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Earlier today we showed you a sick pair of customs sneakers done by Mache Customs – the Nike Zoom Rookie LWP ‘Galaxy’. Those were indeed on another level, but flying at the same altitude is this sick colorway of the Zoom Rookie that will hit stores tomorrow. First viewings of the ‘Dynamic Blue’ Zoom Rookie resulted in some positive remarks from our readers, and with the Zoom Rookie established as one of the best new releases put out by Nike, the Dynamic Blues will certainly be a big ticket item during tomorrow’s massive set of releases. Check out these new angles after the jump and don’t forget to cop ‘em tomorrow at select Nike Sportswear retailers or from sneakerpost on eBay.
Nike Zoom Rookie LWP
Dynamic Blue/Dynamic Blue-Wolf Grey-White
472688-402
02/11/12
$200
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With all the commotion about the ‘Galaxy’ colorway slated to release on the eve of NBA All-Star 2012, be careful not to overlook the Nike Air Foamposite One release a short while later that we’ve been watching for a good while now. The ’Electrolime’ Air Foamposite One gets back to this model’s uniformly colored heritage with a new shade so vibrant that these have managed to escape the Iowa/Wu-Tang/Pittsburg/LIVESTRONG typecasting that seems to all too often pidgeonhole black and yellow designs. These also feature just a hint of navy blue on the ’1c’ logos and insoles, perhaps the tiniest reference to University of Michigan star Chris Webber who wound up wearing his college colors again in Golden State where he was traded for Penny Hardaway on Draft Day 1993. Have another look after the jump and let us know if uniformly-colored or patterned Foamposite is the way to go. via ST
Nike Air Foamposite One
Electrolime/Electrolime-Black
314996-330
03/17/12
$220
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How does a mere compilation of tracks cause such a cultural phenomenon? Jay-Z’s and Kanye West’s Watch The Throne has permeated various style outlets, from high-end fashion to exclusive Nike sneakers. The LeBron 9 ‘Watch The Throne’ caused an alarming buzz in the sneaker scene, becoming one of the most hard-to-get LeBrons ever and a certified must-have for Kanye/Jay-Z fans. Mache Customs gives us his rendition of the Nike x Kanye x Jay-Z, using the track ‘No Church in the Wild’ as the inspiration; using the Electric Green Foam Pro as the base, Mache gives these customs a dual force, opting for wild safari stripes on the lateral side and cheetah print on the medial, which is reminiscent of the popular Versace x H&M Bomber Jacket that released a few months ago. More shots below, so take a look and hit up Mache Customs if you want to commission your own pair.
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Just yesterday Sneaker News provided the world with the first detailed look at the Nike Air Foamposite One ‘Galaxy’, showing off the glow-in-the-dark outsole and angles aplenty. The glow-in-the-dark theme will in fact run rampant through the 2012 All-Star Collection, but remember that the ‘glow’ craze first started with that sick Zoom Rookie release just a few months ago. Mache Customs, who has been breaking necks with his unforgettable creations, brings All-Star and Zoom Rookie together with his Zoom Rookie ‘Galaxy’ customs; what makes these so much more impressive is that the upper isn’t a mere paint-job, but the result of one of the best paintbrush-meets-sneaker crafts we’ve ever seen. Mache continues to raise the bar for other budding sneaker customizers and these Galaxy Rookies are a clear example why, so check out the additional images below and let us know if you think these are better than the Foamposite Ones!
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Foamposite was first developed during the early part of the 1990′s by Nike’s Advanced Product Engineering Team. What they were searching for was a lighter and less labor-intensive material to suit footwear construction, and what they found was someone so out-of-the-ordinary that it would potentially alter the horizon of footwear development and design. However, the new-age Foamposite never truly collided with the conventions of leather and mesh as it never really posed a threat to some major divisions of footwear development such as running, which depended more on breathability and lightness (which mesh had a firm advantage over any other material). In fact, Foamposite operated on a plane all on its own appearing only sparingly since its debut on the Nike Air Foamposite One, and even then, those models were never widely embraced; it was too different from what we were accustomed to, almost like it came from outer space.
A lot’s changed since Foamposite was first introduced to Nike Footwear; it’s hardly a cornerstone of performance these days (that sector is dominated by the modular construction of Hyperfuse, Flywire, and Lunar), but it has captured the essence of sneakerheadism so firmly because it acutely defines the passion for the out-of-the-ordinary and the visually unforgettable. Only until 2010 did the Air Foamposite begin the make a dent in the mainstream, with the release of the Copper and the re-issue of the Eggplants, and in 2011, Nike Sportswear re-opened the Foam factory with six solid releases – three ‘Ones’ and three ‘Pros’ – that became one of the widely celebrated releases of the year. In just the sixth week of the 2012, four releases have either released, been confirmed, or have been rumored, but none has been as energetic and exciting as the upcoming ‘Galaxy’ release, which is set for a limited release on February 23rd (Nikestore reports a release on the 24th, but we’ll clarify that for you very soon).
