Despite the fact that Derrick Rose ditched them during the NBA Playoffs in favor of his own Three Stripes signature, it looks like we can pencil him in for future releases from adidas Basketball’s lightest-ever series.  The adidas adiZero Crazy Light is back, this time in lowtop form for a Chicago Bulls-leaning bred colorway that’s confirmed as a D-Rose ‘PE’ of sorts thanks to his signature on the rear lateral midsoles.  This autograph is a notable addition when compared to to the initial Crazy Light Low images we saw in mid-summer; could we expect the same treatment for the white-based Bulls ‘home’ edition?  Stick with Sneaker News for updates, and click on the jump below to see more photos in the meantime.  via HC

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In showing you another pair of Nike Air Force 1 Lows for ladies earlier, we mentioned that another tonally-constructed and foil-accented pair was on the way. This new WMNS AF1 Low features the same distribution of colors and materials as the aforementioned Grain edition, but instead of that earthy neutral shade, these go for a rich Deep Burgundy shade that could have just as easily been saved for a Valentine’s Day drop. These are among the boldest kicks for women we’ve seen all season despite their relatively simple design, and you’ll be able to see more images after the jump before grabbing a pair from Kicks-crew.

Nike WMNS Air Force 1 Low
Deep Burgundy/Deep Burgundy
315115-602

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Ever the Euro favorite, the Nike Air Classic BW has just dropped in two new colorways over the past few weeks, both featuring the same colorblocking including golden accents.  The same range of materials is in play for the above pictured model, though there are a couple of changes relative to the black and white Big Windows.  This one doesn’t feature a gradient along its Window frame but instead goes for all-gold, which is also the case for the Swooshes and upper eyelets.  These feel less flashy and considerably earthier than the others thanks to a brown base; are they the best of the trio?  Have a closer look after the jump and look for these now at select European retailers.

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The hightop version is characterized by a Chuck Taylor-style silhouette that’s been enhanced by an elastic gusset on the ankles, so what can we expect from the adidas Originals AO Toss Lo?  If you remember the earliest images of the AO Toss from all the way back in February, you’ll recall that the first lowtops had a chunky lower eyestay that meant its piping was like mashing a couple of Vans lowtops together on a Chuck sole with Three Stripes.  The revised model is considerably stronger, thanks to the removal of all piping and a return to a more traditional eye-placket for a look that is indeed somewhat All Star-ish, but also highlights adidas’ penchant for stylish lowtops.  Check them out in greater detail after the jump and look for these at select retailers like SNS.

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It may not be fair to elementary school aged kids and younger, but the vast majority of today’s high profile sneaker releases simply aren’t available in sizes that small. Luckily, Nike Sportswear never fails to satisfy your tiny sneakerheads with a variety of playful looks, the latest more along the lines of something to match their dress-up gear for picture day. The Nike Dunk Low GS pictured above doesn’t feature any crazy patterns or a color scheme inspired by a cartoon superhero, but instead introduce the youngsters to the concept of balance via neutrality as they combine vibrant red and steely blue accents across a tonal brown mix of suede and leather. More photos await your click on the jump below; do you wish you had smaller feet so you could buy these when they release in the coming months? via Dunk

Nike Dunk Low GS
Ironstone/Slate Blue-Velvet Brown-White
310569-027

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Just as is the case with Omar Salazar’s long-lost signature, there’s another former regular in the Nike SB rotation that had been away for several months that’ll be returning as part of the November 2011 drop. The Nike SB Zoom FP is back in a simply satisfying colorway in line with Swoosh skateboarding’s recent leanings, their black suede uppers offered a softer than usual golden accent shade thanks to the careful use of grey on the ankle collar and forefoot midsole. The Future Primitive is back and perhaps better than ever; are you excited to see these available along with Nike SB’s monthly releases? Check them out in more detail after the jump and then grab a pair from a SB shop like Premier.

