There’s no doubt that the sneaker game varies by region, and while the U.S. can barely get a release or attention of any kind, the Reebok Insta Pump Fury still holds incredible weight overseas. Sneaker News gives you updates on Reebok Insta Pump Fury releases and collaborations, but it’s clear that the energy surrounding the Fury isn’t strong enough to warrant a wide state-side release, although you can customize your own pair on YourReebok and its impressive color palette and materials. Here’s a look at a great collection of the Reebok Insta Pump Fury, owned by Ian6771107 on Kenlu; some of you probably have never seen this many in one fell swoop, but it’s clear that there is a fury for Furys across the ocean, given by this concentrated collection of Reebok’s most innovative running sneaker of the 90′s. Check out extra images below and let us know if you’d like to see more Insta Pump Fury releases in the states!

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Sneaker News gave you a preview look at the adidas adiZero Rose 2.0, Derrick Rose’s second signature shoe with adidas Basketball. Here’s an in-depth look at five upcoming colorways as well some new details of this shoe; first off the outsole design features a unique construction in which the flex point is encircled by rings for traction, with a gritty traction design that begins on the lateral side and tails off toward the medial heel. The five colorways are: a tonal black, white/silver with a translucent sole, a black upper with white outsole, a black/red/green version with a wood-grain texture, and a new grey/blue/yellow with a funky texture on the toe-box. The adiZero Rose 2.0 weighs in a 12.4 ounces and is built on SprintFrame technology with ample ventilation on the upper for when Derrick Rose mercilessly posterizes a defender. Check out all five colorways below and let us know which you like best, and stick with Sneaker News for more updates regarding Rose’s budding sig-shoe legacy.

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The latest Star Wars x adidas Originals sneaker is a model that offers a statement on the timeless quality of beloved designs.  This new adidas Originals Gazelle 2 is done in black suede with rastafied accents, but the real draw here is seeing the bounty hunter Boba Fett rocking a huge ghetto blaster.  So this model first sold in 1968 features a character who debuted in 1980s’s The Empire Strikes Back while holding a boombox most prominently seen in the decade following that film’s release.  Pretty crazy combination, even for 2011, but the timing is just right and they’re available now from Three Stripes accounts like SNS.

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The Converse Jack Purcell is a simple if graceful classic, but this is the first pack to come right out and say as much in their name.  These new Jack Purcell Grace Mids are notable for their use of a two-toned sole that extends the Purcell’s signature black-striped toe to the end of that cap, plus an exaggerated foxing band around the entire shoe.  These woven cotton Jack Purcells also feature CoolMax material on the insoles to achieve maximum breathability during the warm months and you can see close-ups of purple and black pairs when you click on the jump below.  Let us know which one you prefer and look for these at select US One Star retailers soon.  via mita sneakers.

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Can you feel the excitement? It’s that time of the year again, when schools across the nation focus all their studies on opposing teams, production in the office is at its lowest point, and friends get together to fill in brackets for a big cash prize. It’s NCAA March Madness, and Sneaker News is here to bring you all the sick kicks that were worn in the opening round of the 2011 March Madness Tournament. Of course, the amount of heat doesn’t compare to what you saw in the Sneaker News March Madness OG Air Jordan Tournament, but there are a ton of great sneakers ahead – too much to name! Let’s start with Washington’s Isaiah Thomas and the Air Jordan XII ‘Playoff‘, the Syracuse Orangemen and their Melo M7 Future Sole (Scoop’s still rocking the Kobe VI OC), Georgetown and UNC with their Air Jordan 2011 PE’s, and much much more. Space Jams, Playoff XIIIs, Orlando Penny 1s, LeBron 8 V/2 All-Star, you name, it’s in here. Continue reading for a full recap of Round 1 and stay tuned to Sneaker News as we will provide you the best coverage of the 2011 NCAA March Madness Tournament! via Yahoo!.

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What happens when you fuse the Kobe VI, LeBron 8, and KD3? Check out the Air Max Flight 11, which features a visible Max Air unit on the heel, a large Flywire panel on the upper, and a upper silhouette similar to the Nike Zoom KD3. It’s like a Nike Basketball fan’s dream, combining the three signature shoes into one model. Of course, this isn’t exactly a Ko-Br-ant (or Dur-Br-obe), but an affordable Nike Basketball peformance shoe with the OG Nike Flight logo on the tongue. It’s these type of no-frills, basic designs that sneak up on you and end up being a top-shelf performance shoe, so hit up Eastbay for these because theyre priced under $90!

