Good news — the Dunk’s Hyperfused!  Nike Sportswear loves to apply fresh new styles to the 1985-born Dunk silhouette, but with the Air Force 1 hogging the Foamposite spotlight, it was time to look elsewhere in the Nike Basketball catalog for a breath of fresh air.  And with their super light one-piece uppers, the Nike Dunk High x Hyperfuse is instantly the most breathable Dunk ever released.  Just as the SB Dunk Pro has been revamped to make the classic style a performance leader a quarter century after its debut, the Dunk High Fuse has us wondering if an Air Jordan Alpha 1-style revival might be possible in the NBA.  Then again, these joints are a Quickstrike release, so maybe they’re best left for wowing crowds who’ll instantly know the silhouette yet realize something special’s going on.  Click through to see more and expect these at US NSW spots soon; Nike Harajuku just got their stock today.

Style: 431978-001
Color: Black/Black-Sail

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Ever since it played the starring role on the OG Air Max 95, Volt has been a go-to look for Nike Running.  Here’s the first Nike Air Max 2011 to hit retail, one that makes the most of the newly Fuse-d upper.  A black vamp gives way to Metallic Cool Grey on the side panel Swoosh, with the Fuse mesh giving way to hints the Volt base layer.  This, coupled with the super vivid full length Max Air unit mean that you’ll have maximum visibility AND style.  They’re expected in stores starting February 9th, but you can already grab yours today from Shaolin8 on eBay.

Style: 429889-007
Color: Black/Metallic Cool Grey-Volt

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adidas Basketball will have both ends of the spectrum covered on the 2011 NBA All Star Game when it comes to Eastern Conference starters.  East starting point guard Derrick Rose can count on Dwight Howard for help defense or to finish the -oop, and we’ve seen the special kicks they’ll have on display at Staples Center.  But what about the casual looks we came to expect from last year’s ASG offerings?  Three Stripes starts the lifestyle All Star tie ins with two pairs sharing an ’80s basketball heritage.  The adidas Originals Forum Low is relatively simple in West red and gold when compared to the blue adiRise Mid that features a wacky velcro pocket addon.  Pre-order one or both of these today from Eastbay and stick with Sneaker News cos we expect to see plenty more from adidas as All Star Weekend approaches.

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The first time Sneaker News showed you a sample pair of this Nike Dunk High Supreme, it came during the 2010 World Cup, and we couldn’t help but poke fun at the infamous Zidane head-butt incident from the 2006 World Cup. Of course these have no connection to football, but the French connection these Dunk Highs have just gave us another reason to recall one of the funniest moments in sports history. All jokes aside, this Zoom-cushioned Dunk High Supreme offers a level of luxury rarely seen in the retro-friendly Dunk High, using a pinstriped canvase upper and red/white/blue tab at the heel. These recently dropped at Nike Sportswear accounts so you can find them in stores now, but save yourself the trouble by picking up a pair from 95soleman on eBay.

Style: 324759-002
Color: Black/Black-Sail

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The Nike Air Force 1 Low Tec Tuff Pack released during the rough Winter 2010 season. Perfect timing, we’d say, as Tec Tuff is intended to provide heightened security against scratches and dings and anything else that adds to the wear and tear of Air Force 1s. For Spring 2011, a high-top version will release, and here we get a look at the first of such colorways – a tonal brown that’s as rugged and outdoorsy as ‘Tec Tuff’ suggests. The build of the Air Force 1 High Tec Tuff is identical to the low, meaning the Tuff material can be seen on the toe and he heel panel. It’s still technically the winter season (especially in the Northeast where Mother Nature is giving the region a spanking) so suit up properly by picking up a pair from BXSports.

