Matt Varga We’ve made the claim before, but it really does feel like for hardcore fans of the label, the Nike SB roster is in a better place than every. The hype around Nike SB Dunks has finally subsided to pre-2020 levels, and a healthy roster of signature shoes adds some inline options for those who wear their kicks for more than fashion. A significant player in the later category is the Nike SB Leo Baker, always wearing its namesake proudly, now stepping in with a sensible navy & gum look.
If this is your first time laying eyes on the skateboarding silhouette, don’t be mistaken — there have been plenty of opportunities for the Beaverton creative team and Baker to get experimental or wear lofty inspiration. However, with a look like this, it’s a case of “less is more.” The everlasting combination of navy and jet black meshes well once again on the mixed media composition of the SB Leo, while the speckled gum sole underfoot proves a Midas touch in this realm once again. Even if you’re not part of the sport yourself, the extra padding and simplified sole unit that run throughout the Nike SB category, defining this model as well, always makes for an accessible everyday option, especially this case with the palette on offer here.
The Nike SB Leo Baker “Navy/Gum” will more than likely release in the coming weeks in unisex sizing, commanding a $110 retail price once it does.
