Nike Classic Cortez Prem Bright Citron/Black-White 807480-700
The Classic Cortez gets an update in this bright mustard color with a Virgil Abloh inspired design element in the overbranded trademarks throughout the upper.
ASICS Venture Nabs a Share of Y Combinator Tech Company Aura Vision
A few months ago I wrote that adidas had combined with an accelerator program in Paris and they created an incubator that included over ten tech companies. The constant investment into tech appeared to be primarily in the digital space. adidas Sets Up at Platform A in Paris | The Battle for Startups In the…
Nike PG 2.5 BQ8452-006 Black/Black-Photo Blue
A quick look at the PG 2.5 in this video. The shoe features Zoom Air and a forefoot lockdown strap as well as padded collar for comfort with an icy translucent outsole.
Nike LeBron XVI ‘I Promise’ Black/Metallic Silver AO2588-004
LeBron’s Promise Academy is an even greater accomplishment than his championship in Cleveland. Opening a school is a legacy play and it’s an important decision by a guy who continues to make great life decisions. For LeBron it really is more than basketball. He may not be the GOAT, but with NBA players he’s definitely…
Nike Kyrie 5 Taco AO2918-902 MultiColor/Multi Color
I had to do some research on this shoe before I could finish the video. The PE is for rapper Travis Taco Bennett of Tyler the Creator’s Odd Future clique. I really don’t rock with the crew like that, Frank ocean is dope and Earl Sweatshirt, but I honestly didn’t know who Taco was until…
When A Brand Has To Counter an Unexpected Loss By An Athlete | Ruiz over Joshua
Source: UA Newsroom Full disclosure, I recruited for Imperial Valley College basketball under Coach Nick Gehler. Some of my most exciting moments as a coach happened in Imperial Valley against Southwest and Brawley. I have an affinity for the Imperial Valley that makes me partial to Ruiz being a “fatboy from the desert”. I’m also…
Nike Kyrie 5 BHM White/Metallic Red-Bronze BQ6237-100
Instead of focusing on the shoe I go on a discussion about the temporary, faux outrage over Black History Month sneakers. I discuss the fact that as one of the few black owned sneaker companies (twice) my brand was never covered or written about. I also discuss that the outrage over sneakers celebrating history accomplishes…
Nike Air Max2 Uptempo 94 White/Black-Royal Blue 922934-101
The Air Max2 Uptempo aka the Blue Devil Uptempos remain one of the best basketball shoes to release. The shoe was basically the college team shoe for 94 and featured a max air heel cushion and inner sockbootie for a better fit with elastic straps across the instep for lockdown.
Nike Air Max Deluxe Sequoia/Camper Green AJ7831-300
I spend most of this video trying to figure out the QC stamp, but if you can get beyond me staring at a stamp for 30 seconds you’ll find that the classic Air Max Deluxe holds many details in common with the Air Max 97.The shoe has hits of 3M throughout the upper and at…
Nike Air Max 97 AOP ‘All Over Print’ Black/University Red-Black AR4259-001
Nike delivered a series of AOP releases for the Air Max 97. This version featuring 3M ‘NIKE’ logos all over is striking with a pop of red at the medial midfoot the shoe flashes back your favorite brand in the right light.
Nike Air Max 95 WIP ‘Carhartt’ Black/Total Orange-Sail AV3866-001
Rugged workwear Carhartt has been an East Coast staple since Timberland and Champion gear in the 90’s. The traditional camo colors combine with the Nike Air Max to create a waterproof, wool lined sneaker rugged enough for the cold winter weather.
Nike Air Force 1 Hi Retro QS University Blue/Summit White 743546-400
The Retro Air Force 1 Hi was a staple of UNC alum Rasheed Wallace while he played in the NBA. This colorway captures his time with the Tarheels and features smooth suede and two sets of straps with a fat Swoosh.
Nike Air Force 1 ’07 LHM ‘MasterJaguar’ Black/Black-MultiColor AH7738-001
Nike joined forces with Edgar Saner in 2017 to produce the Master Jaguar Air Force 1. The striking design is an homage to the heritage of Mexican culture. The sneakers arrived with a carry bag that is a work of art.
Nike ACG Angels Rest Black/Oil Grey-Thunder Grey AQ0917-001
Named after a hiking trail in Oregon, the Angels Rest features hits of 3M, a suede and microfiber upper with a rugged, lugged outsole and it only rings up at 110.00.
Nike Stock at the Lowest Since Resurgence
Nike’s innovation and introduction of new tech in performance and lifestyle led to a huge resurgence that began in 2017 at the time of their Investor’s Day in October. This is well known among anyone who has been following the company for any amount of time during the push towards DTC. Today the uncertainty around…
Jordan Zoom Tenacity 88 White/True Blue-Fire Red AV5878-100
Jordan Brand is beginning to focus more on training and to do so they are recreating classic models in runners. This Jordan Zoom Tenacity is based on the classic True Blue Jordan 3 and it looks great. The Jordan Racer 88 weighs less, but this shoe is built for heavier runners looking for a solid…
Jordan Zoom Tenacity 88 Black/Varsity Red-Cement Grey AV5878-002
Jordan Brand is beginning to focus more on training and to do so they are recreating classic models in runners. This Jordan Zoom Tenacity is based on the classic Bred Jordan 3 and it looks great. The Jordan Racer 88 weighs less, but this shoe is built for heavier runners looking for a solid training…
Jordan XI Retro TD Black/White-Metallic Silver AO1561-011
The Air Jordan XI Cleat is the perfect shoe for a sole swap with a Jordan Future. Is someone has a video of that, please leave a comment so I can peep. The shoe is a perfect option for football and would be dope on a 7 on 7 team. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Jordan+XI+Retro+TD+Black%2FWhite-Metallic+Silver+AO1561-011&categoryId1=11450&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=jordan11tdblk&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]
Jordan 88 Racer AV1200 100 White/Fire Red-Black
The Jordan Racer is the sibling to the Flyknit Racer minus the Flyknit and it comes in at a price reduction of 50 bucks. The retail on the Racer is only 100.00! It’s an incredible deal for a shoe made with beathable mesh and fused overlays for a small amount of support, but the shoe…
Greats Brand | The Pronto Graphite Made in Italy
The Greats Brand began as a direct to consumer business model and this has allowed the sneaker company to expand into brick and mortar and gain ground in an extremely difficult market. While the company initially offered shoes at the lower end of the price spectrum, they introduced Made in Italy premium products that capture…
AJ1 KO High OG 638471-004 Pure Platninum/White-Metallic Silver | Authentic Verification
The AJKO arrived in a soft almost quilted cotton and canvas pack in 2016. This platinum version is not highly regarded, but is easily one of the cleanest shoes to release from Jordan Brand. The toebox and side panels featured a quilted cotton and the rest of the shoe is a rugged canvas with a…
Air Jordan 13 Retro GG 439358-009 Black/Anthracite-Anthracite | Authentic Verification
This 3M Reflective upper Jordan 13 in GS sizes was created in extended sizes up to size 10. The shoe features a shiny, textured leather and synthetic upper with all of the classic 13 elements in this dark charcoal and black with hyper pink rubber compounds on the outsole and pops of hyper pink on…