Nike Air Force 1 ’07 White/White-Gum-Light Brown DJ2739-100
The Air Force 1 arrives in an annual white and gum release. The classic Uptown is given the peanut butter treatment and that small change makes it that much better. Pick up a pair on eBay
Naomi Osaka Apparel Collection 2021 Takes a Back Seat | A Business Discussion
The range of Osaka’s interests and passions are on full display through her apparel pieces. The collection releases June 17. Source: Naomi Osaka Apparel Collection 2021 Official Images Release Date Note: I am stating immediately that I support Naomi’s decision to back out of the Roland Garros French Open. This doesn’t mean that there isn’t…
Jordan Brand’s ‘Black Community Commitment’ Delivers Another Round of Funding
A continuation of the 10-Year, $100 Million Black Community Commitment, the multi-year grants will help support the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of African American History and Culture, Morehouse College’s sports journalism program and the Ida B. Wells Society for Investigative Reporting. Source: Jordan Brand Black Community Commitment National Museum African American History and Culture Ida…
Onitsuka Tiger Acromount Series | The Original Inspiration to the Cortez Gets a Modern Update
Source: 【ACROMOUNT SERIES】Noteworthy News: Archive Models of the 1970s Updated in Modern Style Nike has updated the Cortez with its Move to Zero platform, but it has yet to place a modern spin on the Cortez. The 66 shoe that basically birth the Swoosh was redesigned for the 70s and now it has been updated…
Is K-Swiss Making an Authentic Pivot or Using the Black Community? “Dreamers and Doers” a Short Film by Baron Davis
I’ve kept a screenshot of a comment made to me by the President of K-Swiss for a year. His comment happened on a discussion of a Black History Month Campaign by New Balance. The president of K-Swiss felt compelled to compare my site and my work to another sneaker industry analyst. That sneaker industry analyst…
Air Jordan 1 Mid GS White/University Gold-Black 555725-170
A quick look at another colorway of the Jordan 1 Mid in GS sizing. This shoe compliments a variety of sports teams from the Pacers and Steelers to the Iowa Hawkeyes and Pirates.
Is StockX in the 4-6 year Slump Window?
I’ve been using StockX since 2017. From 2017 to today my average sold price has decreased as more sellers find out about the platform. That’s only natural and it happens on every site. On Amazon, from October of 2011 to December of 2012, I generated almost $600,000 dollars. That number decreased as Amazon removed the…
An Alternative to the Cortez, Karhu Trampas SS21
Source: KARHU TRAMPAS SS21 CAPSULE COLLECTION What looks like a tennis shoe or a casual athletic model for today began as a running shoe for Karhu back in the 60’s. Which raises a question, who influenced who? We know the Onitsuka Tiger 66 featured a similar design and Nike took the 66 and developed the…
WMNS Nike Dunk Low Sail/Orange Pearl DD1503-102
The Sail and Orange Pearl Dunk is easily one of the best colorways released. I think the softer tone allows for whatever apparel being worn to be highlighted while the shoes are subtle and clean. eBay Authenticated
Salute to One Pair KC – A Sneaker Shop Built to Uplift Kids and the Community
Website: https://onepairkc.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/onepairkc/ Founder: Jerren Thornhill – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerren-thornhill-538312117/ I had a chance to meet Jerren Thornhill yesterday after speaking with him on LinkedIn and learning more about his sneaker boutique concept OnePairKC. Jerren sat down with kids from the neighborhood to find out what they were interested in. His goal was to give the…
Nike Air Vapormax 2020 FK Oreo Black/White-Black CT1823-001
The Vapormax 2020 features a Flyease lacing system that is very similar to the Kobe FastFit and the Jordan 33 lacing systems. To loosen the shoe, simply pull the tongue pull tab which releases the ratchet system. To tighten, pull the heel loop and the shoe tightens to your comfort level. The 2020 also is…
Clae Continues to Update the Product Mix with Eco Options: CLAE x SEAQUAL
Created in conjunction with SEAQUAL™, the organization dedicated to upcycling marine plastic into high-quality products,we are proud to introduce an eco-minded update to the Bradley Knit. Source: CLAE x SEAQUAL Instead of spending time delivering my own thoughts about Clae’s latest collection, I’ll share the information directly from the team: We are all aware of…
Nike Air Max 90 Chicago University Red/Bright Crimson DH0146-600
The City Pack from Nike features the Taxi 95 for NYC and The LA version of the Air Max 97. This all red version represents Chi-Town, Chicago. The shoe features an array of reds, with a CHI tag attached at the collar of the shoe. There is also a CHI logo on the insole.
