When photos surfaced last week of the 20th Anniversary of Reebok’s iconic Pump basketball sneaker, many saw the heel release as a new feature. While old sneakerheads may have realized it was like that back in ’89, even fewer know how RBK designer Paul Litchfield, whose credits also include Hexalite and ERS cushioning systems, came to the ultimate design. Take a look at some really interesting photos after the jump, including several wacky prototypes like the one pictured above and a few good looks at exactly how Pumps provide extra support with their internal air bladder. via SF
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Though the Nike Dunk and Air Force 1 customs created by SBTG for the fourth installment of KICKS LAB were dope, there was plenty beyond those to enjoy. SBTG, known to the Singapore government as Mark Ong (above, left), had both the Blue Devil and Sable kicks on display and sale at the show in Tokyo’s Shibuya district, but some photos show the renowned customizer may have gone one step too far and customized his own currency. It was probably just for fun though, as other photos you’ll see after the jump detail the dope event, including an appearance from NITRO MICROPHONE UNDERGROUND.
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Nike Bespoke has been consistently been producing some eye popping one of a kind Air force 1 Low designs with their collaborators. We just recently saw a very unique Nike Air Force 1 created by Tony Baker. Although These Air Force 1’s were created by G.D.P. They feature a purple upper that consists of suede, canvas and patent leather. The shock value of these AF1’s comes from the reflective tongue and heel tab, but most of all the clear midsole. If you’re interested in possibly creating some of your own Bespoke Nike Air Force 1′s stop by 21 Mercer for more details.
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As previewed last week, the Bobbito edition of the Pro-Keds Royal Flash is about to hit stores tomorrow. After Kool Bob Love’s glowing review of the Pro-Keds Royal Flash (a.k.a. The Add-On) in his acclaimed book Where’d you Get Those, the brand reached out about a collaboration project. The shoe maintains its original look, but comes with some new additions that put the Bobbito touch all over. Keep reading to see Bobbito sit down to discuss the venture and the history of Pro-Keds with Dante Ross, as well as a look behind the scenes at the shoe release party that was held in NYC last week. Also, don’t forget that Bobbito will be hitting 5 different sneaker shops tomorrow in a whirlwind one-day in-store tour, so if you’re in the NY/NJ area, feel free to stop by and see the man of the hour signing kicks, books and of course, talking sneakers.
WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 28th
IN-STORE SCHEDULE:
12pm – Packer Shoes – Teaneck, NJ
2pm – Rime – Brooklyn
4pm – Goliath – Harlem
530 – Vault – Harlem
7pm – West – Upper West Side
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The latest installment of the Nike Spike Lee Pack are a pair of Nike Big Nike Lows. The colorway is simple yet very clean. They feature a black/light grey full leather upper, with red accents on the laces, swoosh and red glasses on the tongue tag. These Big Nike Lows sit on a Light Grey midsole and Black outsole with some small graphic details on the side panels. They are available now online through LTD.
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With Nike Air Force 1 Bespokes, sometimes we wonder, ‘How’d he come up with that?’ This latest pair makes us wonder how Nike Sportswear even has this option available, given that we can’t see anyone else wanting an $820 pair of zebra striped AF1s covered in horse hair. That’s not because Tony Baker’s latest wouldn’t turn heads, though, as these stunners set atop translucent MX midsoles are among the top candidates for shoes sure to cause traffic problems. Take a look at more photos after the jump, then head over to 21 Mercer St. for an appointment and let out your wild side.
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21 Mercer Street | Map
New York, NY 10013
TEL #: 212-226-5433
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Another version of the Air Jordan Retro 1 Phat Low has been released in a Black/White colorway. These Air Jordan Retro 1 Lows feature a white leather upper with black patent leather toe and heel accents. The black swoosh is made of Chenille which is most known for being found on Varsity/Letterman jackets. The upper sits on top of a White midsole and Black outsole. These Air Jordan Retro 1 Phat Lows are available now at select Jordan retailers such as LTD.
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The adidas Superstar has been around for a long time and has seen its fair share of materials and colorways over the years, but now the classic shoe receives one of its boldest color schemes yet as part of the adidas Originals collection. With the NBA season ready to tip off, adidas will introduce this flashy Los Angeles Lakers-inspired version of the legendary shoe, a tribute to last season’s NBA Championship. Rather than going with the predictable purple/yellow palette, the Lakers Superstar swaps out the yellow for some shiny metallic gold leather. Sections of purple and yellow suede provide the accents with a white toe cap, midsole and lining giving the shoe a touch of the traditional Superstar flavor. As a cherry on top, the insoles feature the Lakers’ logo and the number 15, a nod to their impressive 15th NBA title. If you’re a Lakers diehard or just like these kicks, you will find them at select adidas retailers beginning November 1st. Keep reading for more pics and a list of the spots where you can get yourself a pair.
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