Source: Nike Interact Run Quietly introduced on September 18th, the Nike Interact Run provides evidence of a discussion I shared when major sneaker industry analysts stated performance running was slow: Why People Should Stop Saying Performance Is ‘Soft or Slow’ 5 years ago, I explained that the 65-dollar Tanjun was a running shoe. While it…
The Vaporfly is a lightweight marathon shoe designed for fast times and long distances. It features Nike’s ZoomX cushioning sandwiched around a carbon fiber Flyplate and Flyknit woven upper for containment. At 250 dollars it’s a steep ask for the everyday runner and is definitely built for more serious outings.
Matt Pauk, Senior Footwear Designer Nike Nike has leveled a full on assault against every brand in footwear. This is both good and bad. The amount of product Nike is releasing requires an abundance of coverage just to keep up with the drops being delivered. This takes away from smaller brands attempting to gain…
The Air Max 93 reminds me of when Nike began using the socklike fit booties in shoes like the Air Mowabb. The shoe features a visible Max Air heel unit, nubuck suede mudguards and knit mesh sidepanel with translucent Nike Swoosh and heel counter.
The Utility is by far the best looking shoe featuring Vapormax that Nike has created. The lacing system is adjustable and features a lacelock with extra lacing slits for a wider foot. The shoe has hyperfuse panels, with hits of 3M. The upper sits on a Cushlon midsole with Vapormax for a luxury ride.
Originally posted on Housakicks I really don’t know how much of the Edit To Amplify Nike is actually implementing; for those who are new to the phrase , please read the post below for more information. The brand’s goal is to do away with products that do not work; Nike CEO Mark Price said in an…
Check out Nike.com and experience sports, training, athletes, shopping and everything else that’s new at Nike. Just Do It. Source: Nike. Just Do It. Nike.com Nike has taken an entire year to respond to the growth of adidas in the lifestyle running shoe segment. Now that they have, it’s underwhelming and unfortunately looks like…
Some believe it’s impossible, but barriers exist to be broken. Follow Nike’s quest to break the sub 2-hour marathon barrier and watch it live. Source: Just Do It. Unlimited Potential Eliud Kipchoge, Eliud Kipchoge, Eliud Kipchoge, I’m saying his name 3 times in hopes that my legs and body will immediately change to match this…
These are the pacing and fueling techniques that will help to guide Lelisa Desisa, Eliud Kipchoge and Zersenay Tadese to the first-ever sub-two-hour marathon finish. Source: Nike News – Unpacking the Breaking2 Race Strategy The planning and effort that is involved in the #breaking2 Race is on par with any technical engineering you might read in…
Elite distance runners and training partners Shalane Flanagan and Amy Cragg share their experiences testing the Nike Vaporfly 4% system. Source: The Shoes Athletes Say Will Change the Future of Running Nike athletes are preparing for a battle that is straight out of a literary discussion: Man vs Himself. It’s a theme that requires an…
I really like doing these SYBTF posts on Nike’s SNKRS page. Let me explain how these work. I’m not doing an analysis to check and see what shoes you should be preparing to flip. What I do here is look at the sneakers above the fold. Usually there are 48 pair of shoes above the…
The Nike Zoom Vaporfly 4%, Nike Zoom Fly and Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 34 release June 8 at Nike.com and through select retailers. Source: Nike News – Nike Redefines Look and Feel of Fast Running Nike and adidas are both making a push to reignite the performance running market and they are both going towards…
Originally posted on Housakicks The Nike Air Max 90 Ultra Flyknit pack will officially launch on March 2, just in time for the Spring season. The collection will feature a total of six pairs; each has been updated with a lightweight net-like knit upper for maximum comfort. Updating their classic shoes with better materials has been…
The Nike Air VaporMax pays off the full promise of Air — to provide lightweight, consistent cushioning that lasts. Source: Nike News – Nike Air VaporMax Reveals the Pinnacle of Air Last year in October I wrote an article on why VaporMax is important. Now with the dawn of VaporMax upon us, it will be…
A predecessor to Nike Free, the Nike Aptare SE features a drawstring closure system and mesh upper. Source: Nike Aptare The Nike Aptare SE in this Olive colorway creates a more muted look. Nike is slowly becoming a victim of its own branding. The adidas running shoes have resorted to a more minimal approach in branding….
Originally posted on Housakicks We were just treated to the triple black Flyknit racer in less than a month ago; Nike just unveiled the Triple White Nike Flyknit Racer , scheduled to release in the Spring of 2017. At 5.6 ounces, the Triple White Nike Flyknit Racer is an extremely light shoe with a flexible…
Find release dates and info for the Nike Flyknit Racer on Nike.com. Follow all new releases with the Nike Launch Calendar. Source: Nike Flyknit Racer The latest release of the Nike Flyknit Racer is upon us. On October 14th this olive trimmed colorway will drop. There aren’t many posts about the shoe other than general…
The Air MaX 90 ULTRA SE Infrared released a couple of days ago . Nike made a few changes to the original model with this edition by upgrading it with modern technology. The shoe features a molded foam upper that offers a soft feel and cushioning, perforations that provide breathable comfort. With the synthetic leather…
