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Nike M2K Tekno Black/Black-Off White-Obsidian AV4789-002

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

A short video on the updated Air Monarch from Nike. The classic dad shoe makeover features a much lighter build using an exposed foam in the outsole and a TPU heel counter for stability (which is probably just for looks). Another chunky outsole entry into the market. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Nike+M2K+Tekno+Black%2FBlack-Off+White-Obsidian+AV4789-002&categoryId1=11450&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=m2kblk&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]

Insider Ties Ep. 136: Reselling Shoes and Taxes | Video

Chris Burns5 years ago4 years ago02 mins

Originally posted on 1/20/2019 Updated 1/28/2020 This is a quick video that discusses the reality of selling shoes and the 1099-K that you will receive from PayPal (eBay or StockX), Amazon or any resale platform that you sell on once you hit $10,000 in gross sales. Why is this important? A lot of people are…

Under Armour Needs Focus to Reach the Focused Performer | UA Wireless Flash Headphones

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago08 mins

New UA Wireless Flash headphones boost your run with Storm Proof tech and Bionic Hearing. Available at JBL.com and UnderArmour.com on January 8, 2019. Source: Introducing UA Wireless Flash Headphones I typically write an analysis from one side of the discussion. I’m writing this by arguing against, but I’m supplying a refutation at the end…

Nike LeBron XVI Oreo AO2588-006 | Authentic Verification

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

The LeBron 16 returns in what should be called a Homage to Home color. The ‘Oreo’ 16 features embroidered and debossed cues recognizing Akron and LeBron’s kids. The heel and tongue is where the customization happens and on the insole. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Nike+LeBron+XVI+Oreo+AO2588-006&categoryId1=11450&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=lb16oreo&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]

Nike Kyrie 4 Confetti Multi-Color/Multi-Color 943806-900 | Authentic Verification

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

I make a mistake in this video in saying 2016, but the story is the same. In 2017 Kyrie lost the NBA Finals series. He left for Boston and in the process he kept some of the confetti flying around as the Warriors celebrated their win. He made a series of statements about how he…

Nike Kyrie 4 Red Carpet Red Orbit/Metallic Gold 943806-602 | Authentic Verification

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

Kyrie is the best showman in the league since Shaq. He hasn’t dropped a platinum rap album, but with his Uncle Drew commercials and movie he is the only NBA star to cross over since the 90s (we don’t count Thunderstruck over here). This pair of the Kyrie 4 captured the red carpet, velvet rope…

I.T. Ep. 138 | Footlocker Makes a Major Move with 2 Million Dollar Investment In Pensole

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

Footwear Design Academy founded by D’Wayne Edwards, former Jordan Brand designer, just made a major move that is a game changer. The school of sneaker design just garnered a 2 Million dollar investment from Foot Locker. This makes two Black owned companies that Foot Locker has invested in to start the new year. This is…

Hibbett Sports Has More To Fix With City Gear Than They Think

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago013 mins

I visit Hibbett Sports locations throughout the region, not as a consultant, but as a customer. I know many of the managers and the one consistent thing about Hibbett Sports is that basically many of the employees and managers that have gone through the system have either moved into higher positions or better stores. The…

Nike Air Max 1 Premium Retro 908366-700 Dark Curry/True White | Authentic Verification

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

The Air Max 1, in my opinion, is the best Air Max ever created. This Curry colorway returns in a retro release with a rich suede in beautiful browns with a pop of dark blue. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Nike+Air+Max+1+Premium+Retro+908366-700+Dark+Curry%2FTrue+White&categoryId1=11450&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=am1curry&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]

Nike Kyrie 1 The Dungeon 705277-270 DP PWTR/VLT/TMBLD GRY/NGHT SLV | Authentic Verification

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

A throwback to 2013 arrives in this pick up of the Kyrie 1. Looking at this version, Dungeon – named after Kyrie’s basement where he lifted weights when he couldn’t get outside and workout, we get to see the cues Kyrie had placed on the shoe prior to winning a championship and becoming a father….

