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Nike Challenge Court Mid - Summit White/Midnight Navy-Gym Red

words // Brandon Richard

With the 2012 French Open now in full swing, the time couldn’t be any better to preview this returning Nike Tennis Classic. Worn by the fiery John McEnroe in 1984, the Challenge Court is a vintage silhouette that features a court-ready leather and mesh build, complete with a padded collar for extra protection. This particular pair, similar to the original, sports a clean Summit White base with navy and red accents throughout.

With an expected drop date of July, you can pre-order the Challenge Court Mid now at Titolo.

Nike Challenge Court Mid
519106-160 Summit White/Midnight Navy-Gym Red

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Cole Haan x fragment design Announcement - July 2012

words // Brennan Hiro Williams

In what is sure to be a sought after release, a collaboration between Cole Haan and Hiroshi Fujiwara’s fragment design was announced earlier today.

Following the well-received releases of the Cole Haan LunarGrand Wingtip and LunarGrand Chukka, it will be interesting to see what spin fragment brings to the table. Will they utilize an existing LunarGrand model, or will they debut a whole new design? 

The Cole Haan x fragment design collaboration will launch at Dover Street Market Ginza on July 27. Stay tuned to Sole Collector for further details. 

Nike Air Force 180 - USAB Pack

words // Brandon Richard

Famously worn by the “Round Mound of Rebound” as he led the original Dream Team in scoring during their 1992 Gold Medal run in Barcelona, the USA Basketball colorway of the classic Nike Air Force 180 is set to return to retail this summer. The white-based mid-top is accented by a heavy amount of Midnight Navy. with red and metallic gold tastefully added in areas throughout. Capping off the look below is a 180-Max air bag and partially translucent rubber outsole.

Targeting for a July release, the USAB Air Force 180 can be pre-ordered at End Clothing next month.

07/2012 Nike Air Force 180
310095-100 White/White-Midnight Navy-Metallic Gold

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Sole Collector Spotlight // What Did You Wear Today? - 5.29.12

words // Luis Sanchez

Following another holiday weekend, our popular SC WDYWT? Spotlight is back again today with another impressive selection of kicks.

Leading the way today are a variety of fan-favorite running silhouettes, ranging from the New Balance 1500 to the timeless Nike Air Flow. Also featured today are two great colorways of the Roshe Run, seen in Black/Sail and Sport Red/Sail. Today’s bunch is completed by several other favorites, including the “Unkle” SB Dunk High and Jordan Spiz’ike.

Continue below for a look at today’s entire line-up, as part of our latest SC Spotlight // WDYWT?

SharpSHOEter in the Nike Roshe Run.

FIVE30 in the Nike SB Dunk Low.

CNHolley1 in the Jordan Spz’ike.

NayKickz in the “Unkle” Nike SB Dunk High.

Drastic in the “Playoff” Air Jordan Retro 8.

DonJuan513 in the New Balance 574 Custom.

Jaliskoe23 in the atmos x Nike Air Max 1.

CrazyCrepes7 in the Solebox x New Balance 1500 “Toothpaste.”

JBenz501 in the Nike Roshe Run.

R0B0T5 in the Nike Air Flow.

Nike Air Yeezy 2 Hitting Retail & Celebrity Twitter Accounts

words // Brandon Richard

With the June release pretty much looking like it’s a go, we’re finally starting to see the Nike Air Yeezy 2 make the celebrity Twitter rounds. Several sneaker personalities shared their latest pickups today, showcasing the highly anticipated sequel in both the Black/Solar Red and Wolf Grey/Pure Platinum colorways. Additionally, Nike Stadium Paris sent out a photo and let customers know that both colorways would be dropping soon.

Nothing has been confirmed by Nike at the moment, but it looks like the Yeezy 2 will finally see the light of day in the coming weeks. Keep checking Sole Collector for the latest. 

Ben Baller

Big Tigger

DJ Clark Kent

Fat Joe

Reggie Yates

Nike Stadium Paris

Nike Blazer Low VNTG - size? Exclusive - Sail / Red

words // Brennan Hiro Williams

Amid the release of several new Nike Blazer Vintage colorways this summer, UK retailer size? is also rolling out exclusive coloways of the sneaker, including this low top in Sail / Red. 

This size? Exclusive version features premium sail white leather on the upper with red accents. Consistent with other vintage releases, this Blazer also utilizes an “oxidized” midsole and foam tongue. 

The Sail / Red Nike Blazer Low VNTG size? Exclusive is limited to 500 pairs, and is available now in the size? online store.

Nike Soccer Unveils Hong Kong National Team Kits

Nike Soccer Unveils Hong Kong National Team Kits

New Balance Made In England 576 - “Cutting Room” Pack

words // Brennan Hiro Williams

First seen in the “Excellent Makers” series earlier this year, New Balance provides a closer look at the “Cutting Room” pack, a trio of Made In England 576 runners celebrating 30 years of manufacturing in the UK.

The three colorways honor the Flimby factory’s three most senior craftsmen: Andy Mandle, Roy Bell and Billy Edgar. 

The New Balance Made In England 576  ”Cutting Room” pack drops this August at select New Balance retailers.

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Nike Air Max 1 VNTG - Four Colorways

words // Luis Sanchez

Expected to release later this year, Nike Sportswear recently brought to life four vintage builds of the classic Air Max ‘87 runner.

Celebrating 25 years since the first visible Air shoe was introduced to the world, NSW will release four vintage looks for the classic runner. We’ll see tradtional looks in both the original men’s and women’s colorways, along with the original USA-inspired color scheme. A darker build will also be made available, utilzing obsidian, black and grey.

Stay tuned to Sole Collector for further details regarding the release of the Air Max 1 VNTG.

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Nike Free Powerlines+ - Midnight Fog

words // Luis Sanchez

Nike Running introduces to us another innovative design with the all new Nike Free Powerlines+ currently on it’s way to retailers.

The brand new silhouette creates it’s look with a full mesh build, leather overlays and a unique lacing system that helps earn them the “Powerlines” label. Midnight fog handles most of the upper, while a smooth shade of blue accents on the laces, liner and Nike branding. A grey-splattered off-white Free sole completes the look down below.

The Nike Free Powerlines+ is expected to hit retail soon. Stay tuned to Sole Collector for official release details.

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