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PRO-Keds has been in the sneaker game for decades, gaining prominence in NYC as the hip-hop/b-boy head’s sneaker brand of choice. Things have changed over the years for the brand and the surrounding sneaker game, but amidst the hype and an outpour of today’s new releases, a tried and true classic like the 69er Lo will always be relevant. The recent ‘Backyard BBQ‘ powered by the three-way collaboration between PRO-Keds, notable sneaker fiend Biz Markie and longstanding retailer Packer Shoes, was a celebration of the good old days, bringing back some old-school flavor to a mostly new-school crowd. If you haven’t picked up one of the 750 limited-edition pairs, head to Packer Shoes to cop yours, and check out the video recap after the jump to see what went down at the BBQ.
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Summer is officially here, and this Sunday, the grill will be blazing and the PBR will be flowing as Packer Shoes welcomes the legendary Biz Markie to help celebrate their recent PRO-Keds collaboration with a backyard BBQ. Leather colorways of the classic PRO-Keds 69er Lo are available at the store and online now in black, olive and the Packer exclusive white. The shoe will be packaged along with a special t-shirt and Biz USB keychain and will also grant you entrance to the barbecue. Space will be limited so you’ll need one to get in, but the chance to toast burgers and Pabst Blue Ribbons with Biz should be well worth the price of admission. Those who placed orders online can pick up their shoes and BBQ admission pass beginning at 12:30 pm on Sunday, and anyone looking for a last-minute pair can grab them then as well. Keep reading for more pics, including a side-by-side with an original vintage pair and a video invitation from Biz himself.
BACKYARD BBQ WITH BIZ
Sunday, June 26th
1:00-5:00PM
Packer Shoes
941 Teaneck Road | Map
Teaneck, NJ 07666
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Hip-hop and sneaker culture icon Biz Markie will make his mark once again by way of a new collaborative release with Packer Shoes and the PRO-Keds 69er. Sneaker News already filled you in on a special Biz Markie x PRO-Keds Backyard BBQ at Packer Shoes on June 26th, but here’s some additional information on this upcoming release; of the three colorways, the black and olive green versions are limited to just 300 pairs a piece, while the white versions are a Packer exclusive, featuring a Packer Shoes molded leather logo imprint on the heel (and limited to just 150 pairs). Each of the three features a gold Biz Markie logo on the tongue, and will come accompanied by a Packer Shoes x PRO-Keds x Biz Markie t-shirt and a Biz Markie USB Keychain (holding 1 GB). All three are available now at Packer Shoes in-store and online, so check out the detailed images, as well as a video interview with Biz Markie after the jump. Purchase of the shoe will also get you a wristband granting access to Sunday’s BBQ festivities featuring food, entertainment and refreshments provided by Pabst Blue Ribbon, so get yours now while supplies last.
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It’s outdoor grillin’ season and Packer Shoes is teaming up with Pro-Keds to serve up a fresh dish of new PRO-Keds kicks, with Biz Markie as the host who boasts the most roast. Three colorways of the PRO-Keds 69er, green, black, and a Packer Shoes exclusive White, will release as part of this special three-way collaboration, and on June 26th, Packer Shoes will host a special Backyard BBQ with Biz Markie in attendance. Packer has been on top of the game when it comes to collab projects, so check out the complete flyer for full event information below and stick with Sneaker News for more information regarding this upcoming release.
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There’s no denying DJ Clark Kent‘s status as one of the biggest sneakerheads on the planet. Wonder who the other big-time sneaker-collecting celebrities are? DJ Clark Kent details the 10 biggest celebrity sneakerheads in this recent list at Complex.com, and the names on the list shouldn’t really surprise you. From those who have been rocking Nikes from way back like Biz Markie, to big-time fiends who have had the honor of having their own Nike shoe, this list is a nice read if you’ve ever wondered what big names in hip-hop have shared your penchant for rubber soles. Take a look at a sample of the Top 10 after the jump and hit up Complex.com to see Clark’s entire list!
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