Nike Air Force 1 Utility Volt/White-Black AO1531-700 | Authentic Verification

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago02 mins

The more rugged Utility Air Force 1 features a few useful upgrades and a few questionable additions. The shoe retains its overall shape of course, but a scuff tech toe box is added, which makes sense, but the lacing system has been replaced by an elastic band, magnetic clasp lockdown system (which works now that…

Nike Air Force 1 Utility Black/White-Gum Med Brown AO1531-002 | Authentic Verification

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago02 mins

The more rugged Utility Air Force 1 features a few useful upgrades and a few questionable additions. The shoe retains its overall shape of course, but a scuff tech toe box is added, which makes sense, but the lacing system has been replaced by an elastic band, magnetic clasp lockdown system (which works now that…

Insider Ties/Authentic Verification of Air Jordan 13 Retro Class of 2002 ‘B-Grade’

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago02 mins

This is not a typical Authentic Verification. I give you the UPC codes and look at the shoe, but while I was looking at this I realize this was a shoe that felt like a test for Nike and Jordan Brand. When a company has the ability to recall a shoe from their wholesale accounts…

Air Jordan XX3 Chicago University Red/University Red-Gm Yellow 811645-650 | Authentic Verification

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago02 mins

Chi City, 312/773, immediately brings to mind the championships of Michael Jordan. The XX3 is one of the most elegant designed Jordans. The TPU around the base of the upper looks like a jewel and the tumbled leather is cut like brogue dress shoe. Add to that embossed signature details and the emrboidered logos at…

Portland Business Journal Announces Foot Locker’s 2 Million Dollar Investment Into Pensole

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago05 mins

The New York City-based athletic footwear and apparel retailer on Thursday announced a $2 million investment in Pensole Footwear Design Academy, the Portland-based school that Edwards started in 2010 to teach the next generation of designers. The investment is the biggest sign yet that Pensole has emerged as a critical part of the athletic footwear…

Air Jordan 12 Retro Gym Red/Black-Gym Red 130690-601 | Authentic Verification

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

All red kicks have been a thing for Nike since Kanye’s Red October. This 12 though might be the best version of a red shoe. With a premium suede build and a metallic JUMPMAN logo at the midfoot any fan of red should really love this pair. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Air+Jordan+12+Retro+Gym+Red%2FBlack-Gym+Red+130690-601&categoryId1=11450&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=aj12red&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]

Nike Air More Uptempo SE GS 922845-500 Court Purple/Rush Pink | Authentic Verification

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

As much as I love the chunky, old school look of the Air More Uptempo, it’s time to retire the model and put it back in the vault. There are far too many colors and right now there are at least six versions on deep discount, but Nike continues to release the classic in different…

Nike Air Force 270 Utility AQ0572-300 Sequoia/Black-Habanero Red | Authentic Verification

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

When Nike introduced the 270 cushioning system last year and began rolling out the Max Air 270 they also dropped the Force 270; a lifestyle design based on classic basketball silhouettes. The shoe was awkward at first glance but the shoe sold fairly well initially. The sales slowed down and you can find those models…

Nike Air Foamposite Pro Black/Metallic Gold 624041-009 | Authentic Verification

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

The Foamposite isn’t “back”, but it’s performing than it was when Nike continuously pumped out graphic covered Foamposites. The Foamposite remains a replacement for those who won’t the ruggedness of a boot, but the feel of a basketball shoe. The unique upper and carbon fiber midsole over Zoom Air cushioning makes for a surprisingly comfortable…

Ewing Athletics Drops January Retro Collection

Chris Burns5 years ago02 mins

With the news that adidas is attempting to take some of the market share away from indie brand Ewing Athletics by digging into their retro archives to release the Rivalry worn by Patrick Ewing, Ewing Athletics makes sure they let their fans know that they are still here and dropping classic footwear from the legend…

WMNS Air Jordan 4 Retro NRG Fire Red/Summit White-Black ‘Single’s Day’ AV3914-600

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago02 mins

The Chinese day of celebration has bee commodified to the point that Single’s Day is synonymous with Black Friday or Cyber Monday in the world of retail.The day has become such an incredible day of sales that even Jordan Brand has made it a tradition to release a model specifically for the day. I wrote…

adidas Soccer Expands Tango League Tournaments to Five New U.S. Cities in 2019

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago04 mins

adidas Soccer today announced the expansion of their Tango League Qualifying tournaments to five new cities across the United States in the first half of 2019, providing a wider platform for creators Source: adidas Soccer Expands Tango League Tournaments to Five New U.S. Cities in 2019 When you’re in a global competition and you have…