Before you get too excited at the site of this incredible version of the Air Jordan V, be aware that unfortunately, these are only a look-see sample. They were produced as a potential Spring ’09 release, but for whatever reason, never saw the light of day. It seems a shame because this is looking like the kind of colorway that had the potential to be an instant classic. For starters, the shoe sports a White/Black/Varsity Red color scheme that is always a crowd favorite with Jordan-heads, but there are also some added touches that give this edition of the Air Jordan V some personality of its own. The red outline around the “shark’s tooth” section of the midsole and the embroidered eyeball graphic on the side of the upper were already seen on the military-inspired Grey Nurse version of the AJF 5, but knowing how a lot of people feel about Fusions, it would have been nice to see the concept used on a Retro model as well. Sadly, it’s looking like the boat has already sailed for these, but you can at least check out some pics of what could have been after the jump, and stay tuned in case anything changes in terms of a possible release.  Via Kenlu.

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This past weekend, Lebron James, took a break out of his “More Than A Game” World Tour to host his Fourth Annual State Farm King for Kids Bike-a-Thon. Aside from the King himself, Chris Paul, of the New Orleans Hornets and Nick Cannon also joined the bike ride for charity. The bike ride for charity had more than 1,000 participants, ages 9-14. King James who must not have wanted to mess up his new Air Max Lebron VII sneakers wore the new Nike Air Max+ 2009 running shoes. via Lebron2010

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Another new pair of Nike Spring 2010 samples have surfaced via the World Wide Web, this pair of Nike Air Max 90′s comes in a bright Orange Blaze and White colorway that features an Orange Blaze leather upper with hits of White accented against a White leather Swoosh and mixed with a White mesh toebox, one of the things we sneakerheads yearn for on AM90′s from Nike. Like the Air Max 90 Current Moire we showed you earlier today, this pair of Nike sneakers won’t hit retailers until the Spring of 2010, if you don’t want to wait that long you can pick them up now on ebay via Cigar0330 on eBay.

Style: 325018-811
Color: Orange Blaze/White-White

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After the news broke of Eric Koston leaving Lakai for Nike SB, Koston fans and Nike SB heads knew it was only a matter of time before we saw a Nike SB shoe made for him. During the 2009 Skatepark of Tampa September Showcase, a number of upcoming Nike SB shoes were previewed for various skateboarders and spotted amongst them was this Dunk Low that many are speculating to be the first Eric Koston Nike SB shoe. In addition to the believed Eric Koston Nike SB Dunk Low, a number of other interesting sneakers from the Nike SB camp were spotted at the showcase including various Dunks, Blazers, Bruins, and the new Omar Salazar signature shoe. via NSB

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Spring 2010 Nike samples have found their way to the internet and one of the most interesting pairs from Nike for the upcoming Spring 2010 season is this new Nike Air Max 90 Current Moire sneaker that looks to improve on the original AM90 Current Moire that was released earlier this year. This new AM90 Current Moire that will be released in the Spring of 2010 features a new upper that uses a embossed perforated pattern. The first colorway of the Air Max 90 Current Moire from the Nike Sportswear Spring 2010 Collection will come in Medium Grey, Club Purple, White, and SNBM. If you don’t want to wait till Spring 2010 to pick up your pair you can get the size 9 sample from Cigar0330 on eBay.

Style: 344081-051
Color: Medium Grey/Club Purple-White-SNBM

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Vans’ classic Sk8-Hi model has undergone a luxurious makeover as part of the Vans Vault line. The shoe has been upgraded with some shiny croc-like reptile skin uppers in two new colorways. One version sports a traditional-looking black and white color scheme while the other keeps it even simpler with a tonal beige upper. Both pairs feature some decorative stitching patterns as well as clean white midsoles with a corresponding accent stripe. If you’ve been looking for a classier way to rock your Vans, you can find both colorways now at Flauge.  Via Freshness.

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Last week, we gave you a preview of Converse’s slick new Jack Purcell Racearound model, and now it’s time to take a look at another colorway of the stylish shoe. You already saw the black colorway, which keeps things very simple, allowing the sleek silhouette to be the focal point. This new color scheme, however, makes things a little more interesting, using a combination of white and black sections on the upper to give the shoe an entirely different look. All in all, the Jack Purcell Racearound provides a nice lifestyle sneaker alternative to comparable styles like Chucks and certain Vans models, offering a bit more class and sophistication. If you like what you see, you can already find both colorways at select Converse retailers. Via MarcusTroy.

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The newest Nike Air Max Lebron VII from the World Tour City Pack comes courtesy of the capital of China, Beijing. This will be Lebron’s first visit back to the city where he captured his first Olympic Gold Medal last year during the 2008 Beijing Olympics. The Air Max Lebron VII Beijing carries a theme of, Tradition, and features images of a young Lebron when he played at St. Vincent St. Mary High School. The Beijing colorway of the Air Max Lebron VII uses the same colorway as all of the other cities, only it features different images on the shoes as well as the Chinese characters 北京 (Bei Jing) on the back of the air bubble. Like all of the other colorways of the Nike Air Max Lebron VII City Pack, the Beijing version will be limited to 123 pairs globally. via Dunk.com.cn

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Our first look at Nike’s new Grand Purple had us thinking it was very dark; nearly black.  This latest release is the clearest demonstration that the Swoosh’s new favourite hue is true to its name.  The Nike Dunk Low pictured above uses black on the rear to show how stark the contrast actually is, a look enhanced by white stitching throughout.  While technically a womens release, these are available up to US size 12 (mens 10.5) from jordanbrandseller on eBay.

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LeBron James’ More Than a Game World Tour just wrapped up its first set of US dates.  The final stateside stop was an event Friday in King James’ home town of Akron, Ohio.  LBJ did it all, from singing Soulja Boy to the crowd to beating Chris Paul in a hotshot competition.  He wore the Akron edition Nike Air Max LeBron VII from the City Pack and pictured above is an alternate version of James Hayden’s Artist Series 1 of 1 customs.  Click the jump below for more photos of both.  via Nike Basketball Twitter

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Ultraman’s 40th anniversary is over two years past, but Nike continues to draw from the Japanese cult cartoon.  Where the Lows we showed you Thursday go heavy on silver and red with just a bit of black on the tongue, these Nike Dunk Highs are nearly all black and red.   The red leather underlay features a hexagonal perforation pattern we’ve seen on another pair of Dunks with cartoonish colours.  You can pick up a pair now on eBay.  Photos: StepToRun

Style: 317982-601
Color: Varsity Red/Anthracite-White

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Reebok’s Perfectly White Pack that released back in June was quintessentially ‘summer’.  It’s still very hot, but RBK is channeling this theme into a darker pack for fall.  The Perfectly Grey Pack reprises the Court Victory Pump-Pump Omni Lite-Insta Pump Fury trio, this time using all grey leathers.  There’s also a hint of carbon fibre running through the pack, as the first two models have a woven material around the ankles that resembles it, while the Insta Pump Furys have a carbon fiber arch.  Grab all three of these today from mita sneakers.

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