Nike SB Zoom FP
Black/White-Metallic Gold
415210-003

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If we could interview the late founder Paul Van Doren or perhaps someone high up in the design department at the company named after him, the question of ‘Who or what exactly is a Shaffer?’ would be a given after seeing this latest drop.  Judging by the quality in these images, they’d likely give a thoroughly satisfying answer, but the truth is, it really doesn’t matter what a ‘Shaffers Pack’ is when theVans Vault Chukka Boot LX is operating this close to the peak of its powers.  These new premium Chukkas are crafted in top-notch oiled leather with pigskin suede on the collar and they’re among the most obviously deluxe trios we’ve seen from Off the Wall all year.  Purple, grey and black pairs await your click on the jump below and you can take about a month to decide which one(s) you want before these hit store shelves December 1st.  via FNG

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When Converse Skateboarding hsowed off its wears at the Agenda trade show this July in New York, they previewed a new CONS KA-One done in white canvas with tonal suede details atop a gum cupsole.  We haven’t seen anything else from that promising preview in the intervening months, but could it be all that far away with word of this new pair hitting retailers?  Kenny Anderson’s Converse signature is back in a tonal black getup that’s the night to the aforementioned pair’s day, a classic yet cutting edge design that’d be perfect for everyday skate and style purposes.  They’re joined by the new Wells lowwtop that’s somewhere between a Chuck Taylor and a Star Player, so click through and you can see more of them before picking up a pair directly from Converse.

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On Thursday, Sneaker News showed you an upcoming pair of Nike All Court Twists in Team Red suede with Oxen Brown accents including the toecap and heel tab.  It turns out this motif is about to be replicated across a couple more colors, and today we have two such designs to share with you.  The All Court twist has rarely looked as good as these three navy blue and black editions, though you can’t help but wonder with the growing/returning popularity of gum soles, if these could have been even better with all-brown bottoms.  We’d wager Nike Sportswear made the right call here, and you can see more evidence for yourself by clicking on the jump below.  They’ll be available at select NSW retailers including Warped soon, so stick with Sneaker News for the US release date.

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The first release of the Air Jordan Spiz’ike of 2011 will be one that we’ve all been hoping for – Knicks colorways! As you all know, the Spiz’ike was designed with Spike Lee in mind, so releasing them in New York Knicks colorways would only be right. Add in the fact that the Knicks now boast a superstar athlete that just so happens to be a Jordan Brand representative, and you have the perfect alignment of stars for such a celebrated release. These won’t officially drop until next week, November 5th, but here’s another look at these beauties; coming in two different Knicks-centric colorways, we expect both to be major hits once they hit stores. Take another look at both below and let us know which of the two you like better! via pookdogg on NT.

Jordan Spiz’ike ‘Knicks’
Orange Flash/Blue Ribbon-Black-White
315371-805
11/05/11
$175

Blue Ribbon/Orange Flash-Black-White
315371-405
11/05/11
$175

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The 2011 MLB Season just wrapped up last night in the best way any MLB season can be ended – with a seven-game World Series. If baseball is still in your mind, how about carrying the thoughts of baseball to your kicks? The latest refresher to Ken Griffey Jr’s signature line with Nike is the Air Max JR, which combines a retooled Air Max Griffey 1 upper with a 360 Max Air outsole. Painted completely in red, as a remembrance to Griffey’s Cincinnati years, this latest Air Max JR release is as bold as it is sexy. These have begun to pop up retailers so if you haven’t copped them yet, get them now at Nike Sportswear retailers like Millenium Shoes, or snag a pair right now on eBay.

Nike Air Max JR
Varsity Red/Varsity Red-White
442478-600
$160

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When the Eastern Conference All Star team’s starting power forward starts looking for work at the mall, you know the NBA season is in trouble.  Stars like Amar’e Stoudemire are left needing to put on exhibitions to get back to the hardwood while the league’s latest lockout endures at the risk of losing the Christmas Day extravaganza, but their next round of signatures will roll out so you can still get them even if we’re not gifted with a fresh season of pro roundball.  The Nike Air Max Sweep Thru is set to be Stoudemire’s go-to look whenever he gets back to his day job, these two new releases potential ‘away’ looks that could compliment his New York Knicks uniforms.  You can choose from Cool Grey with Team Orange and black accents or go with the classic black/grey, both of which are available now from select Nike Basketball stockists like Eastbay.

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