Using the ‘supernova’ as the core concept for the entire 2012 NBA All-Star collection, Nike Basketball raised the Foamposite to new heights by administering a visual graphic on the upper, replacing the lustrous metallic appeal of tonal paintjobs is a wide imagery of the Galaxy, dotted with shining stars and milky ways. Standing above the upper is an outsole that is entirely treated with glow-in-the-dark infusion like the Nike Basketball 2012 All-Star signatures, something that has yet to be pictured until now. Attached to the shoe is a ‘Remove Before Flight’ flag, found cautiously attached to objects destined for space travel. Even seventeen years after the debut of the Air Foamposite One, the shoe continues to hold the attitude of being ahead of its time, but we’d say the definitive Foamposite release couldn’t have landed at a better moment. Continue reading for a detailed look at the Nike Air Foamposite One ‘Galaxy’ as well as a first viewing of the glow-in-the-dark outsole and be sure to stick with Sneaker News for more updates regarding one of the best releases of 2012.
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All eyes are awaiting the touch-down of the Nike Air Foamposite One ‘Galaxy’, and Sneaker News has kept you close to the landing zone by providing you some detailed information regarding the shoe’s release. We’ve already confirmed the release date to be February 24th, and filled you in on Nikestore availability. Here’s some more information for you to work with; the Nike Air Foamposite One ‘Galaxy’ will be exclusive to Nikestore online and Nike Sportswear at 21 Mercer. In addition to those two confirmed spots, the Galaxy Foamposites will also be available during the 2012 NBA All-Star Weekend at a select location. We’ll bring you more details as they develop, but be aware that the Air Foamposite Galaxy will be very limited. We’ve got some new images of these highly-coveted Foams courtesy of Bi6_L so let us know if these are the best Foamposites you’ve ever seen by dropping your thoughts in the comments section below.
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While the Air Flight One is headed toward the stars via Orlando, the spectacular hybrid model that was most young sneakerheads’ first exposure to its signature pods is headed in the opposite direction. Given their history (first Shaq in ’96, then the ’09 Finals), you might think that’d be LA, but we’re actually talking about a colorway that always does well everywhere, any time of year. The Nike Zoom Rookie is ready to debut its ’Blackout’ colorup, a subtly stunning mix of Anthracite Foamposite, black nubuck and the ever-present translucent outsole. These have the unenviable task of following the aptly named ‘Dynamic Blue’ joints to retail, but there’s little cause for worry about betting on swift sales when these hit select Nike Sportswear retailers on March 3rd. via Kicks-crew
Nike Zoom Rookie LWP
Black/Anthracite
472688-010
03/03/12
$200
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Sneakerheads had January to catch our breaths after an utterly immense spread of heat during the holiday season, but Nike has cranked it back up already to the point where it’s almost starting to feel like Christmas in February. From the Black History Month 2012 models to those commemorating this year’s NBA All-Star Game and a bunch of key drops in between, February has brought us a ton of pleasant surprises including the Nike Air Foamposite One ‘Galaxy’ releasing along with the rest of the ASG buffet. Once thought to be a concept sample never to see the light of retail, this first-ever application of a graphical print to the original Foamposite silhouette keeps in line with the NASA-inspired theme, and might just be the single most impressive design we’ve seen for NBA All-Star 2012. Once reported as a Saturday drop, NikeStore now expects to have these on Thursday, February 23rd, and you can see some crisp new images of the supernova-emblazoned ‘Galaxy’ Foamposite Ones after the jump.
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How hungry are y’all for more Foamposites? Judging by how quickly the Metallic Reds disappeared from stores shelves this past Saturday, we can tell your appetites aren’t the slightest bit satiated. Sneaker News already filled you in on the release date of the Nike Air Foamposite One ‘Galaxy’, which is currently scheduled for a February 24th release, but this new bit of information should have you planning out your attack for this highly anticipated and sure-fire Top 30 lock of a release. The Nike Air Foamposite One ‘Galaxy’ will be available for purchase on Nikestore at midnight on the date of the release, so now that you are certain of at least one confirmed release spot, adjust accordingly and stay tuned to Sneaker News because we’ll keep you in the loop.
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Superbowl Weekend was, of course, dominated by NFL coverage, but don’t overlook the games that went down on Friday, Saturday, and before the big game! Seen on court were LeBron and D-Wade’s new PEs of their signature shoes, Earl Clark’s Air Foamposite One ‘Royal’, Ty Lawson’s Nike LeBron 9 ‘Cool Grey’, and a plethora of Air Jordan XIs on Monta Ellis, Michael Beasley, and more. Other notables include Jordan Crawford’s Air Jordan VII ‘Cardinal’, Chris Paul’s Jordan CP3.V PE, and a special shoutout to Jeremy Lin, who rocked the Garden in the Nike Zoom Hyperfuse Low. We’ve got a full recap for you below so take a look and stick with Sneaker News for more NBA Feet coverage as we near the All-Star break. via ESPN.
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