March 2012
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Dwight Howard & adidas Surprise Fan During NBA...
Dwight Howard & adidas Surprise Fan During NBA All-Star Weekend
words // Brandon Richard
If you don’t believe sneaker companies are paying attention to your online reviews, think again. While reviewing his own adidas adiPower Howard back in October, Dwight Howard called out Orlando-based Youtube sneaker reviewer ZayaX0712 for not posting any videos showcasing his signature...
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adidas adiZero Rose 2.5 - St. Patrick's Day
adidas adiZero Rose 2.5 - St. Patrick’s Day
words // Brandon Richard
When the Chicago Bulls go green for their St. Patrick’s Day match-up against the Philadelphia 76ers, look for Derrick Rose to wear this special make-up of the adidas adiZero Rose 2.5. The shoe sports a Fairway Green nubuck base with luxe skin visible along the quarter and collar. Minimal hits of metallic gold...
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Cole Haan LunarGrand Leather Wingtip
Cole Haan LunarGrand Leather Wingtip
words // Brennan Hiro Williams
Following the success of the suede Cole Haan LunarGrand Wingtip, the Nike subsidiary is set to release a new rich leather version of the shoe this weekend. The hybrid LunarGrand features a traditional wingtip upper on top of a full Lunar foam midsole - a unique and stylish concoction making favorable impressions thus far.
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Nike LeBron 9 Low - Easter - New Images & Release...
Nike LeBron 9 Low - Easter - New Images & Release Info
words // Luis Sanchez
Helping us celebrate the upcoming Easter hoiday in style, Nike Basketball is treating LeBron fans to this mint colored Nike LeBron 9 Low.
Releasing as the debut colorway of the much anticipated Nike LeBron 9 Low, the special colorway features a combination of dark grey and mint. Dark grey handles most of...
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Nike Zoom Rookie LWP - Black/Anthracite - New...
Nike Zoom Rookie LWP - Black/Anthracite - New Images & Release Info
words // Luis Sanchez
Adding to yet another busy weekend of releases coming up is this traditional black-based colorway of the Zoom Rookie LWP.
Perfect for everyday use, the Zoom Rookie LWP silhouette appears in a “Blacked out” build, with minimal accents adding life to the look. Black covers the...
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Nike Air Max 90 - Obsidian / Turquoise-Grey
Nike Air Max 90 - Obsidian / Turquoise-Grey
words // Brennan Hiro Williams
While several modified versions of the Air Max 90 were introduced over the past few years, Nike Sportswear is set to introduce a large batch of new colorways on the original silhouette for the summer of 2012.
One of those Air Max 90 summer offerings features a cold Obsidian / Turquoise-Grey colorway. The sneaker...
February 2012
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Sole Collector Spotlight // What Did You Wear...
Sole Collector Spotlight // What Did You Wear Today? - 2.29.12
words // Luis Sanchez
Kanye West’s highly coveted Air Yeezy takes over this week’s latest SC Spotlight // WDYWT? making the cut in two great colorways.
The Air Yeezy leads the way today in the highly coveted Black/Pink colorway, along with the final colorway released in Net/Net. Other fan favorite sneakers featured...
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Nike SB Paul Rodriguez V - Matte Silver
Nike SB Paul Rodriguez V - Matte Silver
words // Brennan Hiro Williams
Continuing the March Nike SB footwear offerings, Nike recently released a new Matte Silver colorway of the Paul Rodriguez V signature model for the spring.
This clean colorway features a Matte Silver suede and mesh upper, sitting atop a white Lunarlon midsole. A black midsole and dark grey accents complete the shoe.
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Nike LeBron 8 V/2 - Swin Cash Player Exclusive
Nike LeBron 8 V/2 - Swin Cash Player Exclusive
words // Luis Sanchez
During her time in the WNBA as a member of the Seattle Storm, Swin Cash was laced with some pretty exclusive footwear courtesy of Nike Basketball.
