On Your Bike Kid” to coincide with Lance Armstrong. Did you purchase the LIVESTRONG x UNDFTD x Nike Air Force 1 Supreme, and was it worth the money you paid for it? If not, are you wishing you would have snagged them last December? How does theLIVESTRONG x UNDFTD x Nike Air Force 1 Supreme rank amongst the other major LIVESTRONG x Nike Air Force 1 releases (Busy P, Mr. Cartoon)? Lastly, was this one of your favorite Nike Air Force 1 releases of 2009? Let us know your thoughts on the LIVESTRONG x UNDFTD x Nike Air Force 1 Supreme in the comment section below!  LIVESTRONG x UNDFTD x Nike Air Force 1 Supreme  LIVESTRONG x UNDFTD x Nike Air Force 1 Supreme
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| Nike Zoom LeBron III “Superman” Posted: 04 Dec 2010 12:13 PM PST 
Dwight Howard may have the current rights to the Superman nickname in the NBA, but LeBron James’ on court heroics are also undeniable. The Nike Zoom LeBron III “Superman” captures the essence of the superhero and King James using Clark Kent’s famed colors. Only given to a select few and LeBron himself years back a pair in size 13 has found its way to eBay. Nike Zoom LeBron III
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| Blessings from Beaverton: Nike’s Charitable Collections Posted: 04 Dec 2010 11:28 AM PST 
Do you know where your money goes after purchasing a highly-anticipated, one-of-a-kind sneaker? Your money obviously goes to the respective brand; however, when you purchase a shoe that has been created for a good cause, you are actually helping someone out. For example, those who obtained the “Doernbecher” Air Jordan 3 provided revenue for the development of the Oregon's premier Doernbecher Children's Hospital. What other sneaker releases have garnered awareness and revenue for a good cause? Specifically, Nike has partnered with a multitude of funds, campaigns and foundations to raise awareness for good causes. Campaigns such as the LIVESTRONG x Nike “Stages” Collection, the Nike “Think Pink” Series, the Doernbecher x Nike Collection and the Nike (Product) RED Lineup have all caught the attention of many sneaker enthusiasts all while raising awareness and revenue. Take a look at some of the better releases in these respective campaigns and learn what each one represents. LIVESTRONG x Lance Armstrong x Nike Campaign LIVESTRONG x Mr. Cartoon x Nike Air Force 1  LIVESTRONG x Nike Stages Collection  LIVESTRONG x Busy P x Nike Air Force 1 Inaugural Year: 2004
Highlights: Nike Air Force 1 “Mr. Cartoon”, Nike Air Force 1 “Busy P”, Nike Dunk Hi “FLOM”
Focus: To raise awareness for the fight against cancer. Overview: Lance Armstrong and Nike have collaborated on limitless amount product the beginning of their joint effort in 2004. At first, wristbands and apparel were the lone "Wear Yellow" product in an attempt to bring cancer awareness to the forefront of peoples’ minds. However, since then, both sides have released a ton of great shoes in the trademark black/yellow color scheme. Additional acts have been planned out to raise cancer awareness such as the launch of a global art exhibition that creates a new way to support the Lance Armstrong Foundation and its Global Cancer campaign. Yet, its biggest project to date is the ever-so-popular "Stages" Collection. The series brought together nearly 20 of the world’s most renowned artists to create original works of art inspired by Armstrong in hopes to raise more awareness for the Lance Armstrong Foundation's fight against cancer. Participating artists include Shepard Fairey, Tom Sachs, Geoff McFetridge, Raymond Pettibon, Ed Ruscha, Kaws, Christopher Wool, Dzine, Eric White, Barry McGee, Kenny Scharf, Marc Newson, Rosson Crow, Taryn Simon, JR, Yoshitomo Nara, Suejin Chung, Lari Pittman, Aaron Young and Jules de Balincourt. Read the rest of Blessings from Beaverton: Nike’s Charitable Collections
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| Nike Air Max CB34 Black/Club Purple Posted: 04 Dec 2010 10:43 AM PST 
