The Jordan CMFT Series was intended to offer a new line of sneakers intended for the comfort/lifestyle category, combining Nike’s historic Air Max technology with some of the most memorable Air Jordan models in history. The Jordan City Air Max TRK adds another sub-level to the Jordan CMFT Series, utilizing the full-length Air Max 97-inspired cushioning unit (seen on the CMFT 12 and CMFT 10) while adding an all-new upper design, which features luxurious black leather and detailed perforations with weather-ready rip-stop nylon on the upper panel. The inner lining also features a unique graphic, and the roped work-boot style laces gives the lifestyle-inspired City Air Max just enough hints of rugged capability for a versatile nature not seen in many other lifestyle sneakers. Check out the extra images below and watch for a debut this September 14th.

Jordan City Air Max TRK
Black/Vivid Pink-Anthracite-Imperial Blue
467811-008
09/14/11
$125

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In its lifespan we’ve seen the Nike SB P-Rod borrow quite a bit from Nike SB’s more celebrated sneakers. We’ve seen this sneaker appropriate the colorways of the Tiffany, Pigeon, and Cali SB Dunks, but at some point you want to see a sneaker strike out and make a mark with its own unique colorways. This just released Nike SB P-Rod 2.5 might do the trick, coming in a deep team red that takes over the upper with a smooth suede. A burnt shade of yellow gives it some pop on the swoosh and the bits of accenting, keeping them from a monochrome fate. Also not to be missed is the graphic details on the insole, just another small feature that makes this P-Rod 2.5 special. Continue reading for a full look and if you need a pair of these then Premier has you covered.

Nike SB P-Rod 2.5
Team Red
386613-602

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The Air Jordan Legacy embraced non-conventional sneaker design by introducing a number of ‘foreign’ materials like 3M-reflective material (made famous by the Air Jordan V) and patent leather (immortalized by the Air Jordan XI). Another unique material that has become popular across the board for Nike and Jordan Brand is carbon fiber, which also debuted on the Air Jordan XI in the form of a midfoot spring plate that gave Michael an added ‘umph’ in flight. We’ve seen full-3M and full Patent Leather Jordan 6 Rings releases, but this September 17th, we’ll see a full-Carbon Fiber version of the hybrid shoe, taking on a tonal black upper with grey and white accents (a similar combo to a Jordan CMFT Viz Air 11 that dropped earlier this year). Check out the official Jordan Brand images below and let us know what you think of the upcoming Jordan 6 Rings Carbon Fiber.

Jordan 6 Rings
Black/Medium Grey-White
322992-004

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The summer vacation is coming to a close, and the final Sneaker News Weekly Rewind of the month of August wraps up a great summer vacation with some great news from the past week. There’s a lot to look forward to as September and the Holiday season rolls around, so let’s take a look at what popped up on Sneaker News this week. We got another look at the Air Jordan IV White/Grey 2012 release as well as the Air Jordan 2011 Q Flight ‘Year of the Rabbit’. The Miami Nights LeBron 8 V/2 Low has been confirmed for a U.S. release, and another 3-D colorway of the Zoom Kobe VI will hit stores as well. We brought another look at Todd Bratrud’s Nike SB Dunk High ‘Cigar’ as well as a first look at the Air Force 1 E Possivel – a Brazil-exclusive. The OG colorways of the Air Trainer SC II High will also drop next week, and we finally got a detailed look at the Air Max Griffey Fury.

Celebrities were a notable trend this week as newlyweds Kris Humphries and Kim Kardashian were spotted in LAX, and Fabolous threw a ‘Bottles & Js’ BBQ in his backyard. Sneakers have the most unique of origins, and luckily we got to read up on 30 of the most interesting sneaker inspirations in history. Nike Training just dropped the Rivalry Pack, consisting of Oregon, Boise State, and Georgia colorways of the Trainer 1.3 Max, and Supra unveiled the Thriller Pack, paying tribute to the King of Pop’s popular music video. In collabs, Japanese rockers Mighty Crown partnered up with NSW for a Premium Dunk High, and Jeremy Scott unveiled a new Forum Hi (no wings or bears). Finally, Sneaker News launched the Nike Air Max 1 iD Design Contest, where 1 of 100 entrants would win a free pair of iDs. Check out the rest of Sneaker News Weekly Rewind and stay tuned for the best sneaker coverage in the world!

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Last week Sneaker News gave you a look at a vintage piece of Nike print history – a Basketball catalog from 1990. On the cover was Michael Jordan and the Air Jordan V, which was released in special colorways like the ‘Grape’, which came with accompanying apparel. Here we have a look at the catalog from Spring 1991, which, as expected, features the Air Jordan VI, as well as other Nike Basketball athletes like David ‘The Admiral’ Robinson and Gerald Wilkins. It was the era of the Nike Force, with shoes like the Command Force, Air Force Five, and Ultra Force dominating the game with its high-cut and durable design. It’s a far cry from today’s Nike Basketball line-up, highlighted by two flagship models in the Hyperdunk and Hyperfuse and complemented by another of signature lines and other take-down options. Continue reading for a complete look at this sweet piece of Nike history and let us know which sneaker in the catalog stands out to you the most! via CK.

