Now we’ll be seeing the retro runner from Nike outfitted in the same exact colorway but with a modern look thanks to a full snakeskin upper. Instead of utilizing the classic mesh and neoprene upper this Air Max Classic BW uses a premium snakeskin upper in black along with Persian Violet and White accents.
No release date has been announced yet but you can expect these to hopefully arrive in the states in the near future.
Wolf Grey And Metallic Silver Combine On This New Colorway Of The Nike KD 8
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After unveiling the Nike KD 8 Elite earlier this week, today we take a look at a brand new colorway of the original KD 8.
This time around Kevin Durant’s 8th signature shoe with the Swoosh takes on a Wolf Grey Flyweave upper with Metallic Silver detailing on the midsole, Swoosh and KD logos. Wrapping things up is a gum outsole. There is a close resemblance between this pair and a GS release that drops at the end of the month, but thankfully for the guys this pair will release in men’s sizes.
There is no exact release date yet but this silver colorway of the KD 8 could be releasing later this month. Stay tuned for updates.
The Sooners have some high hopes heading into NCAA basketball madness this month, and it looks like they’ll have at least two Nike signature shoes made just for them to carry their squad throughout the heightened competition. Both the Kyrie 2 and the Kobe 11 Elite have been issued to Oklahoma in clean team-based colorways, but the Kobe 11 deserves some extra shine for the contrasting grey Flyknit that sits atop the white soles. Don’t expect these to hit retailers, but you might be able to get something similar through NIKEiD.
Buy, Pass, Wait: Nike Air Foamposite Pro Pure Platinum, Air Jordan 12 GS Dynamic Pink, CLOT x Asics
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In this week’s Buy, Pass, Wait, the staff gathers to talk about (what else?) the weekly Air Jordan retros, but this time there’s a little bit of a kiddie twist since there’s a lot of buzz for the Air Jordan 12 dropping in GS sizes. But there are other releases to talk about as well, including the latest premium Nike KD 8, a CLOT and Asics collab, the latest Nike Air Yeezy 2 colorway to the get the Foamposite treatment that dropped today.
Juan Martinez, Editor-In-Chief: (BUY) As a kid and Bret Hart stan, this would have been an awesome pair to rock with those cheap sunglasses he wore to the ring. As an adult, I wish I could cop these but hey, the kids, ladies and dudes with smaller feet deserve to have the exclusive at times as well. Maybe the moral is brands should just make everything available in all sizes.
Andres Carrillo, News: (PASS) I’m really selective with what Air Jordan retros I buy these days and I’m just not a fan of pink. I could actually buy these thanks to the extended GS sizing, but pink just isn’t a color I like having on my shoes.
Juan Carrillo, News: (BUY) If I were a kid, I’d probably be all over these. They’re quite bold and you will definitely make a statement with these on. I know a few grown men that won’t be happy that Jordan Brand didn’t make these in their size. Me on the other hand, I’m cool.
Renz Ofiaza, News:(PASS) Even if I was in my childhood days, this isn’t a pair I would consider purchasing. The colorway screams a feminine vibe obviously, but it does support the breast cancer awareness theme perfectly so maybe it should have had Kay Yow branding.
EIC Juan: (GOT ‘EM) Certain Air Jordan models should never steer away from the simple or tonal colorways and the Air Jordan 2 is one of them. With the textured leather finish, this is one of the better new 2 colorways to drop in a long time.
Andres: (WAIT) The more I see this colorway of the Air Jordan 2 the more I like it. I like the textured leather upper and the “Wing It” branding on the heels. However I’d rather just wait for the black/chrome or Chicago colorways to release again rather than pulling the trigger on an Air Jordan 2 that I “kind of” like.
News Juan: (WAIT) Decent colorway, cool inspiration behind the shoe. I’ve been looking for an Air Jordan 2 to pick up, and although I like this pair, I don’t love it. I’d rather take the chance and wait to see if I can get them way below retail.
Renz: (BUY) Just because of its colorway, the sneaker is pretty versatile and great for everyday wear in my view.
CLOT x Asics Gel Lyte 3 Sand and Lavender
EIC Juan: (PASS) Great execution but that hue of purple/lavender with a mismatching outsole just isn’t appealing to me. Ditto for the sand colorway as well.
Andres: (WAIT) I have a thing for Gel Lyte 3s so I usually pay attention to any colorway that releases, especially if it’s a collaboration. Both of these colorways are great for the Spring but if I had to pick one I would have to go with the Sand colorway.
