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Nike KD 8 PB&J Releases This Weekend
By SoleInsider
Guaranteed to be the tastiest edition of Kevin Durant’s signature shoe each year, the “Peanut Butter & Jelly” motif is back again for the Nike KD 8. Inspired by Kevin Durant’s favorite childhood snack, the shoe features a milky white Flyweave base with the toes “dipped” in grape jelly while the gum-brown outsole supplies the peanut butter. This year the child-like PB&J themed sneaker will appropriately release only in kid’s (GS) sizing, and drops this Saturday, March 5th at select Nike Basketball retailers.
Nike Brings Flyknit To Skateboarding With Eric Kostons Newest Signature Shoe
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When you think of Flyknit technology, skateboarding isn’t necessarily synonymous with the woven material. In fact, the functional upper has found its way into the hearts of every major sport’s fans except those for skateboarding, but now the wait is over. Nike SB’s premier skater, Eric Koston, is taking the Flyknit leap with his new Nike SB Koston 3. His third silhouette brings back some familiar features like a drop-in insole with Lunarlon and Zoom Air technology for one of the most responsive rides in skating out there, but branches out thanks to the woven textile found on the ankle collar and heel for a look unlike anything you’ve ever seen before in the skating industry. ?If it?s disruptive, so be it,? Koston said of the shoe. ?I?m not afraid of change. That?s when progress is made.? Koston became obsessed with Flyknit when plenty of other sneakerheads did – when HTM was first introduced in 2012. Here the technology is implemented to create a lock-down support system with flexible ankle protection. Expect the Koston 3 to be a top performing model thanks to designer Shawn Carboy, who spared no expense in making this silhouette an extension of the foot’s natural movements. The Nike Koston 3 will launch at retailers tomorrow, March 1st. Check out some official photos below and let us know if you plan on grabbing a pair by taking your thoughts to the comments section.
My oh my – Leo Chang and Nike deliver an absolute banger for the Nike KD 8 Elite. Today, Nike officially unveils the most enhanced, high-powered, and innovation-infused Kevin Durant signature shoe yet – the Nike KD 8 Elite. It features Zoom Air technology, sturdy Flywire, and Kevlar to keep Durant’s explosive moments in control on the court. The most eye-catching feature is the calf-length sleeve that provides additional security and lockdown. The Nike KD 8 Elite will officially release at select Nike Basketball retailerson April 14th (white), May 5th (grey), and May 26th (black). Get a first official look below and let us know what you think about the fourth installment of the Nike KD Elite saga.
New York Mets Ace Matt Harvey Has A Nike Signature Shoe Releasing In March
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Complex’s Sneaker Shopping With… series continues with New York Mets Ace Matt Harvey, a current Nike athlete and former UNC Tar Heel with deep Jordan footwear roots. In this latest edition of the show, host Joe La Puma took Harvey to sneaker consignment shop Stadium Goods, where the two explored Air Jordan 11s, training shoes, and much more. During this shopping session, Harvey revealed that Nike is releasing his signature shoe at the end of March. Harvey, who has taken the mound in some colorful cleats during All-Star games and the Playoffs, will be lacing up his new signature cleat once the 2016 season starts. Check out the latest edition of Complex’s Sneaker Shopping below.
The Nike KD 8 EXT Vachetta Tan Releases This Weekend
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Hender Scheme can’t be too offended that the Vachetta Tan leather craze has taken over the sneaker industry in 2015 and the earliest moments of the new year thanks in part to their own creations. The lifestyle imprint that stole some of your favorite designs like the Air Jordan 4, Nike Air Force 1, and Nike Presto then upgraded them in outstanding “replicas” featuring an all tan leather construction has sat back and watched Jordan Brand and Nike Sportswear take back the look and just do it themselves. The latest Nike KD 8 EXT returns with that same aesthetic in tow, adding a bright stripe of Total Orange on the Zoom Air portions for a great addition to the early-March release lineup. KD might still be sulking after being a bystander to Steph Curry’s amazing display of marksmanship in a recent loss last week, but Durant has to be happy where he stands in the Nike Basketball realm. His eighth signature’s lifestyle updates continue to get better – seriously look at the perforated branding, off-white exposed flywire and matching laces, and gold lace tips here. Can you see yourself rocking this KD 8 off-the-court? Check out detailed photos below and grab your pair this coming Saturday, March 5th for $200.
