The Jordan 1 Mid is upping the ante for what is collectible and what is not for Jordan Brand. Once a shoe purchased by those who couldn’t win with High OGs on release day or those who didn’t know there was a difference, Jordan Brand through a series of smart colorways and quality increases has…
The Jordan 1 Mid is upping the ante for what is collectible and what is not for Jordan Brand. Once a shoe purchased by those who couldn’t win with High OGs on release day or those who didn’t know there was a difference, Jordan Brand through a series of smart colorways and quality increases has…
The Jordan 1 Mid is upping the ante for what is collectible and what is not for Jordan Brand. Once a shoe purchased by those who couldn’t win with High OGs on release day or those who didn’t know there was a difference, Jordan Brand through a series of smart colorways and quality increases has…
The Winterized Wheat Air Jordan 13 features a premium suede and scuff tech mudguard with a sticky gum outsole. The shoe is an extremely stylish version of the classic although it isn’t highly regarded. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Air+Jordan+13+Retro+Elemental+Gold%2FBaroque+Brown+414571-705&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=13wheat&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]
A very overlooked model, the Air Jordan 32 like the Air Jordan 2 is a well crafted basketball shoe. The 2 was made in Italy and featured a more premium leather. It was also the first Jordan to remove the Swoosh in lieu of the Jordan Wings logo. This version was a complimentary pair to…
The Retro 11 dropped again this year, but with a subtle difference the 45 was at the heel. The irony is Jordan lost to the Orlando Magic in the Jordan with the 45 on the heel. He would return in his 23 to capture another three-peat with the Bulls. This shoe however remains the grail….
The Retro 11 dropped again this year, but with a subtle difference the 45 was at the heel. The irony is Jordan lost to the Orlando Magic in the Jordan with the 45 on the heel. He would return in his 23 to capture another three-peat with the Bulls. This shoe however remains the grail….
Pack light and stay active at Westin Hotels & Resorts. Our gear lending program lets you borrow New Balance fitness gear, so you never miss a workout. Source: Westin Workout Gear Lending | Westin Hotels & Resorts One of the most important questions during the Footwear Innovation Summit 2019 in Los Angeles was, “Will the…
This week I wrote a number of compelling articles on the site at https://arch-usa.com. As always there were a few topics that I didn’t get to because of time and this Insider Ties will focus on two stories that you might find important. Vans awarded 75,000 dollars to Flagstaff High School in their Vans Custom…
Living up the company belief that sport has the power to change lives, adidas Outdoor is proud to announce a new partnership with 1Climb, a non-profit organization Source: adidas Outdoor announces partnership with 1Climb to give 100,000 kids their first climb in life In 2011 adidas acquired Five Ten. The outdoor sports company has since…
Stephen Curry will be Joined by Under Armour Teammates Joel Embiid, Dennis Smith Jr. and Mo Bamba Source: UA BASKETBALL TO TAKE ON ASIA THIS SUMMER The trade war has done one thing, in my opinion, to the sneaker market in the U.S. It’s shown that American brands have a better grasp on what they…
The first episode of season 1, Tony + Nick review the Merrell Choprock for the Grind House Reviews. Be sure to check out our blog for more information on fit, materials, specs, and more. The Merrell Choprock is a versatile shandal for all of life’s adventures. Source: Grind House Reviews | Merrell Choprock Shandal –…
Source: waffleheads Typically I have a lot to say about influencer marketing… unless I see it and it’s done right. If you’re reading this it means I either think something was not a smart play, or if you’re noticing that this post is shorter than the stuff I usually write, something was done right. Two…
Swatchbook is an app and online platform that is revolutionizing the way we all will design. Consider the time it takes to received swatches from manufacturers. Now imagine that any thing you see can become a swatch. What is a swatch? It used to be a slice of fabric used to decide how an item…
OSD Seeks to Pay Tribute to Port Authority Bus Terminal’s Role in a Global Phenomenon (New York City, NY – May 13th, 2019) OSD x A Thousand Words Present: From The Feet Up (Sneakers, Hip-Hop & New York City) This exhibit curated by Sean Williams and Dee Wells of (OSD / SOLEcial Studies) along with…
This past weekend saw Nike and Jordan Brand re-release the Air Jordan 4 “Bred” (black + red = bred). You’ve seen this shoe before. Michael Jordan wore the Air Jordan 4 “Bred” on May 7, 1989 during Game 5 of the 1989 Eastern Conference playoffs when he single-handedly added to the City of Cleveland’s sports…
Source: Photo via Thomas Shea and Solecollector Twitter Steph played 12 minutes in the first half. He had zero points and I still told my wife that the Warriors were in good shape. She asked why and I explained; Steph had 3 quick fouls and didn’t score a point but the game is tied at…
Not your regular Insider Ties, but it’s a part of what I plan to start doing around the city and when I take trips. Today was homeschool day at High Point Climbing and Fitness. This means we get a discounted rate and full access to every part of the gym. My wife and the…
Source: KAWHI LEONARD OMN1S AND 997 SPORT PACK NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE New Balance’s silent assassin currently has a 3-2 lead over the 76ers. If things playout the way I think they will, he will encounter Nike’s super soldier Giannis Antetokounmpo (bet money that’s the last time that name shows up in this post), in…
Jun Takahashi brings UNDERCOVER’s distinct design sensibility to sportswear staples. Pictures via Nike and Undercover’s website. Source: Nike x UNDERCOVER Track Suit, T-Shirt and Longsleeve From 2004 to 2015 I wore either Sho-Shot or ARCH footwear. I made my own brand. In order for people to believe in what I was trying to do I…
The online marketplace for gently used and restored Nike shoes. Up to 50% off retail. Free shipping. Free returns. Source: Resku | Restored Nike Shoes | Discount Nike After being invited to speak at the Footwear Innovation Summit 2019 in Los Angeles, I discovered how little I understood the importance of sustainability and technology in…
It’s not easy to find the video anymore. The video below was pulled from New Balance India. On Twitter the video was shared by Bishop Talbert Swan: New Balance "Detention" commercial depicts a young Black man writing "I Will Not Walk" on the chalk board. He's scolded by the teacher, "These hallways were made…
