Terry Kennedy just received an unprecedented third signature sneaker from Supra in the form of the Society Mid, but we can’t forget about the second.  The Supra Stacks was designed as a contrast to the ultra-high TK Society, its simple design a breath of fresh air as compared to the Society High’s ostentatious strap setup.  There are a ton of new colorways on tap for spring, all of which are simply blocked but add some personality thanks to clever contrast hits.  Pretty much every pair keeps it to three colors or less, with highlights including a black suede and canvas pair with teal and red plus a grey pair with the same upper material blocking that features the first translucent sole we’ve seen from the Crown brand.  Click through to get a better look at the entire collection and grab these directly from Supra.

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Jordan Brand may have officially unveiled the first four colorways of the Air Jordan 2011 to the media yesterday, but it seems that JB still had one trick left up their sleeves. Tonight as the Heat took on the Knicks under the bright lights at MSG, Dwyane Wade dressed to impress in another yet-to-be-seen edition of the Air Jordan 2011, marking the first time that we’ve seen Wade wear the shoe since he gave us that sneak peek on Christmas Day. This new version of the 2011 features a predominantly black on black look with a patent overlay and the only color contrast coming by way of the translucent outsole and a few subtle hits of white. Expect the shoe to hit retail in the near future, but for now, you can check out some more pics after the jump and stay tuned for release info coming soon.

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Last week’s Air Jordan III White/Cement Grey release marked the fourth overall release of the shoe; before 2011 was a Retro release in 2003 and 1994, and of course, the original debut in 1988. With the 2011 version arriving with a great Jordan box inspired by the original, an Air Jordan III retrospective might’ve ran through your thoughts once or twice. Here’s a look back at the Original 1988, 1994 Retro, and 2011 Retro box packaging of the White/Cement III; the original version, in which the 2011 version was modeled after, featured a black box-top with a red Jumpman and Nike Air insignia, while the 2011 version features a Jumpman and Jumpman Air logo (for obvious reasons). So what’s the deal with the 1994 box? If you remember, 1994 was Michael Jordan’s first full year of retirement, and Nike was planning ahead on keeping the Air Jordan Legacy alive after he was no longer an active player, and re-issuing classic Air Jordans was one way to rekindle the fire. The box itself is a mosiac of all the Air Jordans up to that date, depicting the Air Jordan models from years before as well as Spike Lee and the popular Air Jordan III ad campaigns in which he was a part of.

In addition to comparing the previous boxes is a nice side-by-side between the Air Jordan III from 1994 and 2011. The ’94 version was the last of its colorway to feature Nike Air on the heel (the 2003 version featured a Jumpman and was housed in a plain Jordan Brand box), but the branding issue isn’t the only discrepancy; the upper dimensions have been slightly altered over the years, although noticeable only when juxtaposed (how often will that really happen?). There are a lot more comparison shots below so check give them a quick look and let us know what you think. A big thank you to the Kicktionary team for sending these great shots, and if you still haven’t picked up a pair of the White/Cement IIIs yet, grab a pair now on eBay.

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The seed was planted in the 1995 NBA Playoffs when Michael Jordan, fresh from retirement, unofficially debuted the Air Jordan XI ‘Concord’ during the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals. Michael made the decision to wear the test sample simply because he could not resist the unparalleled beauty of the shoe. The cat was let out of the proverbial bag when sideline reporter Ahmad Rashad held up Jordan’s shoe to the camera before a game and introduced it as the next Air Jordan shoe, much to the chagrin of Nike’s mad scientist Tinker Hatfield who had urged Michael to not wear the shoe as it was not in production and was still a sample. As they say, there really is no bad publicity, because the Air Jordan XI quickly enamored Jordan fans across the globe and created an astounding ‘hype’ for a shoe that resulted in immense lines and near riots upon its release. Although the Bulls lost that Playoff series to the Orlando Magic, Michael was already seething for a full-season comeback later that year.

On paper, the 1995-96 Chicago Bulls weren’t much different from the season before; even with Michael Jordan, the Bulls were unable to defeat the younger Orlando squad. The only major change to the Bulls line-up was the acquisition of Dennis Rodman, a rebounding extraordinaire who’s penchant for loose balls was exceeded only by has flamboyant off-the-court lifestyle. Not only did Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls bounce back, they finished the 1995-96 season with the most regular season wins in NBA history, winning 72 of 82 regular season games and 87 of 100 games counting the Playoffs. The league was at the mercy of Michael Jordan, to which he never let down his firm grip; a much-anticipated rematch against the Orlando Magic in the Eastern Conference Finals was wildly anticlimactic as the Bulls swept their Eastern Conference foes in four games and dismantled the Seattle Sonics in six. Michael Jordan, who was retired spectator just fourteen months ago, defined his greatness by bringing an NBA Championship back to the Chicago Bulls.

The most recognizable and arguably the most memorable pair of the Air Jordan XI is the classic Black/Red colorway; it featured a tonal black upper, combining patent leather and Cordura nylon, with a white midsole and a translucent red outsole and Jumpman logo. The quintessential Chicago Bulls combination of Black/Red is often the representative of each Air Jordan model and while each and every Air Jordan XI colorway was immensely popular, it is the Black/Red Bulls colorway that will be the figurehead of the eleventh Air Jordan installment. After a sell-out original release in 1995, the Black/Red Air Jordan XI released once again in 2001 and in 2008 (as part of the Air Jordan XI/XII Collezione Package). Michael Jordan also wore the White/Columbia Blue-Black colorway during the 1996 NBA All-Star Game; that too re-released in 2001, and there are currently rumors of a release for 2011 or 2012. A low-top version of the Air Jordan XI called Jordan XI IE Low was also released – one that Michael wore for a few games as well. Continue reading for a full visual recap of Michael Jordan and the Air Jordan XI below and stick with Sneaker News for Part 3 of Michael Jordan Through The Years: Air Jordan XI.

