When photos of the Nike Zoom Kobe 6 ‘Christmas’ first surfaced, a few thoughts came to mind.  These are on the opposite side of the spectrum from the LeBron 8 V.2 ‘Christmas’, and unless the Heat can get their act together, these green-on-green ZK6s might end up looking like the Grinch to Bron and his Miami teammates.  Some have also speculated that as a follow up to last year’s Zoom Kobe V ‘Bruce Lee’, these can be seen as a tribute to Lee’s stint as Cato on ‘The Green Hornet’.  No matter which fictional character(s) they’re based on, Santa’s still real to us, and the proof is this amazing sneaker headed to retail.  Perhaps the most ‘natural’ reptilian look for the Zoom Kobe VI yet, these joints will likely touch down in stores some time around the big X-mas Day game, and you can already get one from a limited size run over at MarqueeSole.

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The Air Jordan V Bin 23 looks pretty amazing in all-black leather, but its release is a few months off, and we’ve got another super-premium AJ retro release right around the corner.  Don’t make the mistake of sleeping on the Air Jordan VII Premio pictured above; these joints are perhaps the most ‘AJVIII’ of all the Sevens, with the West African tribal art theme extending beyond the legendary shoe’s jagged construction and onto an unprecedented heel design.  These joints are crafted in the finest tumbled leather and the rastafied colorway is sure to inject some energy into these grey autumn days.  Have a look at some crisp new photos after the jump and get your plans in order, because these are dropping alongside a veritable torrent of heat on Black Friday at select Jordan Brand retailers like WestNYC or get yourself a pair early on eBay.

Style: 436206-101
Color: White/Del Sol-Black-Challenge Red

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When UNC, Cal and Georgetown rocked them along with special white/silver uniforms back in February, it looked like the Air Jordan 2010 ‘Silver Anniversary’ was something of a PE.  Luckily for Jordanheads, the 25th Anniversary edition of the 25th Air Jordan was released early this month, and here’s a look at a sample that probably would have sold out just as quickly.  These Silver Anniversary AJ2010s feature two design elements that tend to always make Jays look great: laser etching and reflective 3M material.  Quite a surprise how different these key distinctions make the samples appear when compared to the released version, so click below to find more photos from aaront and let us know which edition you favor.  And remember, you can still pick up the retail version on eBay.

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The Playstation 2 x Nike Air Force 1 was a seminal collaboration, a groundbreaking colorway that served as a harbinger of things to come in both the super-limited and teamup categories that have come to dominate the sneaker scene in recent years.  Sony and the Swoosh are back together, this time celebrating the PSX’s 15th anniversary by highlighting two of the PS3′s biggest releases: Killzone 3 and the new PS Move motion controller.  Sony Director of Product Publicity Ron Eagle got to work on the Nike Zoom Huarache TR ‘Move’ and SFB ‘Killzone’, each of which is jaw dropping in its own way.

The Huaraches go with a black base and electric blue accents along with a iridescent lenticular Swoosh on the heels, while the Killzone Special Forces Boots feature an eery eye on the lateral ankles with speckles and accent stitches to bring some depth to the nearly all-black design.  Have a closer look at both pairs after the jump and check out the amazing special package that’s designed to include a custom PS3, Move controller and camera and both pairs of kicks (apparently exclusive to select athletes and celebrities), plus another that’s just for the two shoes.  Will you be able to get your hands on either package?  Stick with Sneaker News for more details on a possible (and inevitably hard to get) retail release.  via SoleCollector

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Comfortable? Check. Stylish? Check. Able to withstand the storm? Check. The Nike ACG Zoom Tallac Lite might be the best all-around Nike ACG boot in its line-up because it fits the bill in every possible way. This new Holiday 2010 colorway combines Black, Hot Lime, and Cool Grey with Black taking the majority of the upper with the perfect hit of hot lime on the upper accents. Sneaker News recently showed you the Varsity Red pair but if those are a bit too loud for you, these should be the perfect choice for your winter-time rotation. Check out the extra angles after the jump and pick up a pair now from StepToRun on eBay.

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Supra is no stranger to Air Jordan-inspired designs and colorways, and with 2010 set to go down as the ‘Year of Cool Grey’, it’s no huge surprise that the Crown Brand is offering their own shiny, steely collection.  The Supra Vaider ‘Cool Grey’ is crafted in a tonal grey mix of nubuck, canvas and, you guessed it, patent leather for one of the more interesting non-Air Jordan XI releases in  ‘cool grey’ this season.  These are among the nicer Supra releases on record with that mix, plus an embroidered crown on the lateral ankles, along with matching hoodies and tees.  The entire collection will be exclusive to skateboarding outfitter CCS starting on Black Friday, and you can see more shots by clicking the jump below.

