Nike SB’s release schedule isn’t the most straightforward database in the world, which makes these sudden releases that much more exciting. The Nike SB Dunk High in Anthracite/Gold was rather similar to an early sample we showed you back in January, which featured a gold outsole and a dark green upper with gold contrast stitching, so is this new release a redone version? Thanks to the aforementioned stitching, these may give you quick flashes of the ‘Unlucky’ SB Dunk High that dropped over seven years ago. Like what you see? You can spot these at Nike SB retailers like DQM right now.

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We just showed you the finished product from NIKEiD, but say you don’t feel like applying the colors and materials to Paul Rodriguez’ fifth Nike SB signature; why not let the professionals handle that for you?  Check out the newest Nike SB P-Rod V, a Varsity Royal suede design with a black Swoosh and white outsole that evoke the most popular ‘off’-colored OG Air Jordan 1.  You could consider these the ‘J-Pack’ P-Rod Vs after the various MJ/SB cross-pollinated releases over the years, and you can expect these at US Nike SB retailers soon with Korea’s Kasina just getting theirs.

Nike SB P-Rod V
Varsity Royal/Black
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The sleek, air tight look of the Vac-Tech upper has been finding its way onto a host of designs from Nike Sportswear lately. While we appreciate the extension of the pressurized technology, few models wear the get up better than the Nike Air Royalty Mid VT. The suction-like styling really smooths out the lines for the Royalty, and it doesn’t hurt that this particular pack also comes with the rare treat of rip-stop nylon. These two ladies colorways pack a huge amount of pop with their pastel soles, a serious departure from the typically conservative colorways for the Royalty. This is a WMNS release that the ladies in your life deserve, so hit the jump for a full photo set and check out European retailer Shelta to grab a pair.

Nike WMNS Air Royalty Mid VT
Black/Black-Solar Red
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Dark Grey/Dark Grey-Volt
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Supra has never been shy about paying homage to their sneaker forefathers, producing plenty of colorways and sneakers that borrow in one way or another from Nike. Well they may be taking the more subtle route this summer, opting to try and best Jordan Brand’s Countdown Pack madness for most “packs” of sneakers released in a year. Add the Henry Pack to that long list, a boot-sneaker hybrid coming in either a khaki canvas or a deep blue nubuck. This offering marks a nice departure for Supra, as these deviate quite a bit from the typical purely skate sneakers they produce. Continue reading for a better look at both models featured in the Henry Pack which are out now from Supra.

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The Air Max line is one of the most storied in sneaker history, in fact at this point in the game it is probably older than a good portion of our readers. Each year brings new models and innovation, all of them featuring some essence of the Tinker Hatfield designed air bag that originally put them on the map. The Nike Air Max Alpha 2011 is the latest in the line, coming with a 180 Air Max unit on the heel, a sleek look paired with the mix of hyperfuse and mesh that constitutes the upper. This Black/Metallic silver colorway is one of the more subdued versions of the Nike Air Max Alpha 2011 that we’ve seen so far, with the black tones fitting nicely onto the seamless construction. Hit the jump for a full look and cop your pair now at Finishline.

Nike Air Max Alpha 2011
Black/Metallic Silver/Black
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You can count Reebok among the group happy the NFL finally sorted out their little labor dispute, RBK now assured a full season for its last as the league’s official supplier.  And the Vector brand is going out with a bang, offering a variety of football-themed models like the Reebok Pump Omni Lite pictured above.  This Chicago Bears colorway utilizes the same material and colorblocking schemes as the 49ers edition, Daaaaa Bears also going with a grey wool on the tongue and underlay.  Click through to see these more angles and look for these soon at US RBK retailers, as they’ve just hit Euro retailers like SNKRS.

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Brands like PRO-Keds deserve some credit for developing the roots of the sneaker game. Whether you were a b-boy or just liked to rock the slickest gear, PRO-Keds put out ‘it’ shoes in its heyday, and the brand is bringing back some of its most popular models in luxurious new colorways and materials to take back the spotlight. Here’s a look at four upcoming releases of the PRO-Keds Fall/Winter Footwear Collection; two 69er Lo releases in premium leather (espresso brown or black) with contrast stitching and two Royal CVOs in heavy nylon are available now at PROKeds so check ‘em out below and let us know what you think.