News Juan: (PASS) The theme is executed nicely on the shoe, but the overall design is fairly simple. There’s just not enough on the shoe to make me want a pair. I like Asics Gel Lyte 3, but these colorways just don’t cut it.
Renz: (BUY) I’m pretty inclined towards runners and the tonal finishes on these are pretty solid. I’m more for the Sand version though.
Nike KD 8 EXT Vachetta Tan
EIC Juan: (PASS) The orange Zoom Air bubbles are an abomination on a colorway that had so much potential. The lining, Flywire and laces should have also been tan instead of a contrasting white.
Andres: (PASS) Nike would have hit the mark on this colorway of the KD 8 but the hits of orange just kill the entire look. There also should have been an actual textured Swoosh and not a perforated one. This shoe/colorway had potential (like the CP3.IX) but Nike didn’t execute it like they should have.
News Juan: (PASS) I’ve never been a big fan of any of the Nike EXT models. While I do like the Vachetta Tan being used on the upper, it’s still not enough to make me want to wear a pair casually. Plus, those orange hits on the midsole really irk me.
Renz: (BUY) With this colorway trending as of late, I’m just biased towards it honestly. I would’ve preferred it even more if there weren’t orange accents applied, and instead kept simple in tan/white.
EIC Juan: (PASS) Yeah, unless it’s the Pearl colorway that Tim Duncan wore back in the days or the pair that came with the Class of ’97 pack that dropped late last year, I just can’t get behind the Foamposite Pro. Besides, I got them in the game already.
Andres: (PASS) I still find it pretty ridiculous how Foamposites are priced for $230-$250 and lots of people are actually willing to spend that much money on them. Out of all three Yeezy-inspired colorways this is probably the best one (if I was forced to pick ) but it’s an easy pass for me.
News Juan: (PASS) Three reasons why I’ll be passing these up. I don’t like the Nike Air Foamposite Pro model. Not a fan of the Yeezy inspiration behind the shoe. Not a fan of the price. That’s more than enough reasons to warrant my pass, right?
Renz: (WAIT) I used to wear this silhouette a lot back then. The build is just pretty durable. Aside from being another jab at Kanye, the colorway is just appealing in general. I’m not that crazy about it though.
What Michael Jordan Moment Has Nike Not “Exploited” Yet That You Would Like To See On A Retro?
EIC Juan: 1996 All-Star Game
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Michael Jordan’s first All-Star Game since 1993 was a pretty monumental moment and yes, while he did wear the pretty memorable Air Jordan 11 Columbia, a pair of 11s based on those San Antonio-themed jerseys would be crazy. Not sure it would be a good idea the more I think about it, but I would be interested to see how Jordan Brand would interpret the teal, pink, grey and orange on the Air Jordan 11.
Andres: “A Spectacular Move”
One Michael Jordan moment that I can think of that hasn’t been exploited by Jordan Brand yet is Michael’s miraculous layup where he switches hands in mid-air during the 1991 NBA Finals against the Lakers. In that game he’s wearing the Air Jordan 6 Black Infrared but I’m sure that Jordan Brand could think of a new colorway (maybe inspired by the Lakers that isn’t this?) to bring that moment to life on a sneaker.
News Juan: Indiana Pacers
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Michael Jordan predominantly wore the Air Jordan 13 during his last title run during the 1997-1998 season. During that year he happened to play the Indiana Pacers (my favorite team) in the Eastern Conference Finals. The series went to game 7 with of course the Bulls narrowly coming out on top. Some people may not know this, but the Indiana Pacers took the Chicago Bulls (and Michael Jordan) to their only 7-game playoff series during their championship runs. So why not make a Indiana Pacers-themed Air Jordan 13 that pays homage to the 7-game series and name it the Air Jordan 13 Game 7? Sounds like it has potential to me, right? Kind of like how the Air Jordan 7 Three Times a Charm was inspired by his Western Conference Finals opponents, why not show an Eastern Conference foe some love.
Renz: Hall Of Fame Suit
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Aside from that hilarious meme from his hall of fame induction speech, maybe what MJ wore during the ceremony can inspire a colorway, even though the suit was pretty classic on its own already. Or maybe those watery eyes will inspire something, just kidding.
