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Recently, we have seen Nike Sportswear release some of their Try-On samples for purchase and now Overkill has taken the idea a step further by making a ton of super-fresh Nike iD samples, Try-Ons and One-offs available to customers. Among the models for sale are some pretty interesting Air Force 1 Low and Mid concoctions as well as a simple grey Dunk model and a bunch of creative takes on the Air Presto. At the center of this Nike iD collection, however, is a slew of fresh Air Max designs that in some cases are better than most retail versions that we’ve seen lately. The Air Max 1, Air Max 93, Air 180 and Air Max 97 are all represented, some in grey Try-On editions and others in some of the wildest colorways imaginable. This sale will kickoff on eBay today, so if you’re drooling on your keyboard right now, you might want to check out the selection.
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Last week, we brought you some news on the limited edition Trainer 1 Legacy pack that contained the original Air Trainer 1, as well as the new Trainer 1 model, both in the OG White/Grey/Chlorophyll colorway. The pack was released last week in limited quantities, and needless to say, they were sold out before most people even knew it existed. Taking the “Trainer Knows” concept one step further, Nike has just blessed a handfull of sneaker VIP’s with a deluxe edition of the pack in a special plexiglass box. The package consists of the same two shoes, but comes with some super-cool extras.
For one, the box itself features graphics on two sides, one image of Bo Jackson and the other of John McEnroe. Upon taking a look inside, the box contains two draws, each filled with a pair of Trainers in a special drawstring bag with the year of their release printed in silver. The icing on the cake comes by way of a mini-book on both the history of the Trainer line and a look at where it’s heading in the future. You can check out a bunch of pics of this incredible collector’s piece, and if anyone who was lucky enough to receive one decides to put it on eBay, we’ll be sure to let you know. Via Freshness.
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Update: The correct name for this shoe is Nike WMNS Gladiateur Mid, not Gladiator.
Last month, we gave you a look at the Nike Gladiator Mid women’s model in both white and black colorways and now the style is back with its boldest look yet. The shoe is a very unique concept that combines elements of both a sneaker and a Roman-style sandal. This time around, the Gladiator Mid is decked out in Metallic Silver leather with a red interior lining. The whole shoe uses a solid Silver color scheme right down to the laces, making this version of the model even more eye-catching than before. No word yet on a U.S. release for these, but we’ll be sure to let you know. Via Dunk.Com.Cn
Color: Metallic Silver/Metallic Silver
Style: 378502-001
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Update: The official name of this sneaker seem to be “Nike Air Max LeBron VII” due to the use of Air Max in place of Zoom Air Technology.
Last month, we gave you a sneak peek at a black on black GS sample of the Zoom LeBron VII and now we have some additional looks at a few more colorways that you might see when these kicks begin to hit stores later this year. It is unknown if these are the final versions of the shoe or if they will be official colorways, but either way, you can finally get a closer look at the eagerly anticipated sneaker. Rather than going the flashy route, the Zoom LeBron VII looks to have a pretty basic basketball aesthetic with nice touches like Flywire, patent leather and a full-sole Air Max unit. Not only are there three different colorways previewed here, but each pair sports some unique characteristics from the other two besides the obvious color differences.
For starters, there is a white/navy/gold pair that features Flywire on the upper and some metallic gold accents. Next up is a possible “Dunkman” inspired edition that uses a black and light green color scheme with Flywire also covering the upper, but placed at some different angles than on the previous colorway. The third version features a simple white upper with red accents and some touches of metallic silver. What makes this colorway so interesting is that the Flywire section of the upper has been replaced by a white woven leather design. As stated earlier, it is still unclear if there will be any changes made to these before the retail versions drop, but at least you can start to get a feel for the basic design. Stay tuned for more on the Zoom LeBron VII as new info becomes available, and in the meantime, you can get an up-close look at these three colorways after the jump. Thanks to Ice-Sole and FeelSoleGood for the photos.
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Due to size constraints, we sometimes see variations between adult and kids/girls sizes. The Nike Air Max 95 is a good example, with its GS releases featuring a single heel-wrapping bubble instead of the ‘standard’ AM95′s seven visible Air pockets. This Air Jordan Force IV (AJF 4) GS is done in the exact same colourway as its older brother, but instead of a red and black midsole with visible Air, the midsole on these is all red. It does keep the black stitch for a nice contrast, and everything else is identical. The subtle difference might make these a worthwhile purchase for collectors, who can find them today on eBay. Photos: Highkickz.
