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December 2011

Nike Air Flow Voltage Cherry/Photo Blue

December 30, 2011
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Well into its 20′s now, the Air Flow is set to take the shoe world by storm when it returns in a handful of colorways next year. (And don’t forget about the Lunar-updated version, too.) And one of the first to hit will be this Nike Air Flow White/Voltage Cherry-Photo Blue, which sports blue on [...]

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Heads Up: Nike LeBron 9 ‘Freegums’ Releasing

December 30, 2011
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There aren’t a ton of drops set for this weekend, but this is a big one. The Nike LeBron 9 ‘Freegums’ release date is finally here, with the shoe, designed by Miami-based artist Alvaro Ilizarbe aka Freegums, set to hit stores tomorrow, December 31st. Featuring a largely black and white makeup with some contrasting red [...]

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Nike Zoom KD IV ‘Year of the Dragon’

December 30, 2011
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As we inch ever closer to Nike Zoom KD IV ‘Year of the Dragon’ release date, expected in January, today we get one of the more detailed preview so far. The YOTD borrows its inspiration from the sign of the Chinese zodiac that begins late next month, featuring a blue upper with tonal patterns (specifically [...]

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Air Jordan 2012 | More Unofficial Photos

December 30, 2011
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Despite their absolute prevalence in the below pictures, this is not a preview of decorative rings. Rather, it’s another look at the Air Jordan 2012, release date expected around February. As we’ve seen in past looks, the shoe sports a Flywire-based synthetic upper with leather (on this pair, anyway) overlays and, not just removable insoles, [...]

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Gold-Plated Nike Snowboarding Zoom Force 1 ‘American Eagle’

December 30, 2011
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Um … wow. This is the Complete Technique X Nike Snowboarding Zoom Force 1 ‘American Eagle,’ designed by Osamu Koyama of Complete Technique, a jewelry label. And yes, it’s an actual Nike Zoom Force 1 snowboarding boot in the center, surrounded by stylized gold plating. Nicknamed the ‘American Eagle,’ the design was inspired by some [...]

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Nike Manor | New Lifestyle Model

December 30, 2011
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Here’s our first look at another new model, the Nike Manor. A casual design seemingly targeted toward the lifestyle shoe segment, the Manor sports a plain suede upper — entirely bereft of a Swoosh — with tonal leather on the toe and moderately lighter leather around the collar. Finally, a vulcanized rubber sole, white, finishes [...]

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Video: ‘KobeSystem’ Infomercial Ad

December 30, 2011
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Do you have, among other things, filet mignon, flying cars and the ability to do rad skateboard tricks? Then you’re probably at the top (the very top) and don’t need anyone’s advice. But Kobe is hear to tell you that you need his. While I pretty much summed up the “KobeSystem” TV spot, it’s more [...]

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Nike Huarache 3 LX ‘Glo Pack’ Now Available

December 29, 2011
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If only it were socially acceptable to wear lacrosse cleats in everyday, off-field situations. The Nike Huarache 3 ‘Glo Pack’ is now available, about two weeks earlier than expected, and it’s an absolute can’t-miss for lacrosse players. The shoe — which sports external ankle wraps, stabilizing midfoot strap, molded cleats over the outsole and a [...]

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Jordan X Auto Clave Varsity Red/White

December 29, 2011
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Blending Jordan Brand’s athletic foundation with everyday style, the new Jordan X Auto Clave places an Air Jordan 10-inspired upper atop a casual autoclave sole unit. And for those who prefer a bit of flash, the first colorway goes for an entirely red look—upper and mid- and outsole. Hit the jump for a couple more [...]

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Johns Hopkins Lacrosse Gloves (Nike Vapor Elite)

December 29, 2011
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The Johns Hopkins lacrosse program is unarguably one of the most accomplished of all time, so it’s only fitting that they have some really cool school-exclusive gear. Check out the Johns Hopkins lacrosse gloves, a special edition Nike Vapor Elite glove colored in Columbia blue and featuring the Blue Jays’ avian logo on the wrist. [...]

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