Kyrie Irving’s second signature shoe is ready to celebrate Easter this March 25th, 2016 with this special edition colorway featuring a mix of pastel tones on a floral graphic. This Easter sequel from Kyrie achieves a much more refined look, with a clean snow white upper acting as the base while the solid pastel purple acts as the foundation for this impressive and festive release. These are set to hit Nike retailers on March 25th alongside the LeBron 13, Kobe 11, and the KD 8 as part of the Nike Basketball Easter Collection. A full photo gallery is just ahead.
Spring Vibes: Nike Free Inneva Woven Pure Platinum
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With Spring being right around the corner, the Nike Free Inneva Woven Pure Platinum is an ideal shoe to rock during the upcoming season. It’s unique construction makes this a breathable and lightweight option that also looks amazing on-feet. Made exclusively for the ladies, let’s take a closer look.
The colorway of the Inneva Woven comes in a Pure Platinum offering that consists of a Pure Platinum/Wolf Grey mix of threading all across the woven upper. Leather is found on the heel, while tonal laces, lining and Nike branding complete the look of the upper. Rounding out the main features of the shoe is the all-white Nike Free sole sitting below the upper. Said to be releasing some time in the Spring, are you looking to pick up a pair?
I like the look of the Inneva Woven, I just can’t wear any shoe with a Free sole, since I find it very uncomfortable. Add in a Lunarlon sole and I’m all in there.
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Ballin’ on a budget? Let’s face it, shoe buying can be expensive, but it doesn’t have to be. There are some pretty dope shoes out there that can be had for under $100. One of those shoes is the brand new Nike SB model, the Nike SB Clutch.
Said to be inspired by the Nike SB Janoski, the SB Clutch is a more affordable option that shares a lot of similarities with the shoe. Thee shoe manages to maintain the performance aspect of the Jnoski while also keeping a similar look. The Clutch comes with a deconstructed canvas upper paired up with a gum rubber outsole. A small embroidered Nike Swoosh is spotted on the side panel, white the tongue tag comes with additional branding. The first two colorways come in Dark Grey and Gum, and Black and Gum. Available now at select Nike stockists, pick up a pair today for $65.
It’s a simple looking shoe, but for $65 dollars, what do you expect, this could be the Roshe Run version of the Nike SB line. It’s alright for someone looking for any every day kind of shoe.
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The Nike SB Koston 3 is definitely a new look for the signature SB line. Being that Koston is a big fan of Flyknit, he felt the need to utilize it on his own signature line and was able to do so by way of the Flyknit collar. Said to be inspired by the Nike Magista football boot, Nike SB applied it to their sneakers for the first time ever. The use of Flyknit technology gives you a locked-in feel around the ankle which definitely helps when you’re on top of the board. The shoe also goes on to use the Nike Hyperfeel concept to help “create a symbiotic relationship between your feet and your board.? In other words, the shoe will include the drop-in Nike Lunarlon midsole which comes thinner around the toes to enhance boardfeel. The heel features thicker Nike Lunarlon foam and a responsive Nike Zoom Air unit to help riders land softly.
Koston goes on to say:
?You can make the most cushioned shoe ever, but if you can?t feel your board, then what?s the point? The Koston 3 is designed to be an extension of your foot. You?re trying to get as close to that barefoot feeling as possible.?
Nike designers also strategically placed areas of grip and durability in key areas, which is reflected in the thin, textured web-rubber sidewall and outsole. These areas help provide added flexibility and helps riders flick their skateboards. The more the rubber breaks in, the better it performs. There’s no doubt that the Nike SB Koston 3 is a new look for Nike SB, but Koston went on to say this:
?If it?s disruptive, so be it,I?m not afraid of change. That?s when progress is made.”
The Nike SB Koston 3 will officially release on March 1st at select Nike SB retailers for $150. You like this new look? Sound off below.
Change is good. I have nothing against the traditional look of SB signature models, but if the shoe performs better, I’m sure people will get used to the look.
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A few days ago we gave you a first look of the Nike Kobe 11 Bruce Lee. Today we get to see detailed shots of the shoe alongside a dope Bruce Lee action figure to go along with the theme of the shoe.
This Bruce Lee version of the Nike Kobe 11 will come constructed out of a yellow Flyknit upper that’s inspired by the bodysuit that Bruce Lee wore in ?The Game of Death?. The yellow Flyknit gradually turns into a black Flyknit as you go further down the shoe. Adding to the theme of the shoe, red scratch marks that symbolize Bruce Lee?s wounds in the movie ?Enter the Dragon? appear on the heel of the shoe. A black sole unit, tongue and Nike Swoosh make an appearance, while yellow laces and red Kobe branding on the tongue complete the aesthetics of the shoe. Set to release March 19th for $200, is this one of the best colorways that we’ve seen on the Nike Kobe 11?
