The Nike LeBron 8 ‘South Beach’ is definitely one of the most electrifying releases of the last few years. All the media hype surrounding LeBron’s decision to leave Cleveland for Miami led Nike to muster up a daring shoe to present LeBron as a Floridian, and clearly it was more aggressive than passive. The limited release last month in Miami led to camp-outs and of course, skyrocketing resale values on other sites, but the opportunity to cop for retail is finally here. Footaction is preparing a midnight release for this shoe but at four locations, a special release event will be held; live music, raffles, and prizes will be part of the festivities, so continue reading for full event info and locations!

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The-Dream and his newest collaborator, Kim Kardashian, were spotted sitting courtside at the Houston Rockets vs. New York Knicks Game on Sunday afternoon. Supposedly Kim enlisted The-Dream to help her record a new album, details are scarce at the moment but we’re sure more information will emerge in the coming weeks. The-Dream whose kick game is definitely up to speed with some of the other celebrities featured on Sneaker News went back into his sneaker closet to bring back a pair of Air Jordan 1 Retro’s in White, Black, and Varsity Red from 2000 that uses hits of patent leather. Get a detailed look at The-Dream’s Jordan’s or more of Kim Kardashian after the jump…

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As far as sneakers go, a few materials pop up more often than others.  We see leathers, suedes and nubucks all the time, along with nylon (meshes) and plenty of textiles.  Here’s a look at a new pair from adidas Originals that falls into the first category as a synthetic leather, but also resides in another group that’s considerably more exclusive.  The adidas Originals Stan Smith 80s Lux Stingray is covered in an imitation of exactly what its name suggests: ray skin.  Looks like they’re ready for Steve Zissou’s latest expedition too with a rugged feel thanks to D-ring eyelets, and they should hit retailers next March.  via GLLTN

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We’ve seen plenty of lasered Air Jordans, but it took a special 11 year old to expand the etching beyond your typical Jordan symbology mural.  The Air Jordan 3 ‘Doernbecher’ by Cole Johansen is the latest in a long line of kicks whose proceeds go to support the Doernbecher Children’s Hospital in Portland, Oregon.  They’re almost entirely Varsity Red and feature Cole’s own unique pattern laser-etched into the top parts of the upper – and we even get a look at Cole’s favorite foots as graphics of a chocolate bar and spaghetti are lasered behind the heeltabs of both shoes.  Other key details include a translucent outsole and insoles that echo the ‘STRENGTH/COURAGE’ that unifies this seven year running collaboration. Have a look at some new photos after the jump and pre-order yours today from RMKStore.

Style: 437536-600
Color: Varsity Red/Metallic Silver-Black

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Nike Athletics Far East made its debut by presenting the Nike Lava Dunk, a hybrid boot combining the timeless Nike Dunk and the heralded Nike ACG Lava Dome. Next up in the AFE itinerary is the Nike SFB Chukka, a Nike Sportswear silhouette that is right up the AFE alley; we already showed you the navy blue colorway, but releasing alongside it is a tan suede variety with the grey, pink, and black camouflage print on the upper panel of the shoe. Both pairs feature the AFE-trademark camo print with suede materials and the free-grooved sole. The Nike AFE SFB Chukka just released in Singapore’s Limited Edt. and based on the Tier Zero designation, these will release only at select accounts. Check out both colorways after the jump and stick with Sneaker News for more release updates from Nike Athletics Far East. via streething.

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The Nike Air Force 1 Foamposite in the upcoming Black colorway has been previewed abundantly over the last two months so you should be well aware of what they look like. But for those who are leaning toward no, you might not want to look at these new detailed images because these pictures will leave you wanting more. Here’s an all new detailed gallery of the Nike Air Force 1 Foamposite in Black; the satiny matte finish of the Foamposite gives of an aura of luxury and the visible Air through the translucent midsole redefines beauty – sleep on these and you’ll be kicking yourself down the road. The Black Foamposite Air Force 1 is set for a release on Black Friday (November 26th) so don’t miss out! via Dunk.
Style: 415419-003
Color: Black/Black

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“Wanna be a co-founder of the greatest sneaker collection the world has ever seen?”

