Here come the latest autoclaved Nike retros on tap for the Spring Ten season.  The Nike Delta Force High AC is back in two new pairs that feature a mix of materials we’ve not seen from the Delta Force or its autoclaved update.  A monochromatic mix of canvas and tumbled leather, the slight tonal effect gives some visual depth, but contrasting baroque brown and anthracite pairs with white accents means they’re already smooth enough to stand on their own two (colours).  Cop yours today from NikeStore.

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Like most other reptiles, a black mamba snake displays some iridescence.  It’s still pretty much ‘black-on-black’, though, so Nike afforded themselves with some creative license when trying to come up with a colourway for these.  The ‘Black Mamba’ Nike Air Force 25 Low is inspired by Kobe Bryant’s nickname-snake, hence the snakeskin overlay.  Purple comes in on the laces and premium leather lining (Lakers), but what about the teal (Aqua)?  Not necessarily a direct tie in to KB’s career, but they sure look dope.  Cop the Black Mamba AF25 from Nike Basketball retailers like Kix-Files or on eBay.

Style: 386422-001
Color: Black/Black-Grand Purple-Neptune Blue

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Nike swapped the Air Force 180’s sole for something more Blazer-like in an attempt to make it more fashion-friendly.  The latest pair offers a nice little twist, adding a high performance material purely for aesthetic purposes.  This Nike Auto Force 180 would be pretty tough to beat with the pewter grey upper in simple leather, but the sections that could effectively be the Auto Force’s ‘mudguard’ are done in carbon fibre.  Grab a pair today from Nike Sportswear retailers like Wish.

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DJ Clark Kent and his boy Mayor are probably the two most famous AF1 advocates in the world.  That love has spilled over as DJCK is once again giving some shine to the anniversary design.  Hot on the heels of low and hightop editions of the Nike Air Force 1 for the East vs. West Rivals Pack, Clark surprises us with two smooth Air Force 25 Low Premiums.  A metallic silver pair finds its accents when light activates the reflective 3M elements, and the black pair reveals just a touch of gum through its translucent midsole sections.  Grab both pairs today from RMKStore.

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Color: Metallic Silver/Metallic Silver (DJ CK)

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Color: Black/Black (DJ CK)

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We gave you a heads up on both of these Auto Force 180’s.  Staying true to the sample we showed, the upper sticks with the nubuck/ patent combo.  Hyper Blue and Lime really set this pair off, which should get a big response.  The other pair also shows no difference from the looksee, having a more simpler design choice.  The traditional color choice of all black with a white midsole, with a mix for nubuck and leather is pleasing for the purist of sneakerheads.  Whichever your preference, jump over to Finishline to cop the Black/ Hyper Blue or the all Black.  Or maybe even both Auto Force 180’s.

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Here comes the dopest Nike Delta Force AC thusfar, which is possibly the finest of all of the autoclaved Nike retro joints we’ve seen.  No one would fault you for thinking these look a little like the elephant printed colour combination we call ‘Supreme’, but a closer look reveals a lighter shade of blue and cement grey Safari print in place of the legendary Air Jordan pattern.  Peep how nice the fresh ’stars’ on these look, along with other detailed shots after the jump.  via SF

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It was back in June of this year when we first saw this Holiday 2009 Nike Auto Force 180 “Olympic” colorway, now almost four months later the shoe itself has been releaased. Nike utilizes their Nike Air Force 180, one of the sneakers the Charles Barkley used to wear, and combines it with a vulcanized midsole and outsole to make up this Nike Auto Force 180. This colorway is inspired by the Olympic colorway that Sir Charles wore in the 1992 Barcelona Summer Olympics. Pick up the Nike Auto Force 180’s in their Olympic colorway now at select Nike Sportswear accounts or via 95Soleman on eBay.

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Even though we knew these were coming, they’re still something of a pleasant suprise.  The latest addition to DJ Clark Kent’s 112 Pack is a downright stunning Nike Air Force 25 Low Premium.  The AF25 has been around since its launch for the huge birthday celebration a couple years back, but it’s safe to say that it has never looked as good.  Though the upper is all smooth silver save the elephant print lines and Swooshes, these manage to show the Air Force 25 silhouette in a new light, all at once revealing its connection to the original and showing promise for future releases.  The ‘new light’ quip is somewhat literally true as well, since all of that silver is 3M reflective material.  It’s an Asia Exclusive, so you can cop yours today from Kix-Files.

Style: 386422-004
Color: Metallic Silver/Black-Neon Yellow (DJ CK)

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Here’s a pair of Nike Auto Force 180s that won’t drop until later this year.  They’re mostly black on the upper, a mix of smooth nubuck and patent leather.  Royal blue accents on the eyelets and Swooshes join with the neon green touches to give these a sort of Huarache feel.  Then again, you know that it’s 2009 and that Nike Air Force 180s don’t have autoclaved/vulcanized soles, so the whole thing has the effect of bridging across eras, a silent story Nike is telling very well in its recent releases.  We expect the full drop in late October but you can cop a sample in US mens size 9 from verbdws on eBay.