KoF Live: Unboxing The Nike LunarEpic Flyknit Fancy Box (Video)
By SoleInsider
Last night, we were invited to check out the launch of the Nike LunarEpic Flyknit, the latest runner in Nike’s vast arsenal. Featuring a Flyknit collar and a laser-cut Lunarlon midsole that makes the shoe a softer ride than ever before. And I would know because I ran walked in them.
Sadly, because of a situation that involved my wisdom teeth (that’s plural), I was unable to participate in the run itself, but I had a chance to put on a trial pair while at the Nike Running station in Santa Monica.
Without hesitation, I can say that the LunarEpic is hands down, the softest pair of Lunars I’ve ever worn and considering the heritage of the Lunar and the number of runners, basketball kicks and golf shoes I’ve worn with the tech in the past, that’s pretty high praise. According to Nike, that’s the result of the laser-cut Lunarlon midsole and through the use of heat instead of glue, they are able to create a more flexible and efficient ride, targeting the specific spots of the foot that need the cushioning the most. The Lunar pods were really the first thing I noticed after walking in the LunarEpic.
The other big innovation or crossover that’s found in the LunarEpic is the Flyknit collar. It’s been found everywhere from soccer boots to Kobes to last week’s Nike Koston 3s, and now we have it in runners. The implication is still the same – you “feel” the support of a mid even though it’s more of a sock – but the biggest difference for me and my wider feet is that the shoe no longer comes up against my heel and scratches it. That was a problem I had with the Nike MercurialX Proximo Street; because it was so snug, even walking in them with a half size up to an 11.5 was a constant hassle. The LunarEpic has more wiggle room, but it doesn’t become an issue where my feet sliding around the shoe and interfering with what would be my hypothetical run. I would still recommend a half size up if this is something you’re interested in though.
I received the Black/Photo Blue/Poison Green colorway, which I felt was the best of the bunch besides the Black/Hyper Orange/Laser Orange combination. It’ll be interesting to see if this will catch on with the sneaker community with more Multicolor-styled colorways because as it stands, the only Flyknit that they really care about are the Racers and the occasional Air Max.
For $175, the LunarEpic is a premium runner that appears to live up to the billing so far. People won’t really be able to get a great feel from them until after they’ve gone through the paces and put them through a few years, but so far it’s off to a great start.
The Nike Air Force 1 Takes Inspiration From The Air Jordan 1
By SoleInsider
Two new colorways of the iconic Nike Air Force 1 will be releasing that take inspiration from another sneaker that is just as iconic.
Later this year we’ll be seeing an Air Force 1 J Pack that places two legendary colorways of the Air Jordan 1 onto the low-top version of the Nike Air Force 1. Thus duo of Air Force 1s take inspiration from the Bred and Royal colorways of the Air Jordan 1 with very similar color blocking.
Neither pair has a confirmed release date yet but we can expect them either in the Spring or Summer.
If you can’t get your hands on the Bred or Royal (highs) then this is a decent alternative. Come to think of it you might as well just get the Air Jordan 1 Lows of the same color instead. Solid colorways for fans of the Air Force 1 though.
Look Out Below, The Air Jordan 4 Dunk From Above Is Coming Soon
The Nike Hyperrev 2016 Is Ready For March Madness With The Net Collector Society
By SoleInsider
If you’re a basketball fan, March means one thing: Madness! The Nike Zoom HyperRev 2016 gets ready for the upcoming NCAA basketball tournament with this year’s Net Collectors Society colorways, including the Zoom HyperRev 2016 we see here. Just like last year’s collection, the 2016 NCS theme (also including the HyperLive) features a multi-colored array of graphics up top matched by the unique outsole against a predominantly black and white upper?presumably to cover all the color bases no matter what your favorite college squad may be. With plenty of time to grab a pair before March Madness begins, the Zoom HyperRev 2016 “Net Collectors Society” is available now at retailers like Villa.
Kevin Durant and the Oklahoma City Thunder have had a rough week. From a Clippers comeback to another Golden State Warriors loss, the Thunder and KD need something to boost their spirits: like a new Durant team model being unveiled. Today we get a look at what could be the Nike KD Trey 5 IV. While Durant’s latest Elite model is taking hightops to towering new heights thanks to Leo Chang’s unique design, his KD Trey series has always offered up a formidable playing shoe on a more standard side of things. This pair features a positive thumbs up logo patch on the tongue to let KD and OKC know everything’s going to be okay going forward for the rest of the season, and that this past week was just one big hiccup. At least, we’d like to think so. Check out a full preview below and we’ll keep you updated on more KD releases right here on Sneaker News.
