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.

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ASICS Ventures Makes New Investment in ‘no new folk studio’ to Press Back Against Vaporfly

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  Source: ASICS VENTURES INVESTS IN STARTUP no new folk studio, DEVELOPER OF FOOT MOVEMENT SENSING SOLUTION ORPHE TRACK | ASICS Global – The Official Corporate Website for ASICS and Its Affiliates ASICS has been making considerable investments into technology. A simple search on this site will find the launch of their incubator and the…

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Kawhi’s “Inspire The Dream” Collection From New Balance Should Do More Than Inspire Through Fashion

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New Balance’s “Inspire The Dream” collection was inspired by Kawhi’s personal story Source: Kawhi’s “Inspire The Dream” Collection Launches Jan. 30 Updated: In my haste, I made a mistake by not completely researching the project created by New Balance. I utilized their PR from their site which unfortunately didn’t state who worked on this project…

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adidas FOCUSBREATHEIN Chakra Inspired Color and an Introduction to Meditation

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The three colorways of adidas FOCUSBREATHEIN all take inspiration from the ‘chakras’ – the points in the body through which energies flow – as a further celebration of these different types of energy and the qualities they inspire. These include: Root Chakra Red, which is linked to life force and stability Solar Plexus Yellow, which is linked to…

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I Watched The Witcher Finale, Missed 17 Straight Points by Zion, but I Woke Up and Went Straight to YouTube | Why This is Important

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In 2017 I wrote a post on why the Harden Vol. 1 wasn’t being sold by James Harden. Since that time Harden’s signature shoe has lost shelf space in retail outlets and has been a promotional item with very little excitement. You can almost place the decrease in interest on adidas basketball to Zion Williamson…

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In-Store Visit Series: Neither Brands or Retailers Are Doing Their Part to Prevent Falling Off

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Go bold or go home. The Shaq signature shoe design from 1996 returns with its original colors and details. The iconic shoes feature a synthetic leather upper and lightweight cushioning for all-day comfort. Source: Reebok Shaqnosis Basketball Shoes – Black | Reebok US The Shaqnosis was dropped silently  this month. The last time the shoe…

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Nike SB Zoom Dunk Low Pro Decon Light Bone/Light Bone AA4275-001

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The Dunk gets deconstructed in this premium leather version of the classic SB model. Born in basketball, reborn in skate and transitioned into fashion via a soft, leather design this version is ready for wear on date night or on casual day at the office. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=AA4275-001&categoryId1=15709&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=decondunk&listingType1=All&topRatedSeller=true&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]    

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Nike SB Zoom Dunk High Elt QS ‘Kevin Terpening 918287-041 Black/Racer Blue-Sail

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The Kevin Terpening Dunk High features Flyknit and a Hyperfused construction with a visible Zoom Air through an icy, translucent outsole. The socklike fit of the shoe isn’t as padded as a traditional Dunk, but the look of the shoe is classic Nike with the Royal and Black colorblocking. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=918287-041&categoryId1=15709&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=terpening&listingType1=All&topRatedSeller=true&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]  

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