Sneaker Pimps is hitting the mecca of the sneaker sub-culture as New York City will be its December 2010 tour stop. Sneaker News gave you all the event information last week but a big change has been made; Ghostface Killah of Staten Island’s Wu Tang Clan was set to be a headlining performer, but unfortunately he is unable to make the event. Taking his place is Rick Ross, who will be joined by the other big-name acts slated to give live performances at the event. Full event information lies ahead so continue reading and for our NYC-based readers, let us know if you’ll be at Sneaker Pimps NYC 2010!

The event is now SOLD OUT!

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Flamboyant adidas Originals collaborator Jeremy Scott clearly has a thing for the Metro Attitude silhouette.  Originally debuted in 1986 as Patrick Ewing’s signature shoe, the Attitude has evolved into one of Three Stripes heritage models, and the base for what is now the third J.Scott reinvention.  It all started with the Jeremy Scott x adidas Originals JS Wings, which gave way to JS Wings 2.0.  This new model, then, is a new take on the two-point-oh, the adidas Originals Fire.  They use the same basic shape as the second Wings, but instead of Goodyear-style feathers, these joints go the hot rod route and opt for a gradient flame motif.  Looks like these’ll hit retail next January, and you can get a better look when you click below to let us know what you think about the latest Jeremy Scott adidas.  via SdG

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With the gift-giving season of 2010 close by, Sneaker News is feeling extra generous. We’ve already given away all the hottest sneaker releases, video games, and Jordan Retros from years ago, what else can we possibly do? For the latest Sneaker News Giveaway, we’re giving away a pair of the Air Jordan V, but we can’t decide which one to let go! That’s why Sneaker News is asking you, our loyal readers, to pick the shoe that is to be given away; You get to decide if it’s the Army Olive, Green Bean 3M, or Burgundy colorway that’s up for grabs this time around, so if you’ve been searching for one of the three, don’t forget to vote. The polls will stay open until 9 AM ET tomorrow so let your voice be heard!

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At this time last year, Reebok was celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Pump by collaborating with 20 different retailers/brands to design their own version of the iconic shoe. Between the combination of a great concept/execution and some star power, the Dominique Wilkins inspired version by Packer Shoes is easily one of the most memorable installments of the Pump20 collection. For Packer, the chance to design their own shoe provided plenty of fun and excitement, but to get it just right takes some time and work. Here we get a look at two early samples of the shoe that were eventually altered and tweaked to create the version that released last November. Of the two pairs you see here, one is pretty close to the finished version with the exception of a different outsole, but the other pair really sports some notable differences.

The most glaring change was obviously made to the midsole. As you can see, the early sample featured a white midsole covered by some multi-colored speckling, giving the shoe a very different look in terms of color-blocking. Some of the other changes are a little more subtle, like the grey mesh panels instead of white and no perforations on the tongue. The Packer label that was eventually stitched inside the tongue label is printed on the inner ankle collar and the Dominique silhouette that made it onto t-shirts for the release was originally embroidered on the heel, later to be replaced by Nique’s ’85 and ’90 Slam Dunk Contest title years. Keep reading after the jump for some more pics of the samples and stay tuned for more Packer Shoes x Reebok team-ups in the near future.

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This year has been all about monochromatic and tonal colorways, and even though the other all-black Nike Dunk High we just saw is from the SB sub-label, it’s still somewhat surprising to see another murdered out Dunk High in such close proximity.  The new Dunk High Premium pictured above isn’t a Nike SB release, but it features a similar Zoom Air-equipped insole for superior cushioning.  These joints are done in blacked out canvas, with the metallic eyelets giving off a silvery color in the right light just like the Metallic Black Air Force 1 ‘Foamposite’.  Have a look at more shots after the jump and be on the lookout for these at select Nike Sportswear retailers soon.  via Dunk

Style: 317892-017
Color: Black/Black-Sail

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In a 2010 dominated by adidas Originals ObyO collaborative capsules, we haven’t seen much of the above-pictured Three Stripes heritage model.  And with winter right around the corner, it’s perfect timing to find these new adidas Originals Top Ten Highs hit retail with a bunch of warm and fuzzy details.  These two new pairs are crafted in leather, suede and denim, with corded laces giving a nod toward the bounty of hiking/workboot-inspired looks we’ve seen this season.  A mahogany pair adds grey accents for a cool, mature look, while tonal brown joints make the most of their laces with a Timbo-inspired wheat and black weave.  Check out both in more shots after the jump and look for these at select adidas Originals accounts.  via Ronnie Fieg