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When the Nike Auto Force 180 came onto the scene a short while back, one of the first colourways we got an extended look at was the New York Knicks (or Mets) pair in blue leather with orange accents.  Since the similarly vulcanized Auto Flight High is getting a Lakers colourup, this Chicago pair has us expecting something autoclaved in green to satisfy the Celtics fans.  But for now, Chi-town is on high, covering this midtop in a variety of leathers and nubuck.  Especially nice is the tonal safari print knap on the nubuck mudguard.  It’s a can’t miss colourway and you can grab yours today from Finish Line.

Style: 375579-061
Color: Black/Varsity Red-White

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Nike’s big-ups for Bo Jackson have extended beyond the Air Trainer retros and the new Nike Trainer 1.  We saw a crazy Blazer with ‘Tecmo Bo’ emblazoned upon the tongue tag, and this pair looks to be part of the same pack.  The Nike Sky Force High pictured above lacks ‘Tecmo Bo’ in Raiders garb, but keeps the silver and black and uses the Blazer’s pixelated side panels.  Ty of LDRS1354 reported that these are samples, so they might not release.  If they do, expect them alongside the Blazer and Air Trainer TW IIs.

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We already knew that the Billy Hoyle edition of the Nike Hyperize White Men Can’t Jump Pack was inspired by his Air Command Forces, but now we can see exactly how faithful a reproduction the new release will be.  In these side-by-side shots, it’s clear that Nike nailed the colour scheme, matching it tone for tone.  The only differences are that the original Command Force featured a yellow midsole with black speckles, whereas the Hyperize is solid yellow, plus the Hyperize’s Swooshes are outlined in yellow, whereas the original was just black.  Take a look at these and let us know if you think a retro for the Air Command Force is in order.  via SC. Also available at Nikestore.com.

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They’re set to drop in a sick Cobra Commander-inspired edition, probably sometime before the August 7th theater release of G.I. Joe, but the Nike Alpholution’s first run is out now.  An updated take on the classic Nike Air ’Alpha’ Force 1, these joints are available in three colourways that carefully toe the line between outright retro and modern classic.  There’s one each in red/black/white, royal blue/white and black/white/teal.  Each features ‘FRESH’ on the tongue, with ‘RE’ in a different colour, presumably marking Nike’s new ‘REFRESH’ campaign.  Cop any or all of these right now from FinishLine.

Style: 367171-131
Color: White/Black/Emerald

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Color: White/Royal

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Color: Black/Red/White

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The Nintendo Wii is occupying a hefty market share in video game console sales despite its dated graphics because of the amazingly fun motion-sensitive controllers.  We already saw two members of this pack release that were aesthetically impressive enough to stop you in your tracks and here is another pair of new pairs.  The Nike Air Max 95 and Sky Force High pictured above are both inspired by Nintendo’s wonderful white box. 

The AM95s go the clean route by laying a silver mesh over the white patent leather upper, while using silver for other accents.  The classic runner has a translucent sole like the Sky Force, but the old school basketball hightop adds orange outlines to the Swoosh, eyelets and tongue logo (which is shaped like the Wii’s power button).  Throw in an embossed safari print on the side panels and circuit board-like laser etching around the ankle area, and you have some room to move between these two choices.  These are available now, and we’ve seen them at retailers like Proper.

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We’ve seen the Big Nike get its fair share of attention lately.  From ‘regular’ releases to a few standouts, the Dunk’s little brother is enjoying its time in the spotlight.  Perhaps jealous of its perpetual neglect, the latest retro release from Nike Basketball’s archives is set to make its presence known.  Originally released about a year before the first Dunks back in 1984, the Nike Sky Force High goes strong to the rack in this tough yet simple combination of white on black.  Instead of the Big Nike’s heel script, these have an italicized insignia embroidered onto the outside ankles.  If you’re feelin’ the old school vibe these radiate, cop a pair now at Fuctard.

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The original clear Air Force II by ESPO was one of the more innovative uses of material when it released several years back.  These make similarly effective use of the transparent panels and midsoles as a part of a larger concept.  The Nike Air Force II pictured above is a key part of the Nintendo Wii Pack which includes a Blazer and Air Max 95.  All rock a white and silver colourway with touches of blue inspired by the ever-popular console’s case and power buttons, respectively.  This AF2 is particularly satisfying because it uses a ton of other dope materials beyond the clearly interesting side panels, including ostrich leather above the transparent insert, Safari print on the toebox and a crazy circuit board pattern etched into the metallic silver overlay.  They had quite a long buildup, and we’re still not sure of a solid date on the AM95s, but these can be yours if you act fast.  Look for these now at select Nike retailers including nikestore.com.

Style: 329888-111
Color: White/White-Metallic Silver

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