Insider Ties 5-21-21: A Couple of Dope Releases, Under Armour Wins & the Big Story
The company “believes this strategic decision will enable it to better serve its consumers in a post-COVID marketplace.” Source: Foot Locker Plans to Close Majority of Its Footaction Stores In my recent report, I wrote these paragraphs: If this Champs Wall is an Indication of Foot Locker’s Upcoming Q1 2021 Earnings … In a recent…
Doing Good, Using Bloom Foam and Matching Parent & Child Sustainable Kicks? Heyfolks Footwear
Comfortable shoes for everyday, made from recycled and up-cycled materials. Our Bloom Algae shoes clean up to 30L of water. One product sold = One tree Planted. Source: Heyfolks: It’s a Good Day! Conscious Comfort Shoes In 2019 I drove down to Meridian, Mississippi for one reason, I wanted to learn about algae. The beaches…
WMNS Air Jordan 1 Mid Particle Beige/Black BQ6472-202
This women’s version of the Jordan 1 Mid features a more premium build. The shoe has a nubuck upper and the Swoosh is distressed to create a subtle color blocking that is really beautiful, but also edgy with the bold, black stripe. The plum Jumpman is nicely contrasted with a soft rose color to create…
The ALL-AROUND Pack from Karhu Captures the Brand’s Olympic Roots
In the 1920s, Finland’s Karhu became an official equipment provider to all Olympic Games. We uncovered a 1939 catalogue photo of an actual Karhu Olympic installation, which featured athletic equipment, such as javelins and discuses, used during the decathlon. Historically named the “All-Around” Source: ALL-AROUND As the Olympics draw closer after its hiatus in 2020,…
Under Armour Leaps Over the Pack
I’m sure someone clicked this looking to see if Under Armour dropped a sneaker that sold out faster than a Jordan, or if UA dropped a rival sneaker that just shot beyond Yeezy sales, but that’s not where Under Armour just beat the rest of the field of top sneaker companies. Under Armour just made…
The Company Making the Material that Will Create the “Impossible Shoe” Launches a Blog | Natural Fiber Welding
Source: Natural Fiber Welding Blog There are opportunities in business that only a select few get to be a part of: being a founder of Google, or the first employee, being in the dorm room when Facebook was born, and knowing the really awkward host of Saturday Night Live a few weeks back when he…
Air Jordan 1 Mid Black/Chile Red-White 554724-075
The Air Jordan 1 arrives in another Bulls styled colorway that also captures a bit of that tuxedo vibe. The shoe features a primarily black upper with hits of white at the toe and collar and a pop of red on the Swoosh. If you’re a fan of the Atlanta Falcons, Bulls, or any team…
The Brandblack Specter SC 2.0 Arrived but a Similar Previous Model Clouds the Drop
Men’s Specter SC 2.0 Basic Black Source: Men’s Specter SC 2.0 Black Brandblack is one of my favorite brands, but this review is damning and I can’t not share it: I do have to admit, I have four pair of Brandblacks. One ran small, the other two gave me a wierd feeling in my foot…
Sneak Peak of the Clearweather® Contera Galaga Dropping May 21st
Shop The Official Clearweather Store For The Latest Clearweather Shoes, Apparel & Gear. Featuring The Latest Clearweather Sneaker Drop Every Friday And The Newest Clearweather Skateboarding collection. Find The Pair That Fits You Best. Free Shipping On All Domestic Orders Over $225. Source: Clearweather® Official Site – Shop The Latest From Clearweather Clearweather hasn’t dropped…