The Round Mound of Rebound’s signature line was as brash and brute as the man itself. His run in Phoenix saw a run of great shoes including the Nike Air Max CB34. Boasting Sun’s colors, the Black/Club Purple colorway harkens back to his heyday and a historic time for Nike basketball. From the big Air bags to the embossed CB34 on the upper the shoe carries much nostalgia. This famed Barkley has become available at select Nike accounts including Nice Kicks in Austin, TX. Nike Air Max CB34
Black/Club Purple-Team Orange
414243-002
$160 Nice Kicks
2815 Guadalupe
Austin, TX 78705
512.320.8100 (Phone orders welcome)
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| Nike Dunk High Black/Red Posted: 03 Dec 2010 05:13 PM PST 
While the title may suggest an all too familiar colorway and all too familiar silo, the Nike Dunk High Black/Red is a subtle standout. Classic Dunk styling and color blocking are intact, but it’s the texturized upper that sets it apart. Tumbled red leather graces the heel, tongue, and toe pieces with embossed black leather set beneath it on the insert. A white midsole and black outsole finish it off in clean and classic style. These are available for pre-order now at Crooked Tongues. Nike Dunk High
Black/Red
£65(~$88 USD)  Nike Dunk High Black/Red  Nike Dunk High Black/Red  Nike Dunk High Black/Red  Nike Dunk High Black/Red  Nike Dunk High Black/Red
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| Release Reminder: Air Jordan 3 “Doernbecher” Posted: 03 Dec 2010 05:13 PM PST 
Tomorrow, December 4th, 2010, Jordan Brand will release the highly-anticipated Air Jordan 3 “Doernbecher”, nationwide. This particular Air Jordan 3, the lead release in the Air Jordan Doernbecher Collection, features a multi-textured, Varsity Red upper. Specifically, a monochromatic, Varsity Red/Black cement print appears on the toe area and heel panel, while a unique, patterned leather print graces the side panels/toe box. Additional black and silver hints appear throughout the base, yet, the icy sole is arguably one of its best traits. What better way to support a great cause than this, right? The annual Doernbecher Freestyle Collection is a joint effort between Doernbecher Children's Hospital (Portland, Oregon) and Nike. Every year, a group of special Doernbecher patients, who have defeated a serious illness of some sort, are selected to design authentic Nike shoes that are sold to the public in limited numbers. Since 2004, this program has raised $2.4 million for the hospital! **Note** After many price rumors and release date changes, this shoe will retail for $160 tomorrow, December 4th, 2010. Air Jordan 3 "Doernbecher"
Varsity Red/Metallic Silver-Black
437536-600
December 4, 2010
$160
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| Nike Zoom KD III White/Team Orange ‘Home’ Posted: 03 Dec 2010 04:43 PM PST 
In the last week of November, Kevin Durant’s Oklahoma City Thunder teammates debuted the Nike Zoom KD III on the court without Kevin Durant. The 6’10″ power forward could only watch from the sideline thanks to an ankle injury. However, when he returned our Kicks On Court spotted him in this ‘Home’ edition of the Nike Zoom KD III. Durant’s ‘Home’ Nike Zoom KD III is very different from his previous two ‘Home’ signature colorways in that possesses no trace of Oklahoma City Thunder blue; nevertheless, it is a great-looking color scheme on an better silhouette. Orange hints appear in the form of the swoosh border, inner lining and tongue border, while minimal touches of Del Sol are seen on the Flywire design and rim of the Kevin Durant tongue logo. No word on when this shoe will release as of now, but stay tuned as more info should surface.  Nike Zoom KD III White/Team Orange 'Home'  Nike Zoom KD III White/Team Orange 'Home'  Nike Zoom KD III White/Team Orange 'Home'  Nike Zoom KD III White/Team Orange 'Home' Source: Eastbay
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