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Last winter, Nike began releasing colorways of the Zoom Kobe IV based on the color schemes of some high schools and college teams that hold some special significance to Kobe. Back in February, we first got a look at the version inspired by Lower Merion High School, where Kobe played before taking on the NBA. The Lower Merion edition featured an away colorway with the team’s Aces logo placed on the heel. Now, Lower Merion will be honored again, but this time around, it will be a home version that sports a white/metallic silver upper with red accents. Also of note, the Aces logo has been replaced by a Bulldogs logo, which for some reason, is the name of Lower Merion’s baseball team, even though the rest of their teams are all known as the Aces. An exact release date is still not confirmed, but these are expected to drop alongside the home version of the Rice High School Zoom Kobe IV. Via NT.
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The Nike Blazer has enjoyed a banner year in 2009 and expansions of its classic design will continue to accumulate. The highs pictured above are done in red and black leather and have velcro straps instead of laces. A low cut pair sticks with laces and opts to contrast ripstop nylon with full grain leather, all in green. Grab the green ones or the red pair today before their spring 2010 release in sample sizes from Osneaker.
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The latest camouflaged Air Force 1 Low from Nike is anything but invisible The white leather Swoosh bursts from a black background of tumbled leather and nubuck. White also adds some ‘light’ to the black midsole that sits atop the ‘camo’ outsole. It’s not the traditional green, brown and black, but rather a grey, black and white version that goes with the binary colourblocking. Anyone who wears US size 7 or smaller can grab these from StepToRun on eBay.
Style: 314192-016
Color: Black/White
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The Nike Air Classic BW was originally released in a Black, White, and Persian Violet colorway back in the late 80′s when the concept of Nike Air Max had just been introduced to runners all over the world. Fast forward to 2009 and now the Nike Air Classic BW is one of the many classic Nike Air Max styles in Nike’s long line of running sneakers. Here is a look at one of the Nike Air Classic BW colorways that has yet to make it to retail shelves, it comes in a similar colorway to the original only this one features an all Black upper with a small hit of Persian Violet and finished with a White outsole. This colorway was manufactured in 2008 and a pair of size 9 samples are available now for all you Classic BW fans since they may never come out, pick them up from Cigar0330 on eBay.
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Here are some new photos of the 2009 Doernbecher Freestyle from Jordan Brand, the Air Jordan VI (6) Retro. This shoe sports a definite Olympic vibe. With its navy suede upper plus red and gold accents, these remind us that the AJ6 was released only a year before MJ brought back his second gold medal from Barcelona wearing the Air Jordan VII. Thanks to Pete from Premium Laces for the additional info:
The Kid who made these is actually named Jordan! How Fitting OK you could already see what the shoe looks like im gonna just break it down for you – The ‘06/08′ impressed on the side panel is when he Finished Treatment (Get it 06-08) . The Large number 1 stitched on the backtab is because he finished first in his class.
There will also be 5 other Releases besides the Jordan for a Total of 6 Sneakers in this Years Nike / Doernbecher Release. “Can any 1 Say P-Rod 3………”
OH YEAH THE RELEASE DATE IS 11/14/09 (Remember Where you Heard It.)
Photos: FlightClub
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The Asics Gel Lyte III is back, once again using some wild colors and patterns to bring new life to the classic running model. Coming off eye-catching recent designs like the “Blueberry” and “Lite Brite” editions, the Gel Lyte III returns in a crazy new colorway that combines a black and grey foundation with bright blue and yellow accents. Obviously the most noticeable attribute is the pattern on the upper that looks suspiciously similar to Elephant print, but the checkered mesh design on the toe box also offers another interesting style touch. If you’re feeling this version of the Gel Lyte III that has unofficially been dubbed the “Blue Jumbo,” check out some more pics after the jump and keep an eye out for these at select Asics retailers in October. Via SnkrFrkr.
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We saw a pair of Nike Tennis Classics with their vintage treatment in White and Green back in May. These use the same colours, but end up closer to the ‘Stan Smith’ end of things. This pair of Tennis Classic AC’s from the Nike Sportswar Spring 2010 collection reminds us of adidas’ classic lowtop with its use of lucky green. One significant difference, though, is the striped laces that go half and half with white and green. If you want to grab these early, look no further than Osneaker.
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Nike will be teaming up with BET and producer-extraordinaire, Just Blaze, for a new take on the HOT 16 rhyme competition. Aspiring mc’s are invited to submit their best 16 bar verse for a chance to win a trip to NYC to participate in the 2009 BET Hip Hop Awards Cypher, as well as shot at a trip to the 2009 BET Hip-Hop Awards in Atlanta. Entrees should be t.v.-friendly, meaning no sex, profanity or violence, and should also incorporate the concept of what “Be True” means to you. If you’re interested, you’d best act fast, because the deadline for entrees is tomorrow, August 28th. Get over to the BET HOT 16 page to submit and be sure to keep reading after the jump to check out a video with Just Blaze discussing the contest. Good luck to all. Via Freshness.
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The Project Bluefoot Intelligent Design competition has brought together some of the world’s best undiscovered amateur sneaker designers. Entrants in the contest were invited to design a concept for the upcoming Air Jordan XXV and were asked to show their inspiration, sketches and the final product to be judged by a panel of judges, including Jordan Brand’s own Jason Mayden and D’Wayne Edwards. Fifteen finalists have been selected so far, so keep reading after the jump to take a look at the finished version of each of the final 15 designs. For more on the competition, as well as pics of the sketches and inspiration from each finalist, you can get over to ProjectBluefoot and spend some time taking a closer look at the finer points of this intriguing design contest.
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We gave you a look at this wild new Blazer Mid model as part of our Fall/Winter 2009 Nike preview, and now it’s time to take a closer look. This version of the Blazer Mid adds some interesting new touches to the classic model, but still maintains its basic aesthetic. The shoe sports a Black suede/leather upper with vibrant touches of Hot Red on the tongue, heel branding and the moccasin-stitched stripe that lines the bottom edge of the upper. Some hints of Hot Red also show through the perforation holes that make up the Swoosh on the side of the shoe. The design is finished off by a clean White midsole, providing a nice blend of new and old elements to give this Blazer Mid some real personality. These are expected to hit stores in the near future and be sure to check out some more pics after the jump. Via Freshness.
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