Finally we have a detailed look at the upcoming Nike LeBron X Gold Medal Pack. The sneaker has a bright white upper with blue accents, a metallic gold swoosh and lacelock, finished off with a red outsole. Packaging consists of a white box decorated with gold lining and an inner cover depicting LeBron James. On the top of the box it reads “United We Rise”. A very nice package that truly captures the spirit of Team USA, but is it worth the $315 price tag? From Kenlu.
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Today we have a few more shots of the upcoming “Gold Medal” Nike Zoom KD IV. Created to celebrate KD and Team USA’s gold medal victory in the 2012 Olympics, this pair has a metallic gold upper with red accents and a speckled obsidian sole. They are expected to release in stores on September 29, and will most likely retail for $95. If you’d like to get a jump on the crowd, they are available here on eBay.
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With Team USA celebrating their second straight gold medal in the summer Olympics, you know Nike wouldn’t forget about Kevin Durant. KD hit a countless number of 3-pointers during the games, many of which made the difference between victory or defeat for Team USA. To celebrate both the team and Durant’s accomplishments, Nike has created this special “Gold Medal” version of the Nike Zoom KD IV. Most of the sneaker has been covered in metallic gold patent leather, while obsidian has been used on tongue, laces and speckled sole. A bright red swoosh on the strap is icing on the cake. The Gold Medal KD IVs will be available in stores on September 29, but if you’d like to skip the wait, they are available now on eBay through several sellers. Here’s a link to the search results. Click here for more pics and info.
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Nike Zoom KD IV (4)
Color: Metallic Gold/University Red-Obsidian-White (“Gold Medal”)
Style: 473679-702
Release: 09/29/2012
Price: $95.00
LeBron isn’t the only guy getting special gold medal shoes. After Team USA took the gold earlier today, Jordan Brand awarded Chris Paul with this special pair of gold medal Olympic Air Jordan 7s. Based on the Olympic colorway that we all know and love, this pair has received metallic gold on the upper. Here they hold CP3’s gold medal. Not likely, but let’s hope these receive a public release.
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Earlier, we got a look at the Nike LeBron Xs worn by LeBron James in the 2012 Olympics gold medal basketball game. Now that Team USA has secured the gold by beating Spain 107-100, Nike has deemed it safe to release photos of the Gold Medal Nike LeBron 10 (they actually released photos before the game ended). Created in similar fashion to the pair worn by LBJ during the gold medal game, this pair has received a metallic gold swoosh, representing Team USA’S victory. Here’s a press release and photos from Nike:
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LeBron James is continuing one of the most successful seasons by any individual player in basketball history. This success can be attributed to the relentless dedication he’s taken to perfecting his game over time.
Forged by time, heat and pressure, the diamond is a precious and unbreakable gemstone that provides design and metaphoric inspiration for the new LEBRON X. Worn by James in the final matchup on August 12, the LEBRON X is constructed for dynamic containment, impact protection, and responsiveness to assist one of the game’s most explosive players.
This year marks the tenth anniversary of LeBron James’ partnership with Nike Basketball and the release of the LEBRON X comes at another breakthrough moment for Nike Basketball’s performance innovation platform. As the first signature basketball shoe featuring Nike+ Basketball technology in select colorways it can track and measure performance, while an app provides feedback. The shoe also offers a lock-down fit, excellent cushioning on impact, and a lightweight fit and feel.
Combining four of Nike’s most advanced innovations, the shoe features the first full-length visible Nike Zoom unit, dynamic Flywire technology, Hyperfuse construction and Nike+ Basketball brings the shoe to a whole new level.
Stay tuned for more on the LEBRON X.
Team USA just clinched the gold medal in the 2012 Olympics today, beating Spain 107-100, and what better way for LBJ to debut the new LeBron X than by rocking a special Olympic version of the sneaker? It features a white upper, navy tongue, and matching navy and red sole. A red swoosh and the American flag have been placed on the sides, a perfect representation of Team USA. No word on a release date, but you can certainly expect these to be made available to the public.
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With so many hot sneakers planned for the 2012 Olympics, it should come as no surprise to hear that Nike has also conjured up a special Nike Air Foamposite One colorway for the summer games. Here’s a teaser pic, of what looks to me a metallic gold upper, most likely matched with black on top and of course , the icy clear sole. Stay tuned for more on this hot colorway.
