John Kim 
The Sneaker News Weekly Buyer’s Guide is back this week with a whole new set of sneakers that just became available in stores, ready to picked cleanly from the shelves. In this hectic world of sneakers, it might be difficult to distinguish what’s new and what’s to come, so consider this Weekly Buyer’s Guide as a great resource if you’re looking to buy what’s hot NOW. This week’s selection features some big-name signature releases, like the two new House of Hoops exclusive Jordan Fly Wade colorways, to the more understated yet appreciated sneakers, like the new Vans May 2011 footwear releases. There are plenty more selections below so check out this week’s Sneaker News Weekly Buyer’s for some sneaker pick-up ideas!
Jordan Fly Wade
– Comet Red & Orion Blue colorways
– Lightest Jordan Brand basketball performance shoes
– Available in-store exclusively at House of Hoops locations
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Nike Air Griffey Max II
– Midnight Navy/Chlorine Blue colorway inspired by vintage Mariners uniforms
– Ken Griffey Jr. signature model
– Available now at Nike Sportswear retailers like Extra Butter
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Supra Vaider ‘Rasta Pack’
– ‘Rasta’ inspired colorways with yellow, red, and green
– Hemp material uppers and gum outsoles
– Available exclusively at Zumies
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adidas Fortitude Mid
– One of Sneaker News’ Top 30 Sneakers of 2010
– Rugged mesh material on upper toe-box
– Available now at Eastbay
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Nike Zoom Huarache TR Low
– Revamped Nike classic with Zoom Air and Torch
– White/Royal/Volt colorway a tribute to the original
– Available now on Eastbay
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New Balance 574
– Simple yet effect Grey/Charcoal colorway
– Classic silhouette that stands as a sneakerhead staple
– Available now at Finishline
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Vans May 2011 Footwear Releases
– Variety of new colorways in classic Vans models
– Luxurious materials combined with the ‘rebellious’ nature of skate shoes
– Available at Vans retailers like Premier
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Nike Zoom Kobe VI ‘Draft Day’
– Colorway paying tribute to the Charlotte Hornets
– Low-cut and lightweight construction
– Available early on eBay
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Nike Tennis Classic Grass/Clay Pack
– Age-old Nike silhouette redone in new colorways
– Special Grass/Clay graphic paying tribute to upcoming tennis season
– Available now at 21 Mercer and eBay
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Nike Air Max CB34
– OG White/Purple/Orange colorway
– Popular model from the 90’s Barkley signature line
– Available now at Premier and eBay
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RELEASING THIS WEEKEND
Jordan 6-17-23
– Hybrid model combining the Air Jordan VI and Air Jordan XVII
– Classic colorway from Jordan’s days as a Washington Wizard
– Releasing Saturday at Jordan Brand retailers
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Nike Zoom Kobe VI ‘Lightbulb’
– Colorway debuted during 2011 NBA Playoffs
– Yellow/Black upper with white outsole
– Releasing Saturday at Nike Basketball retailers
