| Sneaker Geeks: 10 of the Best Vacation/Destination Inspired Kicks Posted: 10 Jul 2009 11:52 AM PDT  The Sneaker Geeks series is back in full effect. In this installment, we will unearth the best kicks inspired by vacation/destinations around the world. Loyal readers will remember the last installment, in which we explored the best kicks with unique cartoon makeups. This time around, we keep things moving for summer time jet-setters and daydreamers alike. Summertime is the season in which those fortunate enough set sails for exotic locales the world over. For the rest of us, the dream of an island paradise and a fresh pair of vacation inspired kicks will have to suffice. So whether you're surfing in Cabo or on the couch this summer, let Nice Kicks take you on a global tour with the best vacation/destination inspired sneakers. In this feature, you will find destinations from around the globe emblazoned on some classic kicks. Click here to view 10 of the best vacation-destination sneakers. In case you missed it:
12 of the best cartoon inspired sneakers HERE
10 of the best video game/gaming system inspired sneakers HERE.
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| Air Force Friday: Air Force 1 “Year of the Horse” Posted: 10 Jul 2009 11:02 AM PDT  The “Year of the Horse” Air Force 1 released in 2002 in time for the Chinese New Year. To celebrate the coming of the new year, only 2,002 pairs of the shoes were released and kicked off a several year run of special Air Force 1s made to honor the Chinese New Year. Like with many traditions that started pre-2007, for some reason, when the Air Force 1 celebrated its 25th Anniversary, the traditions were set aside never to return. The shoes were dropped in Asia, but that did not get in the way of many AF1 heads of all ethnicities trying to get their hands one these shoes. Special features of the shoes include a galloping horse on the insole and Kanji characters for “horse” on the heel tab and tongue. | Read the rest of Air Force Friday: Air Force 1 “Year of the Horse”
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| Jordan L’Style High Brown Posted: 10 Jul 2009 10:36 AM PDT  MJ’s love for motorcycles is no secret. Motorsports inspired Jordans have been seen a number of times. This upcoming release, the L’Style, also takes inspiration from his passion for motorcycles. The Jordan L’Style High Brown is a high top that has been treated with brown suede. The extra ankle height and lace cover keeps you safer on the bike. Features can be seen from the Air Jordan 1, as well as visible Air unit from the AJ3. Another NBA co-owner recently dropped a silhouette that shares similarities. With obvious off court intention, it’s apparent that pushing the rock becomes less of a priority for everyone as you grow older. Click here to share your thoughts on these. | Read the rest of Jordan L’Style High Brown
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| Atmos x Reebok Ex-O-Fit Strap “Nightmare” Posted: 10 Jul 2009 09:37 AM PDT  Atmos has teamed up with Reebok a number of times in the past, most noticeably the Hologram Pack. Their next collaborative creations have now arrived at Atmos, in the form of the Ex-O-Fit Strap. The Atmos x Reebok Ex-O-Fit Strap “Nightmare” comes in two colorways, both of which are covered in a plethora of patent leather. The first colorway features black with green colored accents, and the second features blank with pink accents. These kicks are definitely a sign of the times, would you be able to rock these? Click here to see detailed photos of these kicks. | Read the rest of Atmos x Reebok Ex-O-Fit Strap “Nightmare”
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| Air Jordan 1 Retro Phat Premier Posted: 10 Jul 2009 09:22 AM PDT  Last fall Jordan Brand introduced the Air Jordan 1 Phat Low which featured extra padding around the ankle color and tongue, giving the shoe almost an “SB” feel. This fall, Jordan Brand is going to continue bulking up with the Air Jordan 1 Retro Phat Premier that features the mid top AJ1’s with the extra stuffing and better materials. This collection of Air Jordan 1s feature a letterman’s jacket feel of rich leather with the a felt swoosh. The colors for the collection are the carried across from the Jordan Sixty Plus line - teams that Michael Jordan put 60+ points against. Click here to get a better look at the upcoming Air Jordan 1 Retro Phat Premier that will release starting in October for $110. | Read the rest of Air Jordan 1 Retro Phat Premier
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| Jordan Sixty Plus (60+) Posted: 10 Jul 2009 07:58 AM PDT  Michael Jordan had a habit of terrorizing teams on the court, but there were a couple of teams that got hit the hardest by MJ during his career. Jordan Brand is celebrating his sixty point games in a number of releases this year, but none make quite as much of a statement as an entirely new silhouette, the Jordan Sixty Plus, created to honor his historic games. Much like the Jordan 6 Rings was composed of the 7 Air Jordans MJ wore en route to his six NBA Championships, the Jordan Sixty Plus is composed of the models Jordan wore in the games he put up 60+. The models represented by the Jordan Sixty Plus include the Air Jordan 1, Air Jordan 2, Air Jordan 5, and the Air Jordan 7. This holiday season the Jordan Sixty Plus is coming in several colorways that are inspired by teams that received the 60+ point beat down from Jordan. These teams include the Boston Celtics, Detroit Pistons, Atlanta Hawks, and Cleveland Cavaliers. Click here get a better look at the upcoming Jordan Sixty Plus collection that hits stores this fall for $150. | Read the rest of Jordan Sixty Plus (60+)
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| Nike Dunk Low Pink/Lime Posted: 10 Jul 2009 07:54 AM PDT  Purchasing a pair of all-white sneakers for the summer season is something like a ritual for most sneaker enthusiasts (see our Best of All-White Kicks). However, in contrast, many people also covet the vivid, eye-catching kicks for the summer as well. With that said, we have now spotted an exclusive colorway of the Nike Dunk Low. It features a 100% pink leather upper mixed with a white leather midsole. To add to its lively look, this shoe also possesses a lime yellow outsole and lime yellow shoelaces. Other features include a pink inner lining, White/Lime Yellow Nike tag logo (tongue) and an overall thirst-quenching feel of pink lemonade! This Nike Dunk Low Pink/Lime will be available at Atmos on July 25th.
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