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“We personally feel like my lyrics are more bad, and his lyrics are more evil.”
Today was the release of the Bad Meets Evil x Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star, and Eminem and Royce Da 5’9″, the two who make up the rap duo, sat down to discuss their latest collaborative project and their partnership with Converse and the iconic Chuck Taylor All-Star. Both Em and Royce, who describe the Chuck Taylor as a childhood favorite sneaker, will give away one autographed pair of the Bad Meets Evil x Converse Chuck Taylor, while the rest of these limited drops can be picked up today at the Converse flagship in New York City and Boston. Continue reading for the full video interview with Eminem and Royce Da 5’9″ and let us know what you think.
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Are you ready for the upcoming Nike Convention? No, we’re not talking about Sneaker Con in New York this Saturday, June 18th (though you owe it to yourself to be there if you can make it), but rather the Swoosh’s own arranged gathering. But in the case of the Nike Convention Low, it’s a reference to the way things are (were) commonly done, i.e. the combination of familiar early-mid ’80s basketball aesthetics into a new lifestyle model. And this new Japan-exclusive pack takes it a bit further, bringing in some classically ACG-style aesthetics to prove that this faux-baller has a rugged side. Click through to see more angles of both pairs and stick with Sneaker News for word on their US release date; Kix-Files just started shipping their pairs.
Nike Convention Low JP
Medium Grey/Volt-Club Purple-Black
434702-001
Honeycomb/Voltage Cherry-Photo Blue-Black
434702-700
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Chinese upstart Li-Ning is doing its best to make a mark in the sneaker world, dropping a special edition release of their Yu Shuai Banpo III inspired by the heritage designs of historical Chinese art. This caramel colored shoe comes in a variety of materials, with suede, leather, and velvet all finding their way on to the varied upper. This unique basketball shoe comes with a breathable upper, displayed by the holes lining the midfoot section, and a nice strap up top to complement the unconventional lacing system. Li-Ning certainly isn’t losing any points for originality on this one, but is it a shoe you could see yourself in? Let us know in the comments if you like what you see, and keep reading to get a better look at this special edition Yu Shuai Banpo III. via: sina.
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Paul Rodriguez has certainly made himself at home over at Nike SB over the years, consistently cranking out new models and colorways to add to his footwear legacy. Here we have an advanced look at two new Nike SB P-Rod 2.5′s set to drop in the Spring 2012 season. The first P-Rod 2.5 here shoots for a more earthy tone, with the dominant Birch rendering them far from flashy. The red lining almost comes off as a nod to the timeless Pigeon SB Dunk, and a remix of those wouldn’t be entirely out of the question given some of the other classic SB’s we’ve seen the P-Rod’s appropriate. The other pair featured is a no nonsense black and white colorway that keeps it clean with a simple combo. Stay tuned with us as more info becomes available on these Spring 2012 releases. via CK.
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When we first showed you the Nike Lunarglide+ 3 the response was overwhelmingly positive, with fans of the high tech Lunarglide series of runners excited to see another shoe added to the arsenal. From the seamless toebox to the mid-foot strap to the ultra lightweight Lunarlon sole, these are definitely one of the most comfortable trainers to ever come from Nike. Luckily they are getting plenty of love, with three new colorways set to drop in July. Now that the Lunarglide +3 is well established, we should expect some more exciting designs in the future, like the nice blue and yellow one found here. Continue reading to get a better look at all three of these upcoming colorways and stay tuned with us for the release info.
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Nike Sportswear has offered a variety of updates to their classic running lineup, from Free soles and Flywire to Foamposite and Hyerfuse, but it’s rare to see a model ‘downgraded’. That’s not a statement on the quality of the Nike Air Max R4, but rather its chronology, the classic Shox R4 runner pared with the wraparound 180-degree Max Air cushion that debuted nearly a decade before we heard the first ‘Boing!’. But if you were to be a stickler, this is actually the Shox R4 atop the Air Max LTD/Air Max Wright‘s tooling, which means the above pictured model did indeed draw on a later design for this mashup. It’s an interesting pastiche and you can see more images of the Air Max R4 when you click on the jump below. Let us know what you think and stick with Sneaker News for updates on these spring 2012 releases. via CK.
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Tony Alva belongs to a select crew in the history of skateboarding, the legendary Z-Boys of California who changed the face of skating forever. Of course they usually did it rocking Vans, one of the first big brands to recognize the importance of skate culture at an early onset. This new collaboration between Tony Alva and Vans comes in the form of the 106 Pro, a lowtop model seen here with a monochrome canvas upper constructed out of recycled materials. These have some great little details that help them come together, inlcuding the contrastive lining and the rubber trim found on the toebox. The shoe sits on top of a sleek black rubber sole, the sort of flat footed masterpiece that helped skaters like Alva change the game in the 70′s and 80′s. Hit the jump to get a better look at both the blue and beige pair, both of which are available now at Vans.
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Before this year many of our readers were probably unfamiliar with the Reebok Night Sky, a more rugged hiking inspired shoe from the British brand. But when streetwear stalwarts like 10 Deep and Bodega picked up the model for their respective Reebok collabos, this unique shoe was definitely put back on the map. Fortunately Reebok isn’t done with the Night Sky Mid just yet, with two more limited edition colorways scheduled for release in Fall 2011. Both pairs are dipped in a weathered suede that is broken up by thick hits of mesh on the toe and ankle areas. These colorful offerings of the Reebok Night Sky Mid are a good choice if you want to be prepared to suit up stylishly for the harsh weather of the winter months. Check after the jump to get a better look of these and stay tuned for more detailed info regarding these as their release approaches. via: Tenisufki
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Cookouts and BBQ’s, 4th of July right around the corner-yep it’s definitely summer time. Converse is dropping the Americana Collection to coincide perfectly with the onset of the warmer months, utilizing some classic patterning on a group of Chuck Taylor All-Stars that is definitely familiar for anyone fond of Summer in the USA. The All-Star Lows in this pack are wrapped in a gingham print, the instantly recognizable checked motif that is seen at many a picnic when the weather is hot. The two Chuck Taylor All-Star Highs included in the Americana Collection bring new meaning to the “All Star” name, dipped in the stars and stripes of the US flag. This batch of summer footwear never strays from the red, white, and blue color set up, and the pairing of such iconic American patterns just makes sense on an American footwear classic like the Converse All-Star. Continue reading for a better look at each shoe in the pack and then head over to Converse to snag a pair now.
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We’ve seen the Nike Free sole applied to a variety of silhouettes in recent months, models ranging from updated lifestyle models to barefoot-mimicking performance machines. This new model pictured above falls into that latter category, and one look at its beastly stable yet flexible sole will lead you to the conclusion that Nike Free Zilla is a perfect name. This first colorway comes with the Volt-accented grey and white look that’s been so popular of late, an energetic palette well suited to your summer training runs. Click through to see more angles and look for these at select retailers like FinishLine.
Nike Free Zilla
Dark Grey/Volt-White
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