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Up-and-coming footwear label Chiv Culture has been steadily gaining popularity and recognition with its great releases of their flagship Hamachi shoe. Their recent drops like the Tuxedo and Caramel displayed a uniqueness that is often tough to achieve these days, particularly in the Lifestyle footwear sector, and this latest special edition, like Jeter’s 3000th hit, is a home-run. The navy/white colorway of the Hamachi 3000 is a clear tribute to Derek Jeter’s milestone achievement, with added details located on the finely tuned upper construction. Check out the additional images below and cop a pair of the Hamachi 3000 and the matching raglan t-shirt at ChivCulture or at select retailers like Footaction and Underground Station.

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You’d be hard-pressed to find a rapper better suited to wearing a sneaker like Tood Bratrud’s ‘Cheech and Chong’ Dunk High SB than New Orleans’ own Curren$y.  The journeyman rapper has just hooked up with Diamond Supply’s burgeoning sneaker line to create a pack suitable for his Smoker’s Club Tour, a set of Vans Sk8-like vulc-soled skate shoes with all-over flower and diamond prints.  They remind us quite a bit of this April’s HUF Hupper ’420′; which design is better?  Click through to see more of the Currensy x Diamond Supply Co. collaboration and stick with Sneaker News for updates on the spring 2012 release date.

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The Nike Air Max Destiny is a new sneaker for this year, the latest addition to the Nike N7 Collection. The silhouette comes with a host of familiar elements, with the overall shape reminiscent of the Hyperdunk, and the Flywire paneling and Air Max heel unit borrowing from the best of Nike’s technology. The volt color has been a go-to choice for Nike Sportswear this year, and we see it used here to really light up the Nike Air Max Destiny. Continue reading for a better look at this new basketball sneaker from Nike and let us know in the comments if you approve. Asia’s Dolphin Kicks has these available so take a look and we’ll let you know when they drop in the states.

Nike Air Max Destiny
White/Black-Volt
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“A lot of stuff goes in there and we stripped all that out.”

How else could you make a shoe from nothing but scraps from post-consumer plastics?  New Balance‘s Design Lead for Wellness, Drew Spieth spoke those words with regard to the brand’s newSKY design initiative that creates the materials for the upper of models like the New Balance Minimus out of used plastic bottles.  This new material isn’t like traditional fabrics so extraneous elements could be eliminated from the sleek, lightweight package, further reducing material usage.  Spieth concluded that “At the end of the day, it looks like an interesting shoe and also looks great on the foot,” and you can determine the former by clicking through to see more from newSKY and stick with Sneaker News for word on the US release dates.

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What a great week it was for the world of sneakers. Summer-time basketball is at its peak right now thanks to the slightly cooler temperatures, and luckily this week was rife with a ton of new Nike Basketball colorways and models. We’ll start with the sick Hyperfuse 2011 Run With/Run From pack, which was limited to just 33 units. The Zoom KD IV made an appearance when Durant wore them while working out with Joe Johnson. LeBron James made headlines with his week-long tour in China, and Kobe Bryant, who has been causing a stir with his game-winning shots, still has a few new colorways of his Kobe VI popping up. On the Air Jordan side of things, we got a look at some Air Jordan 2011 iD samples, another peek at the Dave White x Air Jordan 1, and even a sick collection of autographed Air Jordans. Also, one of the biggest topics of the week was easily the Nike Zoom Rookie and the Memphis Express and Binary Blue colorways.

One of the most impressive Nike topics of the week wasn’t even about a sneaker! Sneaker News showed you the Nike Air Hangar, designed by TVA architects. Collaborations also caused a buzz; we got a look at next Packer Shoes x Reebok Grand Slam colorway, UNDFTD and Converse wowed us with the White Pack, and Todd Bratrud’s got another SB Dunk High in the works. If you’ve got a thing for older gems, Sneaker News provided some impressive features on a Nike Basketball catalog from 1990, which featured Michael Jordan and the Air Jordan V. Finally, the last Battle Of The Customs was made public, as we selected twelve of the best remaining sneaker customs for vote – one of which was the Foamposite Camo that debuted this week. There’s a lot more to see so take a look below and check out this week’s Sneaker News Weekly Rewind!

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