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It’s been a while since we’ve detailed a new collection of footwear from ALIFE here on Sneaker News, but this spring 2011 collection simply demands attention.  Let’s start off with the familiar models including the Dunk-like ALIFE Everybody in Low Suede, Mid Parachute and High ‘Official’ looks covering a variety of muted tones.  There are high and low versions of the Chuck Indoor plus an outrageous version of the high Naval variant called ‘Posted’ for obvious reasons.  The Northeastern is a new Oxford-style lowtop, the Moc takes the classic boat shoe design down to a zero-eyelet look and perhaps the star of this collection offers a mix of those two’s features, the hand-sewn, Vibram-soled Lincoln moccasin.  It’s quite a run and you can see photos of selected colorways of each model when you click on the jump below, then look for these at select ALIFE retailers.

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Its tongue pull appropriately styled as a throwback to evoke images of iconic Japanese sneakers, the Nike Air Footscape Woven Chukka Free Motion ’3HC Pack’ brings together a number of avant garde design elements into one futuristic package.  These joints are crafted in a unique neoprene that features tonal dots that suggest a cutting edge material like the Nike LeBron 8 V2, but these are more of an athletic-inspired lifestyle sneaker than true performance footwear.  Then again, with the notoriously comfy asymmetrical lacing system and Free grooved outsoles, you could certainly sprint at top speed if in a pinch, so their neutral colorways combine to make for one of the most versatile sneakers in recent memory.  Click through to see more of black and Faded Taupe pairs and look for ‘em right now at select Nike Sportswear dealers.  via HB

Style: 443686-200
Color: Faded Taupe/Filament Green-Summit White-Black

Style: 443686-001
Color: Black/White

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Having seen teaser pics earlier this month, Sneaker News now has an update on the upcoming Kinetics-exclusive DJ Muro x adidas Originals collaboration.  We can now confirm the two models in use for this Gucci-lookin’ duo and it’ll be variations of two of Three Stripes’ most popular heritage models, the Metro Attitude and Ultrastar.  The former features an exaggerated tongue and logo a la Jeremy Scott’s collabos and the XL releases, while the Ultrastar features a luxurious quilted leather take on the world famous Shelltoe.  Click through to see more and stick with Sneaker News for what’s sure to be one of the year’s hottest Japen-exclusive collaborative sneaker releases.  via King Inc.

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Its tagline ringing true with each new collaboration, Hanon “Keeps on Burning”, this time with a special edition pack of Puma Dallas lowtops.  These joints are crafted in a mix of tonal suede and nubuck, their colorways inspired by ’80s sportswear with a shout out to the Scottish homeland via argyle sockliners and matching scarves.  The burgundy and barley pairs will release exclusively at Hanon-Shop with only 50 and 100 pairs available, respectively, which seems to suggest the other two will receive a wider release.  No matter which colorways you prefer, fans of special packaging might look to grab those two in the wooden, whiskey-style box, but either way, they’ll all hit stores this April and you can see more photos when you click on the link below.

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Last year’s black Clot x Kazuki x adidas Originals kzkLOT Superstar 80s ‘Breathe’ held the title of most breathable shelltoes, but they’ll be forced to share the crown now with this new colorway slated to drop in the coming months.  Check out the latest KZKLOT Superstar 80s, this time done in the green-on-white palette that worked so well for the Rod Laver signature among other Three Stripes heritage models.  They’re done almost entirely in mesh for an airy and lightweight feel and readers lucky enough to be in the right place at the right time will find these available now at select adidas Originals retailers throughout Asia, plus the Number6 and Number74 flagships in London and Berlin, respectively. 

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Sneaker News brings you what matters. Since we’re in the March Madness mood, Sneaker News opened up the polls for the 2011 Sneaker News March Madness Tournament, throwing thirty-two OG Air Jordans in the fire in a battle for supremacy. The heat didn’t stop there, as Sneaker News gave you an inside look at the ShoeZeum, undoubtedly the greatest sneaker collection showcase in history. More Jordan news followed, with a look at a GS sample of the Air Jordan III ‘Stealth’ and a viewing othe Air Jordan 2011 Version 2. Carmelo Anthony made some notable news as he was honored in NYC with an oversized billboard, and LeBron got us excited as we brought some hints at the upcoming LeBron 9. There was plenty of NBA and NCAA action during the week, as we showed you what LeBron, Carmelo, and other big-time studs wore on the hardwood.

Outside of basketball, Sneaker News previewed some upcoming Nike SB releases, but the what truly caught our attention were two Nike Basketball retros in the Air Foamposite One in Black/Electric Green and Air Max Penny 1 in Ripstop Nylon. Going back to February, which was Black History Month, Sneaker News gave you a look at a special limited edition Black History Month box. Tomorrow, Sneaker Con NYC will open its doors for the first time in 2011, and you’d better believe it lives up to the hype. Some sad news came our way earlier this week, as the Eastern coast of Japan was ravaged by earthquake and tsunami, so we urge our readers to chip in and lend a hand. And finally, Sneaker News unveiled the seventeenth volume of Michael Jordan Through the Years, focusing on the life and times of Michael Jordan during the Air Jordan XVII. Don’t miss a beat in the world of kicks – Sneaker News Weekly Rewind has you covered.

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