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There’s no bigger stage for superstars than Los Angeles, California, and as the red carpet rolls out for the NBA’s biggest stars this February 20th at the Staples Center, Nike will have prepared a number of great LA-inspired colorways of its best and brightest basketball kicks. As part of the Nike Zoom Hyperfuse Low 2011 NBA All-Star Pack, these two East LA releases feature Metallic silver and Blue colorways, much like the Nike Zoom Kobe VI ‘East LA’. Sneaker News recently reported the availability of these gems online, but you can also obtain these conveniently from Nikestore as well. Check out these new detailed shots after the jump and let us know which of the two colorways you like better.

Style: 429614-402
Color: Blue/Metallic Silver-Sport Red

Style: 429614-011
Color: Metallic Silver/Blue-Sport Red

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adidas Originals loves to rework their heritage models and here’s a twist on an ’80s basketball icon that we coulda sworn we’ve already seen.  The adidas Originals Forum Mid Remodel is in fact a brand new silhouette, a streamlined version of the Forum RS that features a low-profile sole and slightly altered ankle collar.  They have that sleek European look that typified Three Stripes SOFTWEAR collection and you just can’t go wrong with a tonal red base plus white and a hint of gold.  Click through to see more of the Forum Mid Remodel and cop yours today from Schuh-You.

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The First String collection offers unparalleled quality and Converse Japan is always on point, so here’s another luxe line from Converse, this time featuring their most popular silhouette.  The Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Premium features four new colorways done in burnished leather with waxed laces, a waxed canvas USA flag sockliner and Vachetta leather on the ankle medallions so you’ll be able to enjoy a dynamic aging process.  Click through to get a better look at the latest top-tier Chucks and let us know how they compare to the Addict edition we recently profiled. 

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It’s been a few months since we’ve seen a new pink-n-shrink Nike Air Force 1 for women, so let’s take a look at a pair that just hit retail.  These joints are done mostly in tonal black, with suede laid atop a lightly tumbled leather base.  With these in mind, choosing smooth white leather for the Swoosh and heel tab is spot-on, the latter of which lends its pink-on-white look to the sole.  There’s a Valentine’s Day WMNS AF1 on the way soon as well, so which one will you pick?  Click through to see more of this pair and grab yours today from select Nike Sportswear accounts like Dr. Jays.

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The adidas Fortitude Mid was selected as one of the Top 30 Sneakers of 2010 by the Sneaker News staff and for good reason. Undoubtedly the freshest design to come out of the adidas labs in a long while, the adidas Fortitude Mid hit the lifestyle aspect on the nail without compromising its true intention of being a rugged, outdoors-y, all-weather pair of kicks. This new colorway of the Wood and Aerolime takes the outdoors approach with its earthy colorway, using the perfect hints of Aerolime green on the upper accents and trail-inspired laces. These new Fortitudes just hit adidas retailers like Extra Butter so take a look below and hit them up to get yours.

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This next adidas Originals by Originals design by David Beckham combines two classic shoe designs to form an all-new supremely unique take on ‘lifestyle sport’. One part traditional saddle shoe, one part adidas Superstar, the David Beckham x adidas Originals by Originals Superstar Saddle features shell-toe construction with upper panels mimicking that of the low-heeled oxford shoe made popular in the 1950s (and again by hipsters today). It’s amazing how two distinct shoes can maintain their identity even when combined into one, but an equal compromise on both sides is what makes this hybrid so harmonious. Check out both colorways below and hit up Proper to get your pair.

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Although January has been a hush-hush month for the Nike Air Max 95, nobody has forgotten about ‘em. This Spring 2011 release features a familiar black/grey gradient on the upper with black mesh and purple accents in a colorway similar to the Nike Air Max Penny 1 ‘Club Purple’ that became available earlier this month. Of course, this colorway lacks the even the slightest hint of orange as seen i the Air Max Penny release, deeming these no longer a  ‘Suns’ colorway but that of the ‘Kings’. Corporate just made these available so take a look below and head on over there to grab a pair or check out the prices now on eBay.

Style: 609048-039
Color: Black/Dark Shadow-Medium Grey

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