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No matter how far removed a sneaker like the Nike Air Max Griffey Fury may be removed from the original string of Junior models, it still deserves to don the ‘freshwater’ colorway. We’d say it does a pretty good job of it at that, showing up with some minor tweaks from the sample version we previewed last year. In general the retail version lines up more with previous freshwater releases in the Griffey catalog, with the side Swoosh coming in white and a bit of red detailing outlining the 24 hit on the top end. This particular Nike Air Max Griffey Fury should show up at Nikestore later this month, but some spots like Millennium Shoes already have their pairs on deck. Check out the shots after the jump and let us know if you approve of the final tweaks made to these before they hit the shelves.
Nike Air Max Griffey Fury
Fresh Water/White-Blck-Black
487664-300
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Sure LeBron is putting on for the Griffey line with his own ‘Swingman’ release, but for true fans of the man’s footwear legacy a mere logo hit won’t suffice. What will suffice is the retro release of the Nike Total Griffey Max ’99, a pair from the latter half of Junior’s career that grabs the bubbled sole from the Air Max 97 of a few years prior. These are officially hitting tomorrow, February 8th, or probably right at the stroke of midnight EST at your favorite online retailer. Check out the shots of the Nike Total Griffey Max ’99 in black/zen grey/varsity red we’ve got below and grab them now from sneakermaid on eBay if you can’t stand the wait.
Nike Total Griffey Max ’99
Black/Zen Grey-Varsity Red
488329-006
02/08/12
$150
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Is February the Hottest Month Ever for sneakers? Foot Locker is locked and loaded with all of this month’s sickest releases, like the Air Jordan IV White/Cement, Air Jordan X ‘Old Royal’, the Air Foamposite One ‘Metallic Red’ and much, much more. To kick off this insane month of footwear releases, Foot Locker invited a select group of media to participate in the unveiling of the #HottestMonthEver collection, but before the shoes were presented, a special warm-up even was held on the Madison Square Garden floor! The entire group was split into two squads (one Nike, wearing the LeBron 9 Freegums and Kobe VII ‘Concord’, another adidas, rocking the adiZero Rose 2.0 and 2.5) and faced off with former Knickerbocker legends acting as head coaches for both teams. After two halves of play, a special event space was set up, placing a spotlight on February’s mammoth sneaker drops. We’ve got a look at this February’s upcoming releases at Foot Locker below, so don’t forget to join Foot Locker VIP for inside info on kicks and some exclusive deals!
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The OG Swingman continues to get at-bats in Nike Sportswear’s batting line-up thanks to the 2012 re-issue of the Nike Total Griffey Max ’99. This new Black/Zen Grey-Varsity Red colorway features a flat black leather upper with a faux carbon-fiber applique on the ‘tidal wave’ detailing on the upper as well as one the Swingman logo on the heel, with Varsity Red on the Swingman halo as well as on the Max Air unit. Given that the Air Griffey Max GD II wasn’t nearly an electrifying Retro as the Air Griffey Max 1, will the Max ’99 hit for a single, double, triple, homer, or strike out looking? A detailed set of images of this February 2012 release awaits you below, so take a good look after the jump and let us know if you think. via mrsports
Nike Total Griffey Max ’99
Black/Zen Grey-Varsity Red
488329-006
02/08/12
$150
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With all the success the Nike Griffey signature line has been garnering over the last few years, one would be wise to not expect Griffey to disappear from Nike product lines anytime soon. One way to keep the legacy going is to re-release the original models, like the Total Griffey Max ’99, which we gave you release dates on earlier this week. Another way is to re-hash some older classics with contemporary styling, and Nike certainly did that with the Air Max JR and the upcoming Air Max Griffey Fury. It utilizes the present-day full-length Max Air unit and Hyperfuse upper while adapting the design lines and curves from the Air Diamond Fury from the 90′s, all of which converges at one point to create the Nike Air Max Griffey Fury. Expect the Black/White-Action Green release to hit stores this March 3rd, so check out the additional angles below and let us know what else you think Nike has in store for the future of Air Griffey.