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With sneaker brands taking cues from streetwear labels and going for a more ‘mature’ look in recent years, we’ve seen a number of woolen and peacoat-inspired sneakers.  The navy-inspired look has found its fair share of adopters, and now Converse looks to branch out a bit further with their latest Chuck Taylor colorup.  The Converse All Star ‘Duffle Coat’ does just what its name would suggest, but even then, you might not expect the walrus teeth to be this big.  They’re of the size you’d see on an actual duffle coat, which means they’re pretty well oversized for a sneaker, and this contrast of sophistication and ostentatious design makes for one of the more interesting winterized kicks this season.  We have more pictures after the jump and expect these two pairs to hit US One Star retailers soon; they just arrived at Japan’s FLAUGE.

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Even with adidas Originals ever-growing heritage model lineup, we’ve seen very little of the above pictured classic model.  Scottish sneaker boutique Hanon seeks to rectify that with this new Hanon x adidas Originals Kegler Super.  These joints are just a hint away from being a perfect Pittsburgh Steelers colorway, with yellow, white and blue accents appearing to contrast the tonal black upper.  Said upper is comprised of two different suede tones that are laid atop microperforated leather, and they’re appropriately colored given the Black Friday drop date.  Only 480 pairs will be available at Hanon and two adidas concept stores, and you can get a better look at the hand-numbered goodness by clicking the jump below.

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On the eve of the Fourth of July, Nike SB released a special colorway of the Nike SB Dunk High in a patriotic red, white, and blue and inspired by Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Born in the USA’ album artwork. Here’s a look at the unreleased version, which features subtle differences from the ones that hit retail; the sample version features a clean denim finish, while the released pair has frayed edges for a more rugged ‘American’ look. Of course, you can’t be more American than repping the flag, which the sample pair does not (the released version has an American flag replacing the Nike SB tag on the tongue. More images await you so check out the unreleased version and let us know which version of the Nike SB Dunk High ‘Born in the USA’ you prefer, and pick up this size 9 sample from hype_ills on eBay.

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Jordan Brand is certainly looking out of the kids this December as the Air Jordan XIII ‘Altitude’ Quickstrike of the month will be available for kids as well. Whether you’re a young’n with a budding sneaker collection or perhaps a sneakerfiend of the female variety, the GS release is a godsend. It fits, it’s cheaper, and it’s usually less in demand! Featuring an all-new mesh upper instead of the original leather panel, the Altitude XIII is certainly a must-have for the Holiday season because of its eye-catching colorway and somewhat limited nature of the release. If you decide to pass up on these this time around, you’ll have to pay more on the resale market because the previous Air Jordan XIII Altitude release fetched close to $250 long after the release. Extra images for the kiddie-sized Altitudes await so check them out and grab a pair early from shaolin8 on eBay.

Style: 414574-003
Color: Black/Altitude Green

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The first matchup between the new-look Miami Heat and two-time defending NBA Champion Los Angeles Lakers will be this year’s Christmas Day headliner.  LeBron and Chris Bosh are each looking to secure a win en route to their first chip, while Kobe is seeking one for the other thumb this year, a sixth ring to tie Michael Jordan and further eclipse Shaq.  And with King James likely rocking an all-red LeBron 8 V.2 on X-mas, the juxtaposition continues with this green-on-green Nike Zoom Kobe VI.  The tonal colorup is perfectly executed on the ZK6′s scaly Black Mamba-inspired design, and given the timing, it’s hard to dismiss these as the ‘Grinch’ Kobe Six.  Have another look in these new photos and stick with Sneaker News for updates on a possible retail release.  via joejoecong/kickz-lab

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Who’s getting the top spot this week? Last week a crisp hand-me-down pair of the Original Air Jordan VII Bordeaux won in blow-out fashion, but this week’s selection looks to be a lot more competitive. Entries from Nike, Nike SB, Jordan, Nike Basketball, and plenty more were part of this week’s Sneaker News Blogs: Best of WDYWT, so it’s time to check out the twenty hottest kicks and vote for the top spot. If you’re still behind the WDYWT tip, what are you waiting for? It’s easy to submit your kicks and all it takes is a camera phone and a fresh pair of sneakers. Check out the Top 20 after the jump and don’t forget to vote at the very end!

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