Check out the Nike Air Max Mercurial ?98 FC. Does it look familiar to you? If you Air Max game is on point, you might figure out where this new model derived from. Considered to be a hybrid sneaker, let’s get a closer look at the shoe.

If you play close attention to all the integral parts of the shoe, you will notice that the shoe combines the original Mercurial cleat with Air Max cushioning and puts some Hyperfuse construction on it. The first colorway that has dropped has the shoe rock a color scheme consisting of Deep Royal Blue and Black. The dark look of the shoe is broken up by adding hits of white on the sole unit, and throughout the reflective stripes on the upper. Available internationally, we will let you know if and when these drop stateside.

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Author’s Take

Hybrid or not, it’s a good looking sneaker. The Mercurial cleat with Air Max cushioning is a good look. The colorway is even nice. I can dig it.

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Detailed images of the Nike Sock Dart in Racer Blue are featured once again, as the sneaker has now arrived at select retailers.

Defined by its seamless and breathable mesh upper, the punctuating tone essentially covers the entire component. Detailed with a matching translucent mid-foot strap system that offers superb lockdown support, additional blue hits are found on the toe cap for reinforcement, speckling on the crisp white midsole and outsole unit.

Subtle contrasting black is evident on the rear portion of its outsole, while additional white accents are applied on the heel via TPU inserts.

You can purchase a pair at select Nike stockists nationwide now for a retail price tag of $130.

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Author’s Take

I’ve always like the simplistic design of this pair. The colorway is pretty nice and it should get some attention. It’s a nice pair for the season.

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Its Flyknit Ultra counterpart has been featured prominently recently, but the classic Nike Air Presto returns in another new colorway, this time doused in a pristine white finish.

Noted as a women’s pair, the sneaker is comprised of breathable mesh for its upper, while tonal TPU reinforcements are evident along the toe cap, heel cage and lacing system. Outfitted with matching laces and crisp midsole unit, reflective accents are seen on the heel pull tabs, while subtle black accents grace the rear portion of its outsole.

Finished off with the brand’s signature Swoosh branding on the toe box and midsole, you can purchase this pair at select Nike stores nationwide now for $120.

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Author’s Take

I’ve been a fan since its introduction in the 2000s. Even though it’s listed for females, it’s still versatile for males as well. The only downside is keeping it clean and large sizing.

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The Nike Air Max 90 has been one of the defining silhouette’s in Tinker Hatfield’s visible air lineup and countless athletes have proclaimed their love of the model over the years, including golfer Rory McIlroy. With that in mind, the Swoosh set out to transform the iconic running model for the golf course and what resulted was the upcoming Nike Air Zoom 90 IT. The performance golf shoe takes the casual style of the Air Max 90 into a completely new playing field with the introduction of Zoom Air on the forefoot, a waterproof upper, and Nike’s Integrated Traction system which allows one the ability to wear the shoe both on and off the course. Continue onward for a better look at Nike’s latest golf cleat below and know that the Air Zoom 90 IT will debut this Friday, May 13th in the black/white colorway followed by a June 1st release of the white/black look.

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This upcoming Monday, NIKEiD will bring some appealing new options to three silhouettes featuring iridescent uppers and clear detailing. The pristine yet bold looks will be available on the Air Max 90, Air Huarache, and Air Max Thea, each with options for lustrous iridescent uppers and city iD’s to rep your favorite metropolitan area (each example shown with “NYC”). In addition to the color-shifting upper, the Air Huarache and Air Max 90 both have options for translucent areas of the shoe, including the heel strap of the Huarache and outsole of the Air Max 90. Preview the iridescent collection here, and then remember that you can create your own pair beginning Monday, May 16th.

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The iconic Nike Air Max 90 has been transformed to fit the golf course, as the revamped design was actually prompted by pro golfer, Rory McIlroy, and his love of the silhouette.

?I wear Air Max casually off the golf course all the time,? McIlroy explains. ?Making it into a golf shoe really brings something new to the golf course. Not only is it different and very cool but it also performs well, giving me the comfort, traction and stability that I need.?

Now introduced as the Air Zoom 90 IT, the silhouette essentially maintains its iconic runner profile, while a custom Zoom Air sole is applied in the forefoot to offer lightweight and responsive cushioning. The upper boasts a waterproof, one-piece bootie construction, as a versatile rubber outsole with integrated traction allows golfers to wear the shoe both on and off the course.

Other notable details include complementary laces, matching pull tabs implemented on the tongue and respective branding situated on the rear, side panels, tongue and insoles.

McIlroy recently debuted the shoe this week at the Players Championship. You can purchase this inaugural black/white pair at select Nike accounts on May 13, with the white/black version to follow on June 1st.

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Author’s Take

The execution was really well done. I’m biased towards the silhouette’s original design and if I was an avid golfer, I would definitely purchase a pair.

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In celebration of the forthcoming 2016 Summer Olympics and also its 20th anniversary, this iconic Olympic variation of the Nike Air More Uptempo will be revived once again, as it was first seen on Scottie Pippen during the 1996 Summer games in Barcelona, Spain.

Showcased above consists of the 2016 version, and unsurprisingly, bearing the same aesthetic and build as its original counterpart. Midnight navy and white comprises the sneaker’s primary tones, while subtle pops of red are seen on the tongue to encapsulate the USA theme.

Retailing for $160, Nike retailers overseas have the shoe releasing on July 4th. It’s possible that it will arrive stateside on the same day or earlier to also coincide with our nation’s birthday.

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Author’s Take

I’ve always liked this model ever since I saw Scottie rock the pair. I’m a fan of that enlarged branding, plus the design is just appealing in my view. It’s nice to see that this colorway will be offered again.

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Following a recent black/white iteration, another Playoffs-exclusive edition of the Nike KD 8 Elite is unveiled, this time consisting of Powder Blue.

Simply the most vibrant rendition of the silhouette so far, the sneaker’s defining tone essentially covers the upper which extends to the distinctive sock support and also its outsole. The midsole unit is rendered in a gradient that blends shades of orange and yellow to further add vibrancy, while accents of white are evident on the forefoot Swoosh and branding on the heel.

Unfortunately, a release date for this pair has not been announced, but be sure to check it out on Kevin Durant throughout the remainder of the Playoffs.

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Author’s Take

If I was playing bball often, I would consider purchasing the silhouette. This colorway is too bright for my taste, but I’m a fan of the extended sock support.

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With the 2016 Summer Olympics approaching (August 5 – 21), Nike will be offering a number of its classic silhouettes that pay tribute to the international multi-sport event.

Featuring the Air Presto, Air More Uptempo, Pegasus, Air Max BW and Air Presto Flyknit Ultra — each are essentially detailed with a patriotic palette of red, white, and blue, in addition to touches of gold to signify the ceremonies.

Nike accounts overseas will offer the entire range on July 4th and it should be available stateside as well to perfectly coincide with our nation’s birthday.

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Author’s Take

I’m a fan of the entire collection and the theme is pretty well done. I’ve always liked these olympics colorway and it should get the attention it deserves.

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