Among the player exclusive footwear she rocked for the storm was this unique LeBron 8 V/2 matching Seattle’s white-based home jerseys. The player exclusive...
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Nike Zoom Kobe VII - Wolf - New Images
Nike Zoom Kobe VII - Wolf - New Images
words // Luis Sanchez
Nike Basketball continues their Kobe Bryant Predator Pack with this upcoming release of the “Wolf” Zoom Kobe VII.
Representing Kobe’s killer instinct on the court, the “Wolf” Zoom Kobe VII displays a combination of grey, white, black and orange. Fittingly, wolf grey handles most of the synthetic...
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Nike Air Max 1 - Cyber/White-Neutral Grey
Nike Air Max 1 - Cyber/White-Neutral Grey
words // Luis Sanchez
Another great release from Nike Sportswear scheduled for this spring is this all new eye catching colorway of the timeless Air Max 1.
Also known as the Air Max ‘87, the classic silhouette is built up with an interesting canvas twill construction. A volt-like hue known as “Cyber” covers the entire twill...
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Nike Huarache Free 2012 - Black/Tropique-Magenta
Nike Huarache Free 2012 - Black/Tropique-Magenta
words // Luis Sanchez
Nike Sportswear continues to unveil their upcoming spring offerings with this all new colorway of the Huarache Free 2012 surfacing on the web today.
Offering us our first black-based look for the Nike Huarache Free 2012, this latest pair displays a color combination that’s reminiscent of Nike’s classic...
Air Max 97 VT - White/White - Now Available
Air Max 97 VT - White/White - Now Available
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Video // Nike Soccer - Brazil vs Brazil
Video // Nike Soccer - Brazil vs Brazil
words // Brennan Hiro Williams
Nike Soccer/Football presents a new spot featuring the Brazil national team, including superstars Neymar and Alexandre Pato, taking on mirror images of themselves on the pitch, alluding to the notion that the powerhouse Canarinho team can only beat themselves. The commercial shows off Nike’s new national team...
Sneaker Watch: DRose Lifts Bulls To Victory
Sneaker Watch: DRose Lifts Bulls To Victory
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Nike Kukini Free 2012
Nike Kukini Free 2012
words // Brennan Hiro Williams
Alpha Project fans have reason to rejoice, as a new version of the Nike Kukini sets to release this year. The unique, slip-on running shoe returns, modified with a Nike FREE 5.0 sole, and is available in multiple colorways including Soar/Cyber White and Black/Anthracite-Sail (both pictured below).
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Jordan X Auto Clave - White/Old Royal
Jordan X Auto Clave - White/Old Royal
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Air Jordan 1 Phat - Anthracite/Club Purple-Spark
Air Jordan 1 Phat - Anthracite/Club Purple-Spark
words // Brandon Richard
Here’s an official look at the second of two new Air Jordan 1 Phat styles due out in April. Featuring an anthracite mesh and synthetic base, the shoe is helped by tumbled Club Purple leather overlays along the toebox, heel, eyestay and forefoot. Also done in purple is the elephant print textured Swoosh logos...
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SUPRA Skytop III - "Mag"
SUPRA Skytop III - “Mag”
words // Brandon Richard
When you see the name “Mag” associated with a sneaker, you’re inclined to think of Marty McFly’s self-lacing Nike sneakers from the movie Back to the Future II. However, when linked to this Skytop III release from SUPRA Footwear, “Mag” simply refers to the magenta satin TUF used for the...
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adidas adiPower Howard 2 - Lei Feng
adidas adiPower Howard 2 - Lei Feng
words // Brandon Richard
During halftime of Sunday night’s NBA All-Star Game, Dwight Howard switched out of his vibrant Orange County-inspired All-Star kicks and laced up the upcoming “Lei Feng” colorway of the adidas adiPower 2. Designed in tribute to Chinese national culture and People’s Liberation Army soldier Lei Feng, the...
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Air Jordan Retro 14 - White/Varsity Red-Black -...