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The Nike SB Dunk is just nine years old, but in that short span of time the SB Dunk has amassed of rich history filled with enough stories to make it worthy of its own book (oh wait, there IS a Nike SB Dunk book). For the 2011 chapter, Nike SB has re-tooled the Nike SB Dunk to create the most rider-specific performance skate shoe without compromising the classic styling of the Nike Dunk. This side-by-side comparison of a Nike SB Dunk and a new 2011 version reveals some of these changes that you might not notice right away; the tongue bottom sole, forefoot lace construction, outsole traction, midsole cushioning, heel construction, and toebox construction are all detailed below so take a look at this great side-by-side comparison of the Nike SB Dunk new and old and let us know what you think. via SPoT.

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The heralded adidas ZX series holds plenty and still stays afloat the sneaker game with it’s unmistakable design. This latest upcoming colorway of the adidas ZX800 just boosted it up a few notches because in addition to the great combination of colors, the materials used might be the most impressive we’ve ever seen on a ZX. The upper construction is comprised of a partially hidden-seam design, with a wavy mesh on the center panel and toebox and a toeguard and heel with a unique texture that creates wavy lines both vertically and horizontally. It’s a perfect mix of classic design and high-tech flair, and in February 2011, these can be yours when it hits adidas retailers. CrookedTongues has a pre-order available so continue reading to bask in its glory and don’t forget to reserve your pair.

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Yet another snowstorm has hit the northeast United States, so how are you gonna maintain a balance between keeping your feet warm and dry while remaining stylish?  One excellent way to walk the razor’s edge without slipping on the black ice is the new Nike Air Force 1 High ‘Duckboot’.  While many have praised the Foamposite AF1s for being somewhat waterproof, these joints are equipped with Watershield protection to ensure that all the nasty stuff stays on the ground.  The black joints recently hit retailers including NikeStore and if you’re looking for the British Tan Air Force 1 ‘Duckboot’, grab a pair today from 95Soleman on eBay.

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Very players in the league have had to beat a bad rap like Zach Randolph did. The former Michigan State Spartan southpaw started his career with the Portland Trailblazers during their infamous tumultuous era of immature young players mired in legal troubles, but amidst all that haze (pun intended?) Zach Randolph emerged as a legitimate 20-10 threat and put up fantasy-friendly numbers wherever he played (POR, NYK, LAC, and now MEM) and finally received his first All-Star nod in 2010. This season, Zach Randolph has been wearing this Grizzlies-inspired colorway of the Nike Air Max Hyped with his Z-Bo PE logo on the heel. It’s been working for him because he’s putting up yet another 20-10 campaign while averaging a career high in boards (13.1 per contest at the moment). Check out Z-Bo’s Air Max Hyped PE below and stick with Sneaker News for more Nike Basketball PE updates.

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There’s a whole pack of LA-themed Nike Zoom Kobe VIs on the way, and while the west coast megalopolis is certainly deserving, what about the world’s most populous nation?  Last year saw a pretty obvious colorway for the ZK5 but the China edition Zoom Kobe VI takes a subtler approach.  Instead of just using the PRC’s flag as a palette, these joints go for a lovely mix of grey and white with purple accents and just a hint of red.  It’s a theme inspired by traditional Chinese pottery, and they should be considerably easier to wear than the ceramic Zoom Kobe IVs taking after a similar muse.  The slideout box is pretty impressive too, another example of how Nike is pushing the bar on boxes to the point where you’ll probably want to keep them on display with the shoes.  Click through to get a better look and let us know how this deluxe packaging compares to other special releases like, say, the LeBron V/2 ‘Christmas’.  via T.sina

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Kenny Anderson was one of the original Converse Skateboarding team members, joining all the way back in 1997.  It’s crazy to think One Star’s skate division pre-dated Nike SB, but when you consider how long the parent brand has been pumping out quality kicks, you might have to reconsider.  And with that extensive legacy, the CONS KA-One has quite a lot to live up to.  These lowtops seem to borrow heavily from the Nike SB Zoom Bruin, from the general shape all the way down to that distinctive tongue stitch.  The first two colorways in tonal grey or black/white are timeless and just as easily could have released during KA’s first stint with CONS, but we’re glad they’ll be available soon as part of the fall 2011 collection. via HS.

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Sneaker News first previewed this golden Air Max 24/7 in September and November of last year, and how fitting for it to release just in time for Black History Month? Although this new colorway of the widely successful and popular Air Max 24/7 (one of Sneaker News’ Top 30 of 2010) has no immediate connection with the month-long remembrance, the colorway is similar to the Nike/Jordan/Converse Black History Month colorway of Black/Gold that Sneaker News showed you earlier this year. Featuring a metallic gold upper with a black trime and translucent ‘smoke’ outsole, this all-new Air Max 24/7 colorway is a clear winner. Check out these new images below and check for these at your Nike Sportswear spot soon because Kickscrew just made them available for purchase.

Style: 397252-015
Color: Black/Metallic Gold-White

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You think Jeremy Scott has ever thought to himself “Whoa, I need to tone things down.” Probably not. In fact, the exact opposite is usually what goes on in his mind, which is why he chose to give the cult hit JS Wings a Glow in the Dark treatment. During the day, this pair of Jeremy Scott x adidas Originals JS Wings features a pure white angelic aura, but once you switch off the lights, these JS Wings light up with the Glow in the Dark treatment. There’s also a matching Glow in the Dark JS Wings vest you can wear with these (that might be taking it a bit too far). RiceandBeans in France just got these in so if you’ve been keeping your eye on these since we last previewed them, check your Jeremy Scott x adidas Originals retailer soon.

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