Nike Gives The Air Classic BW The Snakeskin Treatment
By SoleInsider
The Nike Air Classic BW is having a moment. The classic retro running model had the near-impossible task of following up the memorable Nike Air Max 90, and did a pretty good job at that, becoming a lifestyle staple in overseas territories like the UK with the occasional bring-back stateside. While the iconic “Persian Violet” colorway has released a number of times, today we get a look at a new lifestyle twist – synthetic snakeskin wraps around the black upper to add a trendy finish to the ‘Big Window’ championing model for a modern upgrade. We’re excited to see what else the 25th anniversary of the BW has instore. Check out more of NSW’s latest revamp of the Air Classic BW in premium snakeskin below and we’ll keep you updated on a release date right here on Sneaker News.
The Nike Air Force 1 Low Flyknit Releases Tomorrow In White And Multi-Color
By SoleInsider
The next generation of the Nike Air Force 1 has begun, with the the new Flyknit version now hitting the shelves and already in the sneaker rotations of many around the world. The future of Forces continues with two more releases this weekend for the low-top edition of the silhouette, featuring looks in opposite ends of the spectrum: pristine all-white and a black-based rainbow of “multi-color”. You can take your pick of the newest Nike Air Force 1 Low Flyknit, or grab both, at select Nike Sportswear retailers everywhere this Saturday, March 5th.
These Premium Nike Mayfly Releases Are Exclusive To Europe
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Designed as the definition of a minimalist running shoe, the Nike Mayfly racer stripped down the shoe to its barest essentials, so much so that it was only intended to last around 62 miles of running. The ultra lightweight Tyvek upper has now been switched up to a more durable textile material for these ‘Premium’ editions this spring, taking the silhouette from the races to the streets for everyday wear. The Mayfly releases in these three colorways you see here, including red, white, and blue options all intricately striped with black. Unfortunately for Stateside fans of the Mayfly, this spring’s premium editions are exclusive to European Nike Sportswear accounts only.
Earlier this week we showed you the Nike Running Lunar “Midnight Pack” containing the LunarTempo 2, Lunarglide 7, and Flyknit Lunar 3. But what you didn’t see?because Nike hadn’t unveiled it yet?was the brand-new LunarEpic Flyknit with the same “Midnight” colorway. Just unveiled and released yesterday, the innovative LunarEpic Flyknit with a high-cut Flyknit collar and dual-density Lunarlon foam sole also receives the Midnight look with a mix of black and Anthracite for the Flyknit upper with Barely Green soles and Metallic Pewter accents. The bold new runner and the rest of the Midnight Pack can be purchased now from Nike.com and select Nike Running retailers.
New looks keep coming in for the Nike KD 8, with this version in Wolf Grey up next. Going for a more neutral look than many of the vibrant colorways we’ve seen for Kevin Durant’s eighth signature shoe so far, the all-grey Flyweave upper is paired with a gum rubber outsole for a clean and classy look on or off the court. No release date for the “Wolf Grey” KD 8 is available yet, so stay tuned to Sneaker News for further details.
The Nike Kobe 11 Saga Continues With Orange & Black Skull Logo
By SoleInsider
One of the finer details of the Kobe 11 signature shoe is the right heel of the shoe. Every release features a different emblem of some sort that represents a different phase of the Black Mamba, but this upcoming orange/grey/black pair with a skull logo has us all scratching our heads. We’re certain the inspiration of that feature will surface soon, but quite honestly it’s much more entertaining to be surprised by these innovative details. More angles are just ahead, so flip through them and we’ll let you know when these will exactly hit store; they’re currently rumored for a March 25th release, but that’s not confirmed quite yet.
Nike continues to drop even more Air Force 1 Highs with that “original” flavor. After debuting in the OG white/silver colorway several seasons back, the Swoosh brand has continued with an unrelenting string of AF1 Highs in neat colorways packaged with a simple all-white synthetic leather upper and a supporting secondary color unit on the Swoosh, sole, and strap. Tomorrow, select shops in Europe and Asia will release a basic (in a positive way) take on the high-top shoe with a simple black acting as the contrasting hit – a swift reverse from the black/white version that hit stores last month. U.S. release info hasn’t been confirmed just yet, but our friends across the Atlantic will have first dibs tomorrow.