Air Jordan Retro 14 - White/Varsity Red-Black - Official Images & Release Date
words // Brandon Richard
As we reported yesterday, the Air Jordan 14 is set to return in another original colorway less than two weeks from now. Last released in 2006, the “Bulls Home” retro features a ribbed perforated white leather upper with Varsity Red accenting the black mesh tongue bar,...
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Creative Recreation Geno - Spring 2012
Creative Recreation Geno - Spring 2012
words // Brandon Richard
Following the unveiling of their Spring 2012 campaign video, Creative Recreation serves up the Geno high-top in a variety of new styles. First, buyers are treated to vibrant cherry, purple and aqua colorways, constructed with highly durable nylon. Additionally, there are more subtle black and white-based shoes that feature...
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Video // Kyrie Irving Appearance at House of Hoops...
Video // Kyrie Irving Appearance at House of Hoops Orlando
words // Brandon Richard
The frontrunner for NBA Rookie of the Year at the break, Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie irving was selected to start for Team Chuck in the Rising Stars Challenge. Kyrie didn’t disappoint on the big stage, knocking down all eight of his three-point shot attempts en route to 34 points for the...
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Air Jordan 1 Phat - White/Peat Moss-Cargo Khaki
Air Jordan 1 Phat - White/Peat Moss-Cargo Khaki
words // Brandon Richard
Continuing the seemingly never-ending onslaught of new Air Jordan 1 colorways, the Jordan Brand is preparing to drop the Phat variation in this fresh white-based style for Spring 2012. The look is complemented by Cargo Khaki green on the toebox, tongue badge, Wings and mesh paneling on the side panels and collar....
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Video: Creative Recreation Spring 2012 Campaign...
Video: Creative Recreation Spring 2012 Campaign Launch
words // Brandon Richard
Creative Recreation takes us to sunny Palm Springs for their Spring 2012 Collection. To introduce the new lineup, they’ve linked up with California’s Agency K.A. for a video to spearhead their latest campaign. The clip, which stars model Victor Ross, follows a single individual and his quest for...
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Video // Kobe Bryant Appearance at House of Hoops...
Video // Kobe Bryant Appearance at House of Hoops Orlando
words // Brandon Richard
It’s not often that one can say that they broke one of Michael Jordan’s scoring records, but Kobe Bryant topped one of MJ’s old marks this past weekend. In the 61st NBA All-Star Game, Kobe dropped 27 points to become the all-time All-Star scoring leader with 271 points in 14 appearances....
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Video // Kobe Bryant Appearance at House of Hoops...
Video // Kobe Bryant Appearance at House of Hoops Orlando
words // Brandon Richard
It’s not often that one can say that they broke one of Michael Jordan’s scoring records, but Kobe Bryant topped one of his old marks this past weekend. In the 61st NBA All-Star Game, Kobe dropped 27 points to eclipse MJ’s all-time All-Star Game scoring record, pushing his own total to 271...
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Air Jordan 2012 Deluxe - Black/White - Official...
Air Jordan 2012 Deluxe - Black/White - Official Images & Release Date
words // Brandon Richard
The Jordan Brand is set to serve up the next deluxe colorway of the AIr Jordan 2012 in March. Described as the “Tinker Hatfield Edition” on the Jordan Facebook Page, the shoe features a wingtip-inspired black and white colorway with large tonal Jumpman branding on the lateral...
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Forgotten Footwear // Etonic Hakeem Olajuwon...
Forgotten Footwear // Etonic Hakeem Olajuwon Signature Shoes
words // Zack Schlemmer
Back in the 1980’s before almost every elite basketball player was gobbled up by now giants Nike and adidas, there was a time when some of the game’s best were endorsed by a variety of different brands. Some big and some small. For Hakeem Olajuwon, his first signature sneaker came from Etonic, a...
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Video // Heir Jordan Legacy Pilot - Season 1,...
Video // Heir Jordan Legacy Pilot - Season 1, Episode 1, Part 1
words // Brandon Richard
The Jordan brothers, Marcus and Jeff, have finally released the pilot episode of their Heir Jordan Legacy online video series. Along with longtime friend and UCF teammate A.J. Rompza, the three young men gives us a little background information about themselves and detail the overall mission of the...
