Source: Nike Air Foamposite Pro ‘Black & White’ 2016. Nike+ SNKRS Dr. Doom, aka Viktor aka Metal Face (Shout out MF Doom) was green and silver basically so why these are called Dr. Doom has eluded me since the mid 2000’s. Since the community named it, that’s what it is. I guess the pack was…
Shares of Foot Locker were higher on Friday after its third-quarter earnings beat expectations. Earnings of $1.13 a share were three cents ahead of analysts’ estimates, while revenue of $1.88 billion was in-line with forecasts. Same-store sales increased 4.7% year-over-year, but were flat when compared to the second quarter. Inventory also rose by more than…
Bella Hadid recently landed a major contract with Nike. Which led Olympic ice dancer Meryl Davis to call out Puma and Nike for hiring celebrities over athletes. Meanwhile Puma CEO Bjørn Gulden says, “Our marketing, with personalities like Rihanna, Kylie Jenner, Cara Delevingne … has increased our brand Source: Are Customers More Likely to Buy Celebrity-…
12 Soles celebrates silhouettes that define the past, present and future of basketball. Sneakers within the assortment will be available beginning December 3 from Nike+ SNKRS and select retailers. Source: Nike News – Nike+ SNKRS Presents 12 Soles The last year has not been kind to Nike Basketball. On this site I’ve continuously discussed the…
In an effort to appeal to the widest possible base, many shoes by sportswear companies are keeping all generations in mind. Source: Why Nike, Under Armour, and Adidas are selling ‘dad shoes’ – Business Insider I don’t count Stan Smiths as dad shoes, but I get where they’re going with this one. It’s like NPD’s…
The court, created in partnership with the New York City Parks and Recreation Dept., is located at Sara D. Roosevelt Park. Source: Nike Opens New York MADE: Stanton Street Courts by KAWS Memphis has its version of outdoor courts located by a police station on Mt. Moriah. Bounce Magazine’s Sean Couch once visited the courts….
Source: The Most Popular U.S. Brands In China This isn’t exactly a detailed post. It’s just a click through, but it’s kind of a surprise. The company that is Made in the USA (well partially made in the USA) is the 3rd largest U.S. brand in China. That’s actually amazing when you consider it is…
Basketball sneakers became more than just shoes with the explosion of Nike and Michael Jordan. Following that rise came sneaker-related crime and violence. Former NBA All-Star Stephon Marbury is trying to change the game with a $15 sneaker. Source: The Rise Of Nike — And One Former NBA Player Trying To Change Sneaker Culture |…
More than $300 million in cash and merchandise will flow from sportswear giants Nike, Adidas and Under Armour to university athletic departments this year. Here’s where the money will go. Source: See how much your university gets from Nike, Adidas or Under Armour (Database with 2016 updates) – Portland Business Journal I’m finding the information…
The store emphasizes personalized service and is a template for future Nike retail locations. Source: Nike (NYSE: NKE) opens next-generation store in Soho (Photos) – Portland Business Journal Matthew Kish just reported on the opening of a SoHo store by Nike. Unlike any other Nike space the sneaker world has seen, this shop creates…
Source: Nike+ SNKRS. Release Dates & Launch Calendar This is not a regular “Should You Buy to Flip?” Yesterday I shared this post from the CNBC website about how the basketball market has already begun to rebound. I then shared the information with industry leading stat company NPD Group and Matt Powell. He immediately wrote…
Since it’s election day and I have to prepare to stand in a long line, I’m doing an election themed sneaker post to give you options on which sneaker stock you could buy. Like our real election I’m limiting you to three options. Like our election, they all have serious flaws. I’m pulling info from…
In May of this year Footlocker reported on the decline in basketball sales. This trend has continued into the 3rd Quarter with basketball actually killing margins across the board. I have seen first hand the reduction in sales as my online shop was based primarily on Nike Basketball and over the past two years, I’ve…
Ghirmay Ghebreslassie, from Eritrea, beat Kenya’s Lucas Rotich by just 62 seconds; Mary Keitany becomes first to win three in a row since Grete Waltz Source: NYC Marathon: Ghirmay Ghebreslassie, Mary Keitany win top 2016 races I haven’t done any research on sales post NYC Marathon, but I have to assume that both companies will…
The Holiday 2016 NikeLab Gyakusou collection releases on November 10. Source: Jun Takahashi on the Philosophy of Gyakusou The one benefit of running the site is researching. “Running in Reverse”, for those of you to lazy to click through (shouldn’t be many, this is the smarter sneaker site) is the definition for the word Gyakusou….
Source: New Adidas CEO acts to reshape Reebok, support growth | Reuters On October 25th Kevin Plank announced that the projections for profit would be lower in the next few years as Under Armour begins to ramp up marketing efforts to keep pace with the resurgent Adidas and the beast that is Nike. Immediately this…
Originally posted on Housakicks Nike is on a mission to revamp its classic Air Force 1 sneakers with the use of flyknit material on certain parts of the shoes. The new design will also feature a lightweight ultra sole, and a breathable upper to enhance ventilation. On November 3rd, the Nike Lunar force 1 Flyknit Workboot…
Today, Nike announced the Nike Ease Challenge, which invites designers, engineers to help all athletes to live more active and independent lives. Source: Nike News – Igniting Footwear Design Innovation For Athletes of All Abilities I always appreciate it when footwear companies present opportunities for designers. If you are into creating here is an opportunity…
What started as a post on Brooks Running after seeing a response on Facebook to a customer turned into an analysis of customer service. I took a few minutes to find questions from customers and took snapshots of the responses, or lack of responses from footwear companies. Why would I even stop and do this?…
Men’s shoes should, ideally, embody a marriage of substance and style, according to Gordon Thompson, creator of the inaugural line of George Brown Bilt footwear. Source: Former Nike, Cole Haan creative director launches mens shoe line – Chicago Tribune I wanted to share this interview for two reasons, inspiration to aspiring menswear designers and just…
Nike Basketball’s new film kicking off its season-long Come Out of Nowhere journey was directed by Mark Romanek in Cleveland and Los Angeles. Source: Nike News – Nike Basketball Opens Season With “Come Out of Nowhere” Campaign These posters are classic Nike and another reason why the brand will establish the importance of Nike Basketball.
Increased inventory was one reason Nike gave for declining margins in recent quarters. Here’s how Nike is combating it, and why concerns about it could lead to a buying opportunity. Source: Nike Inc.’s Inventory Challenge Isn’t as Bad as It Looks — The Motley Fool While sneakerheads are not really concerned about the stock prices…
