Nike LeBron 9 Low ‘Summit Lake Hornets’

by Sir Lucas Leftfoot on 2012/05/16

Nike LeBron 9 Low 'Summit Lake Hornets'

So you were digging the Summit Lake Hornets-themed LeBron 9 that hit awhile ago, but wished the quantities of turquoise and purple were inverted? Then today is most certainly your day, as the Nike LeBron 9 Low Summit Lake Hornets hits stores soon, featuring a predominantly turquoise Hyperfuse upper, set off by purple accents and finished with some white and light grey. No word yet on a release date, but we’ll let you know. [click to continue…]

New Arkansas Uniform Teaser?

by Sir Lucas Leftfoot on 2012/05/16

New Arkansas Uniform

Are we looking at the new Arkansas uniform for the upcoming football season? (Current ones can be viewed here.) Well, due to the lack of additional images, and the less-than-gargantuan nature of this photo, it’s pretty difficult to say. If so, it would seem the Hogs are getting a big upgrade, adding an all black (or anthracite, maybe) alternate, an additional helmet (white), perhaps a new finish on the cardinal helmet, and a gradient-style fade in the numbers (like Arizona State wears). If this change is legitimate, is it for the better? (Feel free to hit me up if you’ve got additional information.) [click to continue…]

Nike Air Foamposite Pro Metallic Silver/Crimson-Black

More Foam news today, following up our teaser of the Gold Medal Foamposite One yesterday. The Nike Air Foamposite Pro Metallic Silver/Crimson-Black release date is scheduled for September 1st, and today we’ve got detailed looks at the shoe. Silver Foamposite piecing on the upper sits against black on the lace placket, tongue and collar, with contrasting crimson on the heel-tab and outsole, resulting in a clean, altogether unique look relative to most other Foamposites. Hit the jump for a few more shots, and stay tuned for plenty more on this one as September approaches. [click to continue…]

Nike Dunk High AC ‘Plaid’

by Sir Lucas Leftfoot on 2012/05/16

Nike Dunk High AC Plaid

It takes some creativity to keep a 25-year-old silhouette looking fresh. You’d think every design possibility would be exhausted, right? Apparently not, as Nike keeps churning out dope new takes on the timeless Dunk. This time it comes in the form of the Nike Dunk High AC Plaid, which takes a grey canvas upper with tonal detailing, adds in a classic AC-style white sole, and finishes the look off with a soft purple-based plaid liner and waxed boot-style laces. Plenty more shots under the cut, and stay tuned for US release info. [click to continue…]

Two Nike Ads Rank in 2012′s 20 Most Viral (So Far)

by Sir Lucas Leftfoot on 2012/05/16

2012 Most Viral Ads Include Two From Nike

AdWeek took a look at the top 20 most viral ads in 2012 so far and, coming as no surprise to anyone who has seen how engaging and unique the Swoosh’s output tends to be, two Nike ads are on the list, including one that placed in the top 10. [click to continue…]

Nike Air Royalty Mid Lite VT NRG

by Sir Lucas Leftfoot on 2012/05/16

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Another perfect pair for the summer, the Nike Air Royalty Mid Lite VT NRG is now hitting overseas retailers. Featuring a seamless Vac-Tech construction, the tonal upper is made of thing leather with oversized perforations to maximize breathability and give it a unique style. The premium leather sockliner is colored in a starkly contrasting tone, while a classic gum outsole finishes off the look. Available in very limited numbers, you can grab a pair at endclothing.co.uk now. [click to continue…]

Nike Free Kukini ‘Vivid Orange’

May 16, 2012
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The new Nike Free Kukini (or Kukini Free, if you prefer) places a Nike Free sole beneath the upper of the classic Air Kukini, which happens to be one of the most unique shoes Nike has ever done, so it seems a logical next step to splash eye-catching orange over the whole thing. The resulting [...]

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Nike Basketball Special Ops T-Shirts

May 16, 2012
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Celebrating several of the highest-profile players to make it to the NBA Playoffs, the new Nike Basketball Special Ops T-Shirts casts each as a cartoon-like combat-ready character. Here, check out the Kevin Durant and Rajon Rondo shirts, and hit NikeStore.com to grab either player, as well as LeBron, Kobe, Blake Griffin and Amar’e Stoudemire editions.

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Cole Haan LunarGrand Available Online

May 16, 2012
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The remarkable Cole Haan LunarGrand, the one that pairs the traditional style of brogue detailing and wingtip silhouette with cutting edge Lunarlon cushioning, is now readily available online. ColeHaan.com is stocking the shoe, with four colorways each in both men’s and women’s leather versions, and five colorways available in men’s suede. Retail is $248 in [...]

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Nike LeBron 9 ‘Sprite Nights’ Custom

May 16, 2012
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Take a look at the absurdly dope new Nike LeBron 9 Sprite Nights custom, done by renowned customizer Mache. Combining elements of the Sprite and Miami Nights LeBron 8s, the shoe sports shining stars over a royal and neon green paintjob, which is applied to a LeBron 9 iD with Foamposite wings. Hit the jump [...]

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