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SC Celebrity Sneaker Watch // Rihanna Wears CdG...
SC Celebrity Sneaker Watch // Rihanna Wears CdG PLAY x Converse Chuck Taylor
words // Brennan Hiro Williams
Multi-platinum R&B singer and star of the upcoming movie Battleship, Rihanna stepped out in London today wearing the Comme des Garçons PLAY x Converse Chuck Taylor All Star High.
The white casual sneaker, part of a recurring collaboration between Converse and the Rei Kawabuko...
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SC Celebrity Sneaker Watch // Rihanna Wears CdG...
SC Celebrity Sneaker Watch // Rihanna Wears CdG PLAY x Converse Chuck Taylor
words // Brennan Hiro Williams
Multi-platinum R&B singer and star of the upcoming movie Battleship, Rihanna stepped out in London today wearing the Comme des Garçons PLAY x Converse Chuck Taylor All Star High.
The white casual sneaker, part of a recurring collaboration between Converse and the Rei Kawabuko...
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Nike Footscape Free PRM NSG - Upcoming Release
Nike Footscape Free PRM NSG - Upcoming Release
words // Luis Sanchez
It appears like Nike Sportswear has more colorways in the works for the recently introduced Footscape Free, with yet another interesting sample surfacing on the web today.
Providing us with more of a toned down colorway compared to the debut release pairs, this upcoming look for the Footscape Free utilizes several...
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Nike Air Tailwind Night Track NRG "Disco"
Nike Air Tailwind Night Track NRG “Disco”
words // Brennan Hiro Williams
Nike Sportswear presents a silver/blue colorway of the Nike Air Tailwind Night Track, exclusive to Paris-based retailer colette.
The silver/blue “Disco” Air Tailwind Night Track is set to drop at the colette Carnaval, celebrating colette’s 15th anniversary. The sneaker release coincides...
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Release Recap // Nike "Galaxy" All-Star Footwear...
Release Recap // Nike “Galaxy” All-Star Footwear Collection
DaReal08 appeared to have no trouble getting his hand’s on some of this year’s “Galaxy” Collection.
words // Luis Sanchez
This past weekend marked a release that will forever be remembered by sneaker collectors all over the world. Easily one of the most hyped footwear releases of all time,...
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Classic Commercial: Penny Hardaway and the Nike...
Classic Commercial: Penny Hardaway and the Nike Air Flight One
words // Zack Schlemmer
With the much hyped All Star Weekend release of the Nike Air Flight One in its original 1994-95 “Orlando” colorway as well as the glow in the dark “Galaxy” edition, this week’s Classic Commercial brings to you the original Nike ad starring Penny in his prime discussing what it...
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Nike SB Eric Koston - Old Royal
Nike SB Eric Koston - Old Royal
words // Brennan Hiro Williams
Another March release, Nike Skateboarding rolls out the newest colorway of the Eric Koston pro model in a bold Old Royal colorway.
The Old Royal Koston features an all blue, TPU-reinforced suede upper with contrast white branding. Drop-in Lunlarlon cushioning provides impact protection and comfort.
The Old Royal Nike SB...
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Air Jordan Retro 14 - White/Varsity Red-Black -...
Air Jordan Retro 14 - White/Varsity Red-Black - New Images & Release Info
words // Luis Sanchez
Following last year’s release of the “Last Shot” Air Jordan Retro 14, the Jordan Brand is now treating us to yet another classic colorway of the iconic silhouette.
Returning for the second time since their official release back in ‘98, the White/Varsity Red Air...
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adidas Originals ObyO David Beckham - ZX 800 DB
adidas Originals ObyO David Beckham - ZX 800 DB
words // Brennan Hiro Williams
Part of the S/S ‘12 Originals by Originals David Beckham collection, adidas presents the ZX 800 DB, available in two new colorways.