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Last weekend, Nike athletes gathered in China for the Nike Festival of Sports – a weekend-long extravaganza promoted sport culture in China and the world. Representing the basketball wing of the Swoosh were Nike Basketball athletes LeBron James, Amare Stoudemire, Chris Bosh, Tyson Chandler, and new recruit Kyrie Irving. Amare Stoudemire was spotted in Shanghai rocking the Nike Air Yeezy in the ‘Net’ colorway (a shoe that doesn’t look so high-top on him). We’ve caught Amare rocking some notable kicks before, like the Flint and Playoff XIII as well as the Cool Grey XI, but are these the best we’ve seen from him so far? Check out the extra shots of Amare at last weekend’s Nike Festival of Sports and let us know what you think.

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The Talaria Boot is one of those niche shoes that’ll get overlooked by a group and slobbered over by another. It’s been a long while since the Talaria made an appearance on store shelves in the States, and it comes back with a fiery vengeance in two dazzling colorways of Armory Blue/Blue Lacquier (with hints of bright pink) and Cannon/Club Purple (with generous splashes of Volt). In signature ACG style, the Air Talaria Boot QS releases combine misfit colorways on rugged trail shoes, a formula that’s worked rather well for Nike ACG for decades. You can cop both colorways of the Nike ACG Air Talaria Boot tomorrow at select Nike Sportswear retailers like MrRSports or right now on eBay.

Nike ACG Air Talaria Boot
Armory Blue/Blue Lacquer
476685-400

Cannon/Club Purple
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Grey out the upperon Ken Griffey Jr.’s signature Nike trainers and apply an aquatic blue color that can compliment pretty much every other color and also subtly refers to his time as a Mariner.  It’s a recipe for success, as demonstrated by the instant sellout of the ‘Marina Blue’ Air Griffey Max 1 from last February.  The AGM1 is still going strong with new retro releases and has spawned the Air Max JR, but don’t forget about about the successor to the AGM1 that’s getting its own share of retro love this year.  The Nike Air Griffey Max II is constructed in a darker grey than the first but still has the same neutral appeal that’s sure to result in a short stay on store shelves.  Click through to see more angles of this October release and stick with Sneaker News for updates.  via Villa

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Jordan Brand athlete Ray Allen’s always been one of the humble guys. Even his portrayal of Jesus Shuttlesworth as a future star in He Got Game mirrored his true self – a consummate professional that let anything get to his head…until now. Well, the comical NBA Jam franchise is known for creating playable characters with oversized noggins, and as we get a peek at some stills at the upcoming game, we also get a look at Ray Allen’s Air Jordan 2011 PEs. It’s got a crisp white upper with a Celtic green tongue and lace set-up, while the ‘Away’ version uses a black/green upper. Will we see a release of the Air Jordan 2011 Ray Allen PEs before year’s end? Check out the extra shots below and let us know what you think.

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Spring 2012 will feature the Air Jordan X as one of the premier Retro releases of the season, so is this never-before-seen colorway of the Air Jordan X a sign of things to come? Jordan Brand Associate Product Line Manager Doug Barclay recently tweeted a pictured of this sample colorway of the Air Jordan X, which features a grey upper, white midsole, and hints of neon green on the inner checkerboard print lining and the outsole. Like what you see? Check out the extra shot below and chime in with your thoughts on this possible upcoming colorway, and stick with Sneaker News for the latest updates on all Air Jordan releases.

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Nike Sportswear has released several Dunks this year in both heights that employ high-contrast color and material blocking from forefoot to rear.  A couple of these have managed to stick out from the pack thanks to their use of plastic eyelet holes, one of the key features on this new subdued Nike Dunk High.  These grey and black Dunk Highs offer just enough ruggedness that they’d likely be a hit with Oakland Raiders fans.  If you’re looking to add these to supplement your roster, click through to see more angles and then grab a pair from the only place that has this colorway: JD Sports.

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Far too many MLB careers have been soured by talks of doping and the like, but Griffey is one of the honorable few who put up gigantic numbers without any performance enhancers. With that being said, we can forgive the man for getting a little enhancement boost in his sneakers with the Nike Air Max JR. This hybridized version from the Griffey legacy of sneakers features a full 360 Air unit on the sole and an upgraded Torch upper for extra breathability. Follow us after the jump for an additional look at the brand new Grey/Blue Glow color way of the Nike Air Max JR, available at Eastbay now.

Nike Air Max JR
Grey/Blue Glow
442478-014

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