The Latin alphabet is one of those things that a huge portion of the world takes for granted, but it’s only been that way since the colonial era allowed its spread around the globe.  Before that, many languages had their own character sets, English having been previously written out in a system known as ‘runes’.  The runic alphabets were used prior to the ABCs, their jaunty characters either archaic or otherworldy, depening on your perspective.  This brief history lesson is designed to help you take a greater appreciation for the SneakersNStuff x Asics GT-II, a model that you can now see to have plenty of rune details in celebration of SNS’ European heritage.  Click through for a closer look andand get your pair from SneakersnStuff when it drops this Saturday.

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Sneaker News showed you exclusive images of the Nike Air Flow in Bright Cactus and Blue Glow earlier this week, a colorway that underlines the model’s connection to its late ’80s heritage and the following Huarache series.  And proof that this crazy-to-this-day design can be a versatile canvas is this new pack of Air Flow Tier Zero releases that feature tonal suede, leather and neoprene uppers.  Pairs in black and brown are subtle enough to match anything and stylish enough to punctuate any streetwear ensemble, though as a TZ drop, they’ll be limited and relatively tough to find.  Click through for more images and look for these at Nike Tier Zero accounts this Saturday.  via CT

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‘Kid’ is feeling down on his dumps for missing the game-winning jumper, and last week’s episode of The LeBrons ended with Kid challenging his biggest rival to game of hoop. The ‘shot’ isn’t everything, but Kid is out to prove that he has as much game as the next baller by beating Jamal in a game of streetball – no fouls, no rules. The whole town is alert on this sudden big game between the two stars, so who will win? Check out Part 1 of Episode 10 of The LeBrons and let us know what you think!

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Another week, another selection of great sneakers to choose from. This week saw the release of the Brooklyn Projects x Nike SB Dunk High at select Nike SB accounts after the special in-store release at Brooklyn Projects, but there was plenty more of the GR variety available. A new Nike Air Max 2011 with a speckled midsole dropped, as did a ‘Retro’ of one of Tracy McGrady’s signature adidas shoes, now called the ‘Return of the Mac‘. The low-pro skate variety was big, as we got new releases from Converse Skate, Vans, and Alife. Check out the complete Sneaker News Weekly Buyer’s Guide below for a complete look at what’s ripe for the picking!

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Complex’ look at Chad Muska’s favorite sneakers revealed a ‘secret’ not so well hidden from observant sneakerheads: the man loves his Nikes.  Muska’s list featured more Nikes than any other brand, and more than his éS and Supra signature lines combined.  So when Chad describes the Supra Skytop III as “part tech runner and part basketball shoe, mixed in with the lines of the original Skytop,” it’s not shocking that he’d draw upon the Swoosh’s world-beating legacy.  Its lace synthetic eyelet cage similar to the Air Presto, the Skytop 3 is a bit more organic with upper materials like suede and nubuck, though you can always go totally technical and rock the abrasion-resistant TUF editions.  Click through to see more angles, let us know which colorway is best and look for these right now at select Supra dealers.

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Though you could argue that five years ago (on June 6th) could have been an even more appropriate date, we’re more than happy that Brooklyn Projects’ Nike SB Dunk High ‘Reign in Blood’ has begun to hit retailers.  This Slayer-inspired hightop is among the most rugged Dunk SBs we’ve seen in the line’s decade-long history, its mix of suede and denim adding a premium twist via the buttery smooth black leather elements.  Are they the best music collaboration we’ve seen from Swoosh Skateboarding?  They’re certainly the ‘evilest’, and you can get one of the 666-pair limited run at Premier, though they’re offering the Slayer SB Dunk high in-store only, so you might want to consider the convenience of grabbing a pair on eBay.