All it takes is one look at WDYWT on Sneaker News to realize our readers have tastes every bit as wide as the catalog of available footwear.  And what if there were a place where you could show off your wares and help build a sneaker database the likes of which the world has never seen?  That place is Sneakerpedia, powered by Foot Locker, a new web project that’s just announced its beta period.  This project isn’t about gathering together to buy/sell/trade, but rather create the world’s largest compendium of sneaker data that you’ll be able to upload, tag and search based on a nearly unlimited set of criteria.  The teaser video you can see in full by clicking the jump below warns, “Joining the exclusive Sneakerpedia Beta Club will positively deepen your obsession,” and that’s a risk we’d love to take.

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Safari print is something most of the world simply won’t understand. To the every layperson, Safari print is nothing more than a bunch of crater-like black dots on a white base – something you’d never see on the sneaker. That’s was precisely the thought process behind the Nike Air Safari, when Tinker Hatfield used the print, inspired by an ostrich leather couch, on the running shoe, combining style and design with form and function. Safari print was used once again on Cristiano Ronaldo’s signature football boot, the Nike CR Safari Mercurial Vapor SuperFly II, and also on the Nike5 Lunar Gato IC Safari Soccer Shoe. The classic indoor soccer shoe features Nike’s state-of-the-art Lunar cushioning with the unmistakable print on the upper with a prominent total orange swoosh on the upper. These are available now at Nikestore and just released at Nike Harajuku, so take a look at these new images and let us know what you think of the design.

Style: 415124-180
Color: White/Total Orange-Black

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Brandon Jennings has emerged as the new leader of the surprising Milwaukee Bucks squad but veteran leadership and outside sharpshooting comes from Michael Redd, a second-round gem of a draft pick from Ohio State University. Redd is best known for his lightning quick release and south-paw delivery and helping him zero in on the basket this season is this PE colorway of the Nike Hyperdunk 2010. The all-white upper is matches with a forest green swoosh, heel cup, and outsole trim with red finishing up the Bucks uniform colorway. ‘M Dot’ can be seen in a classic baseball-jersey font styling as well. Check out the extra shots after the jump and stick with Sneaker News for all Nike Basketball PEs of the 2010-11 NBA Season.

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Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp was spotted in Europe this weekend with his pop-star girlfriend Rihanna, who is promoting her new album “Loud”. Kemp was photographed walking out of a hotel alongside the faux-redhead Rihanna with an oversized Louis Vuitton Damier Graphite Keepall 55 bag and Michael backpack along with a pristine pair of the recently released Air Jordan IX Retro in the OG White, Black, and Varsity Red colorway. While it may be the offseason for Matt Kemp, Rihanna’s new album and alleged apartment-hunting should keep her busy for a while, leaving Kemp plenty of time to hone his leisure skills. Check out the extra shots of Kemp and his kicks after the jump. via UpscaleHype

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Still having a hard time picking out a pair of winter boots? How about going with the brand that made its name by manufacturing some of the best outdoor gear ever made? Before Foamposite and Air Max made its way onto a boot, Timberland’s been the trend-setter with its outdoor gear (who doesn’t have a pair of 6-inch Classics in his closet?), and something fresh and new for the Holiday 2010 season is a combination of Timberland‘s heralded rugged durability and athletic performance. Check out the Timberland Mountain Athletics Furious Fusion GTX, which looks like a cross between a military-grade boot and an athletic performance shoe; it is constructed of a waterproof leather upper with an externally molded rubber heel, with the rubber outsole made up of 42% recycled rubber. Other features include a gusseted tongue, padded ankle collar for comfort, and a removable OrthoLite insole. A detailed gallery awaits so check ‘em out and pick up a pair at Foot Locker today.

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The city of Detroit is considered as the home of American autos and the Motor City-based sneaker shop recently had a unique opportunity to work with New Balance and the MT580, recognized for its hard-nosed American values of manufacturing and labor. New Balance typically embarks on collaborative projects with sneaker shops of the Eastern Hemisphere so this Burn Rubber x New Balance collaboration is a rarity based on the fact that it takes place on our soil! Burn Rubber uses an auto-shop theme with their design, using a cold grey suede and mesh on the upper with a 3M ‘bumper’ and patent leather accents. Completed with a white midsole, gum bottom sole, and an argyle print on the inner lining, the Burn Rubber x New Balance MT580 takes on an added personal touch with the customized hangtag that features Burn Rubber’s mascot ‘The Chef’. These will be released on November 26th at Burn Rubber so check out the detailed shots after the jump because a perfectly executed ‘simple’ shoe is hard to come by these days!

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