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Amare Stoudemire left Phoenix for the bright lights of New York City – will former teammate Steve Nash do the same? Rumors have been swirling around about a possible Nash-to-NY trade given that the Suns are no longer a contender, and the Knicks sorely need a floor general who could optimize Amare’s production. Slap some orange on this new colorway of Nash’s Zoom Go Low and you have the perfect show for the Canuck to wear at MSG, but at this point it doesn’t appear Nash is going anywhere. This Nike Zoom Go Low is perfect for Nash’s game – low cut, Zoom cushioned, lightweight – and he should perform at his best wherever he plays. Check out the extra images after the jump and watch for these to hit Nike Basketball retailers soon because they just dropped at EST Premium in Asia, but you can pick up a pair now on eBay.

Style: 407619-003
Color: Black/White-Varsity Royal

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Nike Hyperdunk 2010 meets Nike ACG? The Hyperdunk 2010 might not be suitable for all-terrain trudging but it seems like ACG styling has made its way to this latest colorway of the omni-present Hyperdunk 2010. With a nice combination of grey, black, purple, and hot red with minor speckling on the midsole and trail-inspired laces, this colorway looks straight out of the 90′s Nike ACG Catalog. Most (if not all) of the Hyperdunk 2010 colorways we’ve seen thus far have been of the ‘Team’ variety, so it’s nice to see Nike mixing it up with this sweet new release. Finishline has them available so check out the extra images after the jump and let us know what you think.

Style: 407625-013

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Tucked right in-between the two hyped-up Air Jordan Retro releases of December 2010 is the Air Jordan XIII in the ‘Bulls’ colorway. A little sneaker history places this colorway on Michael Jordan’s feet during the 1997-98 NBA Season, until he retired them in favor of the Black/White (aka All-Star Games) and the Black/Red for the Playoffs. Later came the low-top PEs and of course the Air Jordan XIV. When it came time for a Retro release, the White/Red Mid was left out and instead a Low version was made available – a move that might have ruffled a few feathers. But after a nice 12-year wait, these will finally release in its original form; You can grab these now at sneakerape because they got them in early, but you can also try to pick up a pair on eBay.

Style: 414571-101
Color: White/Black-Varsity Red

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Given its initial release in 1989, it’s not shocking that the Nike Air Max Light bears undeniable similarities to both the Air Max 1 and AM90.  The AM Light sports an Eighty-Seven-like mudguard along with plastic eyelets like you’ll find on the Air Max 90, and this newest WMNS colorway is somewhere between those two shoes’ four combined signature colorways.  Brighter than Varsity Royal but not as intense as Laser Blue, the mudguard is certainly vibrant against a white/grey base, while a bright red tongue tag finds its place in the middle of V.Red and the Infra- variety.  Have a better look by clicking the jump below and grab a pair today from Kicks-Crew.

Style: 354051-107
Color: White/Bl Grey-Blue Lacquer-Daring Red

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The California Bears aren’t on Bill Swerski’s Superfans’ list of teams to root for but Da Bears of Cal will be rocking the Air Jordan 2010 Team in special Player Exclusive colorways. A white upper with maize and obsidian trim will be a weapon of choice during home games while a black/yellow pair will be worn for Away games. The Away pair features a subtle tonal-black digital elephant print on the upper so keep your eyes open for that if you follow the Cal Bears basketball season. This 2010 Team is just the latest of a vast collection of Air Jordan PEs for Cal (Air Jordan XX2, Air Jordan 16.5, and Air Jordan Icons being a few others), so stay in tune to Sneaker News as we will keep you updated on all NCAA Jordan Brand PEs throughout the 2010-11 College Basketball season!

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UNDERCOVER founder Jun Takahashi collaborated with Nike Running to create a capsule that reflects his love of covering ground by foot.  The Gyakusou International Running Association is a crew Takahashi runs alongside in Tokyo, and judging by the quality of this first tag team effort, we hope there are more in store.  The Nike LunarSpider LT+ ‘Gyakusou’ is a Tier Zero release that includes two supremely clever colorways.  Both the Blue Force and Clay Green colorways make the most of the LunarSpider’s striking angular design and are available now at select Nike Sportswear spots, including an in-store-only appearance at SneakersNStuff or in the US, get yours now at 21 Mercer.

Style: 414589-400
Color: Blue Force/Granite

Style: 414589-300
Color: Clay Green/Stone

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