Chris Burns

Chris B. is the founder of ARCH (art + research, culture - hype) ARCH is a more informative look into sneaker culture. By presenting information about the business of sportswear through marketing analysis, updates on stock prices and introductions to new brands and styles, the site is easily distinguished from the everyday site only giving you release dates. You can follow me on Twitter @archbyccb or YouTube @archbyccb.

Nike Kyrie 4 Blackout Black/Black 943806-008 | Authentic Verification

Loading

The Kyrie 4 Blackout wasn’t widely distributed and can be found in Clearance stores. It’s not a completely blacked out version of the hoops shoe as it features speckles and a marbled outsole in dark grey, but it’s not a bad version.   [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Nike+Kyrie+4+943806-008&categoryId1=11450&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=kyriebl&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]

Read More
blank

Nike Epic React Flyknit South Beach Black/Black-HyperJade BV1572-001 | Authentic Verification

Loading

There is no secret that I have been in love with the Epic React since day one. I own multiple pairs and this latest addition in South Beach inspired colors is most likely going to end up in my closet.   [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Nike+Epic+React+Flyknit++BV1572-001&categoryId1=11450&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=epsb&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]

Read More
blank

Insider Ties Ep. 155 | Bravo FDRA Fghting Tariffs, Shame on Nike’s Treatment of Women Athletes

Loading

This week I don’t even discuss the topics I missed writing about in the sneaker industry. I basically go on a rant about Nike’s horrible treatment of women athletes sponsored by the Swoosh. Sources: https://www.si.com/more-sports/video/2019/05/23/allyson-felix-standstill-sponsor-nike-over-maternity-rights https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2019-05-21/fdra-president-says-no-response-yet-from-trump-on-plea-to-drop-tariffs-video  

Read More
blank

Nike Air Max 270 SE Reflective Off Noir/Habanero Red BQ6525-001 | Authentic Verification

Loading

Nike released so many 270s last year that it was hard to keep up. The latest is one of the first to use classic Safari print and 3M detailing in a pack that also had an Air Max 97 with the same details.   [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Nike+Air+Max+270+SE+Reflective+Off+Noir%2FHabanero+Red+BQ6525-001&categoryId1=11450&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=am279offnoir&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]

Read More
blank

Nike Air Max 97 QS White/Varsity Red AT5458-100 Platinum | Authentic Verification

Loading

The final video in the Air Max 97 Metals Pack (I gave it that name because of the style code and colors), this is the platinum version. The shoe retains all of the classic elements and captures the silver bullet aesthetic with the addition of a white mesh upper.   [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Nike+Air+Max+97+QS+White%2FVarsity+Red+AT5458-100&categoryId1=11450&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=am97plat&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]

Read More
blank

Nike Air Max 97 QS Black/Varsity Red AT5458-002 Gold | Authentic Verification

Loading

I think the collection of Nike Air Max 97s is called the metals pack: silver, platinum and gold. The classic is updated with a medial and lateral addiitonal leather overlay with a jeweled Swoosh.   [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Nike+Air+Max+97+QS+Black%2FVarsity+Red+AT5458-002+Gold&categoryId1=11450&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=am97gold&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]

Read More
blank

Nike Air Max 1 Anniversary White/Aqau-Neutral Grey-Black 908375-105

Loading

The 2017 Air Max 1 Anniversary Pack brought back classic Nike running and this version of what can be considered the Grape colorway because of the hits of purple, is one of the nicest drops from the Swoosh commemorating the annual Air Max Day.   [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Nike+Air+Max+1+Anniversary+908375-105&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=am1aqua&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]

Read More
blank

Nike Air Force 1 Utility QS OBJ AV2040-001 Cool Grey/White-Black | Authentic Verification

Loading

The Odell Beckham Jr. Air Force 1 Utility is a shimmering, glow in the dark (I think) masterpiece. I don’t typically gloat over an Air Force 1, but the fishscale upper on top of a vivid neon green translucent outsole looks incredible.   [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Nike+Air+Force+1+Utility+QS+OBJ+AV2040-001+Cool+Grey%2FWhite-Black&categoryId1=11450&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=af1uteobj&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]

Read More
blank

Air Jordan 5 Retro GG 440892-115 White/White-Sunblush-Black | Authentic Verification

Loading

After two years this version of the Retro 5 has popped in resale and is now fetching 175 to 220 dollars a pair. The shoe features a pop of sunblush pink and black netting on the medial and lateral sides of the shoes. The icy translucent outsole makes this pop.   [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Air+Jordan+5+Retro+GG+440892-115&categoryId1=11450&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=sunblushgg&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]

Read More