Nike Air Max Griffey Fury
Black/White-Action Green
487664-030
03/03/12
$170
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The power presence of the Nike Griffey Retro line continues in 2012 with the release of the Nike Total Griffey Max ’99. After being left out in 2010, a Nike Griffey shoe returned to the Sneaker News Top 30 year-end list, with the OG ‘Emerald’ colorway earning a spot among the thirty best releases of the year. Does the Total Griffey Max ’99 have that same power? While the ’99 doesn’t strike that nostalgic chord like the Air Griffey Max 1 or 2 does, the Total Griffey should still be one to watch out for when the first Black/Red colorway drops on February the 8th, followed by the White/Blue/Green on March the 7th (both retailing at $150). Check out angles of both below and let us know which of the two upcoming releases has you stoked!
Nike Total Griffey Max ’99
Black/Black-Zen Grey-Varsity Red
488329-006
02/08/12
White/Neptune Blue-Action Green
488329-143
03/07/12
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After a relatively brief period that started when the Air Foamposite One hit in early 2009 in this unmistakable purple shade, Nike Sportswear has dialed down the frequency of its ‘Eggplant’ releases. The most recent sighting was on a pair of Zoom Rookie LWPs, an Air Penny mashup that has obvious connections to the original matte metallic purple release. And from the Penny Hardaway hybrid we move toward another 1990′s Nike legend for a new Nike Air Max JR that might make you wonder how many records Ken Griffey Jr. could have set as a member of the Colorado Rockies. The ‘Eggplant’ Air Max JR reminds us of the 1998 Home Run Derby where Junior nearly doubled his second place foe, a guy in Vinny Castilla who himself had benefitted majorly from playing in the Mile High City’s notoriously thin air. Click through to get some more angles of this iridescent purple design and look for a pair today at NSW retailers like Foot Locker.
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After a quick break from the bright looks with the metallic dark grey release, the Nike Air Griffey Max II is back in familiar form with some nice hits of tour yellow as the color of choice this time around. Purists might snub the sneakers without a tie to a specific team Griffey played for, but that just means more for the rest of us. This top-notch retro release has been one of the most well received this year, with fans excited to finally pick up the missing pieces from their Griffey collections. Follow us after the jump for a full look at let us know if this black and yellow pair will find its way into your rotation. You can find them available now at select Nike retailers like CitySole or get your pair now on eBay.
Nike Air Griffey Max II
Black/White-Anthracite-Tour Yellow
442171-010
$140
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While the NBA players and owners continue to wage a cold war, the hot stove is keeping baseball warm in the press with word that a new collective bargaining agreement will radically realign the leagues and divisions, resulting in year-round interleague play. But even if some of baseball’s traditions change to accommodate the evolving economics of big time pro sports, you can bet the game’s best will begin their offseason preparations in earnest soon after the conclusion of the season. And just a couple of weeks after the World Series wrapped up, it’s just that time, and what better way to reflect the evolution of the game than a hybrid based on a beloved classic trainer like the Nike Air Max JR? This insane new 3M edition is a suitable compliment to the Vapor Flash Jacket we just showed you or any of the Swoosh’s other reflective fare, and you’ll find them right now at select Nike Sportswear retailers like Extra Butter or on eBay.
Nike Air Griffey Max 1
Metallic Silver/Metallic Silver-White
442478-011
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More often than not, the drops from Nike’s Air Griffey lineup feature an eye-catching blast of color somewhere on the sneaker. And while we appreciate a sneaker’s ability to turn heads, sometimes something more neutral is necessary. Enter the Nike Air Griffey Max II in this tough looking colorway, which mixes up the gun-metal grey look with a flossy finish thanks to the metallic luster of the uppers. On bottom is the coveted Air Max sole, with a bit of white thrown in to lighten up the mood. This colorway doesn’t officially drop for another week or so, so if you’re still on the fence, make sure you have a look at the detailed pictures we’ve got for you after the jump. If you’re in need now, then hit up City Sole to get your pair, or grab them now on eBay.
Nike Air Griffey Max II
Metallic Dark Grey/Metallic Dark Grey-White
442171-011
11/15/11
$140
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