Style: 365160-161
Color: White/Varsity Red-Black
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If you’re not already familiar with the Nike Air Flight Condor, the shoe was first released earlier this year as an updated lower cut version of the classic Flight ’89. Now it appears that Nike has taken the design in the opposite direction, turning it into a stylish high-top. The Air Flight Condor High makes some other changes to the design of the upper, and in fact, aside from the midsole and tongue, the shoe bears very little resemblance to the Condor’s original source of influence. The Flight Condor High is already available in two colorways. One sports a white/black/red color scheme with additional sections of grey that appear to be covered by a Elephant print-like texture. The other colorway features a combination of grey/navy and metallic silver, giving it a much bolder look than the other version. If you’re feeling these kicks, both are already in stock now at FinishLine.
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After the success of the A.R.C. x Nike Air Force 1, the Alife Rivington Club has another collaboration project with Nike coming up. A.R.C. who is well known for their collaborative projects with each well thought out and well designed, put their collective minds on a Dunk High. The sneaker is kept simple featuring a mixture of high tech black materials on the top, a black midsole and a clean gum outsole. The collaboration is called out with the A.R.C. stamp on the heel of the sneaker as well as the signature stripped pattern on the tongue label. Look for this project next month at Tier 0 accounts including the A.R.C. Sports Store. Via Kix-Files.
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We haven’t seen much of the Trainer Dunk Low model lately, but now it’s back as part of the ever-growing Nike LIVESTRONG collection. The Trainer Dunk Low hybrid model features an updated version of the original Air Trainer design with new touches like a Free sole and some slight design tweaks. As expected, the shoe adopts the LIVESTRONG color scheme, adding black and yellow accents to the white/dark grey upper. The shoe also sports a clean white midsole with some touches of yellow, and a special LIVESTRONG tag is included for the tongue label. If you are feeling the kicks and the cause, you can pick these up now for a low price at FinishLine.
Color: Black/Dark Grey
Style: 363698-001
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Thursday Throwback by: GourmetKickz
Year: 2004
Name: Air Force 1
Style #: 306509-211
Colors: Chino / White – Barouque Brown
NikeAirForce1.com 1Thology Profile
“This is how we take the old from new, the new to the old, the old from the new!” Yes we’re about to take you back….. Way back…… into time! In 2004 the sneaker game was kicking butt and taking names. There were hot releases dropping left and right sometimes with no advance notice at all. What kept the game really interesting was that foreign exclusives were releasing under the radar leaving hardcore collectors at the mercy of their international relations and net scouring skills. There weren’t nearly as many sneaker blogs 5 years ago as there are now, so getting the drop on such releases wasn’t nearly as easy as it is today. One of the most notorious types of foreign exclusive releases was the France Exclusive. The usual suspect for such exclusives AF1′s was Courir, which became the nickname for most of the rare Nike Air Force 1′s to drop at that chain of french boutiques. Nike teamed with Courir on several occassions to bring you such classics as the Black / White & Gum bottom AF1′s (often called the “Courir I’s” as well as the “Bamboo” AF1′s and the “Barcode” AF1′s. However few people remember the 2nd Courir Exclusive AF1 which is pictured above.
This AF1 features a nubuck and tumbled leather outer mix while using a great low key colorway: Chino, Baroque Brown, and White. What is most notable about these Courir’s is that most of the shoe is Chino nubuck! A very delicate color/material combination demanding these only be worn on special occassions with a “3 foot rule” strictly enforced and a thick sheen of ScotchGuard! Although this sneaker is somewhat of a sleeper due to its subdued tones, any true collector knows the real story behind these and is immediately impressed by their exclusivity. If you don’t have these in your closet but consider yourself an AF1 Aficionado, you may want to hit the internet and start scouring for a pair of these as you will more than likely never see anything like this from Nike again. With so much technology at play and new materials being introduced month after month, we can only look back at classics like this and appreciate them for their simplicity and emphasis on balance and material usage. So to all the collectors out there, if you own a pair of these pat yourself on the back for having excellent taste!
More photos below…
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While it might not be seen by some to be in the same class as other Nike basketball classics like the Air Force 1 and Dunk, the Terminator seems to be a go-to model when it comes to creative concepts. This Terminator high takes a very unique approach, using a heather grey jersey material for the upper, with the seams around the toe replaced by thick black printed lines. Additional black accents can be found on the Swoosh and upper heel panel as well as on the tongue and laces. A white midsole and a royal blue outsole finish off the color scheme, helping to give this Terminator model one of its most interesting looks to date. If you’re a fan of this new style, you can pick up a pair now on eBay. Photos: Shaolin8
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