I’m not even a Bruce Lee fan, but these are hard! I love yellow sneakers and the branding on the heel gives the shoe a nice pop. This will be my first pair of Kobe 11s.
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Flywire Makes An Appearance On The Nike SB Koston 2 Max
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The Nike SB Koston 2 Max got a bit of an upgrade with this upcoming release. Nike SB was looking to make the shoe perform better and they managed to do that by giving the upper some Flywire technology. Today we take our first look at the brand new Flywire-laced version of the Nike Koston Max.
The first revealed colorway shows the shoe come in a black mesh upper contrasted by the wolf grey and white accents placed throughout the shoe. Of course, the main change between this pair and the past offerings is the addition of Nike?s Dynamic Flywire cables that offer lockdown performance. The natural motion sole/Air Max-cushioned sole round out the main features on the shoe. Set to drop sometime next month, let us know what you think about new look on the Nike SB Koston 2 Max.
I like the addition of Flywire from a performance standpoint, I just don’t know if the addition makes the shoe look better. Being that I don’t skate, I guess it doesn’t really matter, right?
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Good Luck Getting Your Hands On The Nike Kyrie 2 Duke PE
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Although Kyrie Irving played a grand total of 11 games for the Duke Blue Devils, Duke University is still considered his alma mater. For that reason alone Kyrie stays showing love to his school. His latest way of showing love is by hooking up the school with another PE version of his signature line. Today we take a look at the Nike Kyrie 2 Duke PE.
This Duke PE version of the Nike Kyrie 2 comes in an all-black upper that takes care of the Hyperfuse construction. Breaking up the tonal look of the shoe is the white Nike Swoosh on the heel, the Kyrie logo on the tongue and the blue translucent outsole. The feature of the shoe that really stands out is the DUKE lettering placed on the heels of the shoe. Don’t plan on picking these up anytime soon since we’re almost certain that these will never hit retailers.
Vachetta Tan leather uppers have been a popular choice over the last year or so, and now we get to see it being utilized on the Nike KD 8 EXT. With the release date being right around the corner, today we take a look at the official images of the Nike KD 8 EXT Vachetta Tan.
This off-court KD 8 sneaker comes constructed out of a full premium leather done up in a Vachetta Tan colorway which ends up taking care of the majority of the shoe. Accompanying the tonal look of the upper is the white detailing found on the heel region that extends down to the sole of the shoe. Branding is spotted by way of the perforation holes found on the tongue and side panels of the shoes. The Flywire, laces and lining come in an off-white colorway, while the orange hits on the sole add some pop to the shoe. Slated to release March 5th for $200, who’s looking to pick up a pair.
The Vachetta Tan looks clean on the KD 8 EXT, the only part of the shoe I could do without would be the orange hits on the sole and the white accent on the heel.
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The Nike Kyrie 2 Easter is dressed in Sunday’s best as this holiday inspired Kyrie 2 comes in an all white aesthetic complimented by pastel hits placed throughout the shoe. Set to release next month, today we’re looking at these brand new images of the shoe.
The shoe starts off with a white mesh covered upper that comes dressed with Easter egg dye graphics on the ankle region of the shoe. Adding to the bold hits on the shoe is the Metallic Blue Nike Swoosh on the midsole and the Lilac Purple hue taking care of the rubber outsole. More Lilac Purple is found on the Kyrie branding on the tongue to balance out the look of the upper. White laces and a white midfoot strap complete the main features of the shoe. Dropping March 25th for $125, let us know what you think.
The shoe definitely has an Easter theme to it, so if you’re looking for a festive sneaker, this is it. I’m just wondering is this is a shoe you can war after Easter is over with. I guess if you can pull it off, more power to you.
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Nike SB Releases An Less Expensive Version Of The Janoski Called The Clutch
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With the monumental successes of the Nike SB Janoski series spanning both the skating world and branching off into lifestyle territory, it makes sense that Nike Skateboarding’s latest design is heavily influenced from the debut Janoski silhouette. This time around, the classic autoclave construction of the Nike SB Clutch focuses on maintaining the performance standards of its Janoski predecessor while bringing forth a similar look. A deconstructed canvas upper brings breathability to the table while gum rubber adds premium board grip. Two colorways debuted earlier today ranging from a Dark Grey/Gum to a Black/Gum. Check out more photos below and know Nike SB’s latest affordable offering is available today via Nikestore for just $65.
