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Vans Vault is all about transmuting Off the Wall’s classic skate/surf sensibility into more grown up releases. With this new pair, it appears that the Era model has grown a bit taller. The Vans Vault Aion LX features similar construction to the aforementioned classic, rising one eyelets higher and topped with an embossed leather collar. The upper features a leather or suede toe and the rest is patterned textile.
For the joints with the black suede toe, their contrast comes in the form of a black on black plaid, distinguishable by texture rather than contrasting weaves. The other two pairs have brown toes: light brown leather features an earthy tartan plaid, while the chocolate brown suede joints rock a tonal checkerboard. All three have a skull-and-roses imprint reminiscent of the November Rain Dunks, ride vulcanized rubber soles and are available at Vault retailers like Flauge.
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Unless you are standing on line outside of House of Hoops in Harlem right now, you will probably not be getting a pair of Kryptonate Foamposite Lite’s tomorrow. Take some consolation in the fact that after a look at these pics, you will know before many of tomorrow’s would be purchasers that the retail version has a slight variation from the pair that Nate made infamous in Phoenix. The “K” in the Superman-inspired crest on the side of the upper has been replaced by “NR”, presumably for copyright reasons.
Changes or not, Krypto-mania is already in full swing up in Harlem and the event will definitely be getting even crazier when the man behind the phenomenon, Nate Robinson, will be stopping by to check out the scene and mingle with devoted line-goers. There is also a very special St. Patty’s Day surprise in store for the dedicated mobs that are going all out to get these hot commodities as we speak. If you are in the neighborhood, you might want to check out the show, but don’t expect to get lucky and scoop up a pair. These will be gone as fast as House of Hoops can ring them up.
Nate Robinson @ House of Hoops Harlem
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
4:00 – 5:30 PM ET
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Just a couple of days ago we showed you two pairs of Air Jordan XX3s made specifically and exclusively for Carmelo Anthony, who is on Jordan Brand’s roster and seems to get some of the dopest Air Jordan player exclusives. Moving on up in 2009 is not only Melo’s performance, but also his ever-growing supply of Air Jordan PEe, which is starting to include the freshly minted Air Jordan 2009. Melo’s Air Jordan 2009 PE comes in what we assume to be a Denver Nuggets home colorway of white/university blue – yellow. The university blue is used to accent the mid-sole and the patent leather around the ankle/heel area while yellow is subtly used on the shoe’s stitching and heel tab. Also, without fail, printed onto the tongue tab is Melo’s number 15 as opposed to the usual 23. Like most player exclusives, these are not slated for release, may reach the hands of a few resellers in the near future. Either way, we’ll be sure to keep you posted. via TREPEL//NikeTalk
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We showed you a shiny pair of adidas Superstars a few days back, but these have some *real* bling. Featuring six small diamonds inset between the signature Three Stripes along with Swarovski crystal-studded lacelocks, the adidas Superstar ’80s Diamond Edition will blind any and all haters. The simple white and black colourway does well to balance out the shine, while the included jewelry bag and magnet-clasp box will keep em safe. Extremely limited, these are available now at Xcitizm. via SnkrFrkr
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A few weeks back, we gave you a look at Lacoste’s upcoming “Crocodile Mythology – Myth vs. Legend” collection and now we have some new info on the story behind the Tiller Egypt model. Lacoste will explore the roots of its brand logo with nine total sneakers in the collection, each inspired by crocodile legends from all over the world. This first installment is based on Egyptian mythology and uses colors and style elements which are tied to the stories and the region. Check out the descriptive info below, detailing the symbolism behind several design elements of the shoe. Look for this to begin hitting select Lacoste retailers in the very near future. via SneakerFreaker.
“The Tiller was inspired by ancient Egyptian culture, tribes and architecture. The most notable of which is the pyramid design on the side and insock of the shoe. The colouring of the upper is representative of the Nile crocodile. The jagged white stitching on the toe of the shoe replicates the crocodiles deadly sharp teeth.”
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2009 All Star Game Slam Dunk Contest winner Nate Robinson is towering 80 feet high above 34h Street and 7th Avenue in the heart of Manhattan in anticipation of St Patrick’s Day and the release of the Nike Foamposite Lite Kryptonate Edition tomorrow. A large crowd is already gathered outside House of Hoops Harlem and Niketown New York and with Nate Robinson and even Spike Lee making an at House of Hoops Harlem, getting a pair should be much harder at this point. If you are in are near 34th Street, stop by and check out the billboard.
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You might remember the preview from January, as Vans Syndicate continued to vamp up their releases in the form of a collaboration featuring the more than classic Half Cab treated by Eric Dressen. As was promised, these luxe versions of Half Cabs have started to hit Vans Syndicate retailers and with that comes a better look for our readers and a heads up on where you can grab these beauties.
Just in case this is your first time hearing about this Half Cab Pack, Eric Dressen is a two-time winner of the World Street Skate competition and has been given the opportunity to throw his signature to three colorways of high quality Half Cabs. Along with his John Hancock, Dressen outfitted each of the three pairs with a nice mixture of suede and wool. Look for these at Vans Syndicate retailers now, including UNIV in Cali who are now taking phone orders.
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Madfoot, a Japanese brand focusing on sneaker, has recently dropped it’s Kingston 2, which is moccasin style sneaker with a casual and urban vibe. Coming in three different colorways (green, black and brown), the Kingston 2 features a suede lining stitched by thick threads between the mid-sole and the all canvas upper. These are definitely a nice take on your standard moccasin as each shoe features a thick, white mid-sole and an out-sole that matches each pair’s respective dominant color. All three pairs are available at Madfoot retailers, including the brand’s own online store. via SneakerFreaker
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When you hear the phrase ‘dirty slip’, a paint spill is probably the last thing that comes to mind. However the double entendres play out, these are still some worthwhile steppers for the summer. The Converse Jack Purcell Dirty Slip Pack keeps your mind out of the gutter by drawing inspiration from what else but a messy paint job. Pigment men all around the world rock canvas trousers and sneaks on the job and these are a sort of final imagination of a hard day’s work, with tonal paint splatters providing texture to the canvas uppers. These also feature elastic tongues rather than laces so you won’t get tripped up when you try to cop one or all of em from mita.
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Nike SB’s second signature shoe will be for another one of their team riders, Stefan Janoski, this upcoming vulcanized skate shoe will be released in the second half of this year and features a simple look to it that makes it very appealing to both skaters and non-skaters. Here is a closer look at one of the upcoming colorways in Obsidian and White. This particular colorway sports a classic American look to it with an Obisidan upper, White midsole and outsole, as well as some hints of Red. The laces also look to have taken inspiration from boat shoe laces. via NikeSB.org
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