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Our first look at the Super Mario Bros. x Converse Chuck Taylor High came back in late April with a first look at a too-dense-to-be-preppy all-over mario print, the dope special edition packaging popping up a few weeks later.  It’s been even longer of a gap between this update and the last, but the wait appears to have been worth it because now not only does Nintendo’s latest sneaker collaboration offer those two in dope boxes, but there are also two other pairs on the way.  And each of those almost counts as two pairs themselves, the World 1-1 and 8-4 (any Bowser stage, really) maps feature fold-down ankle collars that reveal Luigi and game-winning graphics, respectively.  Click through to see all four pairs in more detail, let us know which is your favorite and look for these to hit retailers next month in time for back to school shopping.  via hayabusa

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Jordan Brand’s 21st-century remastering of the Air Jordan II stirred up quite a debate, but with some of our readers calling it “better than the original”, perhaps there’s a bit more to the Air Jordan 2.0 line than we thought. The design of the Air Jordan II matches well with the sleek look of the full-length 360 Max Air unit, and the recent surfacing of two newer colorways -  the Black/Green/Red and this Grey/Black/Gold version – brought some more positive reaction. Here’s another look at the Air Jordan 2.0 in a DMP-esque colorway of Grey/Black/Gold with elephant print on the mudguard; the obvious design highlight is the use of the Air Jordan III-specific print, but don’t overlook the gold Max Air unit or the smooth nubuck upper. Stick with Sneaker News for release information as it develops and let us know which Air Jordan 2.0 colorway you like best. via MarqueeSole.

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“We can get in two cars and accelerate at each other to see which one’ll swerve first.”

Looks like Converse decided to see what would happen if their iconic flagship silhouette collided with two of hip-hop’s most violent minds, and neither one flinched.  The Bad Meets Evil x Converse Chuck Taylor All Star High sees Royce da 5’9″ and Eminem’s collabo reunion lend its branding to the side panels and tongue for a look that’s about as busy as you can get on an all black/white sneaker.  The ‘Hell: The Sequel’ EP just hit record stores and Converse will drop the dual-branded Chucks in New York and Boston tomorrow, Friday, June 17th.  Click through for a closer look and let us know how these compare to Eminem’s other sneaker designs.

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They’re killing it with hybrids and performance and comfort upgraded classics, but perhaps Nike Sportswear’s single greatest strength is the sheer breadth of their vaults.  Swoosh catalogs from the last five decades include some of the all-time greats; some we’ve seen (a lot), and some have been all but forgotten with time.  The Nike Sky Force 88 Mid is a standout from the second class, a hidden gem in history’s mines that couldn’t more perfectly represent late ’80s basketball aesthetics than if they came with instructions for a hightop fade and a pair of the last non-Stockton short-shorts.  Click on through to get a look at this Big Apple-flavored Sky Force 88 and pre-order yours today so CrookedTongues can send them as soon as they hit retail in July.

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Stussy and Vans are no strangers to collaborations (both individually and together), but their last work left many sneakerheads without a suitable option.  The Bailie derby shoe for ladies isn’t exactly one of those models you can just upsize by 1.5 for guys, so this new Stussy x Vans Sk8-Hi ‘Hurricane’ is long overdue.  This black, silver and white model adds red accents to Vans’ classic waffle sole, including the triangle that signifies Stussy’s Hurricane collection.  And if that weren’t enough, they come complete with a zebra sockliner, and you can see all of these details and more when you click on the jump below.  Let us know what you think about ‘em and stick with Sneaker News for word on a possible US release date.  via espionagekicks

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It would’ve been wise to keep your ear to Sneaker News during the past couple of days, because we dropped some Air Jordan news that had the sneaker world buzzing about some of the most highly anticipated sneakers of 2011 and 2012. The majority of the topics circled around Air Jordan Retros and variant samples (nubuck on the Air Jordan III, grey speckling on the Air Jordan IV, a white midsole on the Air Jordan X), so if change isn’t your thing, then it might take a little getting used to for the Air Jordan 2.0. Combining the Air Jordan II and a basketball-specific full-length Max Air unit, the Air Jordan 2.0 is an old-meets-new concept that may not be welcome around Air Jordan Retro circles, but in this sweet new colorway of Black, Classic Green, Varsity Red, and White, it’s tough to say no. Check out these new detailed images of this upcoming release and stick with Sneaker News for more information as it develops. via RMK.

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