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Air Jordan XIII (13) Retro “Grey Toe” 2014 Samples

After 18 years, it looks like Jordan Brand is finally giving the Air Jordan 13 “Grey Toe” a release it deserves. For those not aware, the Grey Toe 13s were planned as an original colorway during the model’s original release, … Continue reading

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Nike LeBron XI (11) Low “Polka Dot” Samples

Polka dots are typically reserved for dresses and boxer shorts, but this Nike LeBron XI Low sample proves that the vintage pattern can look good on a sneaker as well. This pair makes use of a hot pink and metallic … Continue reading

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Rare Air – Nike LeBron XI (11) Low “Championship”

The Miami Heat’s failure to win a third straight championship was disappointing to millions of fans. This list also includes LeBron’s biggest supporter, Nike, who went as fasr as pre-designing a “Championship” version of the Nike LeBron 11 Low. It … Continue reading

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Air Jordan XI (11) Retro – White/Columbia- Blue Black 2014 Sample (FINALLY)

After two years of disappointing rumors, it appears that 2014 will mark the inevitable return of the White/Columbia Blue-Black Air Jordan 11. Last released in 2000, the “Columbias” have been on the wish lists of sneakerheads for well over a … Continue reading

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Nike Air Foamposite One “Black Suede” Sample

Another all-black Nike Air Foamposite model comes our way, but this time with suede. Yep, that’s right, this pair features a full suede upper, something never before seen on a Foamposite model. Completely wrapped in black, it gives the sneaker … Continue reading

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Air Jordan 11 Retro “Bred Nubuck” Samples

What?! Nubuck on an Air Jordan 11? Yep, you read it right. Here’s a look at a sample pair of Black/True Red-White Air Jordan 11s, which have been received nubuck suede in favor of the traditional patent leather. There’s no … Continue reading

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Rare Air: Air Jordan 1 Retro “Canyon Purple” Unreleased Samples

We’ve already seen a large number of Air Jordan 1 releases this year, but as usual some designs just didn’t make the final cut.  This Black/Canyon Purple colorway is a perfect example. This pair has a shiny Black and purple … Continue reading

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Rare Air – Nike Zoom Kobe III (3) “Tile Posite” Unreleased Samples

Check out this Nike Zoom Kobe III sample, most likely created while the sneaker was still in its prototype stages. Instead of the netted upper that we received on the production version, this sample features a type of mesh fabric, … Continue reading

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Rare Air: Air Jordan III Retro White/Orange Samples

Back in 2007, Jordan Brand graced us with a number of beautiful Air Jordan III colorways, including the Fire Reds and Flips. With so many releases in one year, it should come as no surprise that a few ideas didn’t … Continue reading

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Rare Air: Nike Air Foamposite Pro “Pearl” 2010 Sample

Last year, Nike planned to bring the “Pearl” Foamposite Pro back to stores, but with a slight difference. The gorgeous pearl white Foamposite upper and black eyelets remain the same, but the swoosh has been molded peal white to match. … Continue reading

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Rare Air: Air Jordan VIII 3-Peat Samples

This isn’t your usual pair of OG Black/Varsity Red Air Jordan VIIIs. While the majority of the upper may look just like the actual release, a special tongue logo was designed for these, which features a gold Jumpman logo in … Continue reading

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Rare Air: Air Jordan IX Retro White/Pearl Blue Sample

You may remember that back in 2002, Jordan Brand gave us a low top White/Pearl Blue-Carolina colorway. It looks like they may have also considered releasing these in high top form instead. This is a sample version of the high … Continue reading

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Rare Air: Air Jordan 1 Retro “Future Sole” Sample

Remember the Future Sole Air Jordan 1 from 2009? It was a special collaboration between Future Sole and Jordan Brand, and was extremely difficult to obtain, as only 55 pairs were released, all given to the friends and family of … Continue reading

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Rare Air: Air Jordan XIII Silver Anniversary Sample

While the Air Jordan Silver Anniversary series was short-lived due to poor sales, Jordan Brand did manage to create special samples of each and every Air Jordan model. Here’s a look at the Air Jordan XIII release that never happened. … Continue reading

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Rare Air: Nike Air Yeezy Glow in the Dark Sample

What’s hotter than Nike Air Yeezys? Glow the Dark Yeezys, of course. That’s exactly was seen on the feet of Nike designer Tiffany Beers at the unveiling of the Nike Mag 2011 premier, held at Nike Sportswear at the Montalban … Continue reading

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