Co-creators David Beckham and James Bond put their own twist on the classic mesh and suede 80s runner, which is available in Chalk/Electric Lemon and Grey Rock/Infrared.
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Nike SB Blazer High - Quasar Purple - Now...
Nike SB Blazer High - Quasar Purple - Now Available
words // Luis Sanchez
Adding to Nike Skateboarding’s already impressive March footwear line-up is this latest purple-based build of the SB Blazer High.
Reminscent of the 2010 “Club Purple” SB Bruin, the SB Blazer High arrives in a sweet “Quasar Purple” suede based colorway. The vibrant purple hue covers...
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Jordan Fly Wade II - Marquette Golden Eagles
Jordan Fly Wade II - Marquette Golden Eagles
words // Luis Sanchez
As one of the biggest names representing the Jordan Brand in the NBA, it’s only right that Dwyane Wade’s former Marquette Golden Eagles are treated to some exclusive footwear for next month’s NCAA Tournament.
Just in time for March Madness, the Fly Wade II arrives in a Golden Eagles inspired colorway...
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Nike Dunk High - "Be True To Your School"...
Nike Dunk High - “Be True To Your School” Collection
words // Luis Sanchez
Just in time for next month’s NCAA Tournament, Nike Sportswear is gearing up to release the original “March Madness” shoe as part of the Dunk High “Be True To Your School” Collection.
Putting together an impressive pack, the “Be True To Your School”...
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Nike SB Zoom Stefan Janoski Premium - Metallic...
Nike SB Zoom Stefan Janoski Premium - Metallic Silver / Anthracite
words // Brennan Hiro Williams
Part of the March delivery now hitting stores, Nike Skateboarding is rolling out a new colorway of the Stefan Janoski pro model in Metallic Silver and Anthracite.
The Metallic Silver/Anthracite edition of the Nike SB Janoski also features an interesting material choice, opting for a jersey...
Nike Air Diamond Turf II - White/Black
Nike Air Diamond Turf II - White/Black
adidas Crazy 8 - Collegiate Royal/Red-White
adidas Crazy 8 - Collegiate Royal/Red-White
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Alexander McQueen x PUMA Street Climb Mid Leather
Alexander McQueen x PUMA Street Climb Mid Leather
words // Brennan Hiro Williams
Alexander McQueen and PUMA present a new offering of the Street Climb Mid, this time in rich calfskin leather. The shoe is available in White, Black and Fresh Salmon colorways, each sitting atop a white outsole. Subtle details, including boot lacing at the ankle, 3D diamond patterns on the midsole and a metal...
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Video: LeBron Live Appearance at House of Hoops...
Video: LeBron Live Appearance at House of Hoops Orlando
words // Brandon Richard
Before dropping 36 points in Sunday night’s NBA All-Star Game, Miami Heat forward LeBron James stopped by House of Hoops Orlando at Florida Mall to give waiting fans the rundown on his “Galaxy” Nike LeBron 9 shoes. In the clip below, LeBron speaks about the concept of the orange-based...
Air Jordan 2012 - Quick & Explosive - Now...
Air Jordan 2012 - Quick & Explosive - Now Available
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Nike Kobe VII - Poison Dart Frog "Lakers"
Nike Kobe VII - Poison Dart Frog “Lakers”
words // Brandon Richard
Following last week’s “Easter” reveal, we get our first detailed look at the Lakers-inspired colorway from the Nike Kobe VII “Poison Dart Frog” Pack. Styled after the unique skin pattern of the frog, the shoe sports a swirled Court Purple and Tour Yellow synthetic upper,...
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Nike Zoom KD IV - Texas Longhorns
Nike Zoom KD IV - Texas Longhorns
words // Brandon Richard
With March Madness on the horizon, Kevin Durant’s Nike Zoom KD IV is set to hit select retailers in a colorway representing his alma mater, the University of Texas. The shoe, which we first showed you back in January, features a burnt orange synthetic and mesh build. Contrasting hits of white appear on toebox and strap...