Air Jordan XX8 “Bamboo”

Despite being on the market for a full year now, Jordan Brand just might have another colorway of the Air Jordan XX8 up its sleeve. Images of this “Bamboo” pair just recently surfaced on Instagram, thanks to gc911. This pair comes equipped with an all-white perforated leather upper, with a beautiful wood grain-like finish on the heel. A matching white sole keeps the sneaker looking clean. No word yet on when, or if this pair will actually hit stores, but keep checking back for an update in the near future.

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Air Jordan XX8 SE “Dark Powder Blue”

Just like Infrared, Dark Powder Blue, once a color exclusive to only one sneaker, has now spread to other Air Jordan models. Here’s a detailed look at it’s latest subject, the Air Jordan XX8 SE. This pair has been reeceived the popular blue across the majority of its upper, complemented with a hint of Cool Grey. A black and white midsole supports the bright color palette, white blue and black laces complete the theme. The Dark Powder Blue Air Jordan XX8 SE releases on February 1. Retail price is $150.

Air Jordan XX8 (28) SE
Color: Dark Powder Blue/White-Cool Grey-Black
Style: 616345-408
Release: 02/01/2014
Price: $150.00

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Reminder: Nike Zoom Kobe VIII (8) Prelude Releases Tomorrow

Don’t forget, tomorrow marks the release of the Nike Zoom Kobe Prelude, the final sneaker in Nike’s art-inspired tribute to Kobe’s achievements. Featuring a black base with a psychedelic pattern on the upper mated to a gradient sole, this pair is easily the most creative of the series. They will release online at Nike.com at 8:00 am EST, retailing for $200. If you’d like to secure a pair, they are already available on eBay.

Nike Zoom Kobe 8 (VIII) Prelude
Color: Multi-Color/Volt-Chrome
Style: 639655-900
Release: 01/25/2014
Price: $200.00

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Air Jordan X (10) Retro Cool Grey/Infrared Release Details

We’re just a couple days away from the release of the Cool Grey/Infrared-Black Air Jordan 10 Retro, so here’s a little info to help make copping pair a little easier. They are scheduled to hit stores on January 25, but Footaction and Footlocker have implemented to the ticketing system, which continues through today (1/23). Selected ticket holders will receive a call tomorrow (1/24), and will be able to pick up their pair on release date. In addition, online retailers (Nike.com, Footaction.com, Finishline.com, etc) will release these at 8:00 a.m. EST. With a hot color combo like Cool Grey and Infrared, there are sure to move fast. If you want to save yourself some trouble, they are already available on both eBay and Amazon.

Air Jordan 10 (X) Retro
Color: Cool Grey/Infrared Black
Style: 310805-023
Release: 01/25/2014
Pric: $170.00

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Nike Zoom Kobe VII “Prelude” Still Available on eBay

Still trying to get your hands on a pair of the Prelude Kobe VIIs released last weekend? Just like every pair in this pack released so far, the Kobe VIIs sold out instantly. Luckily, quite a few pairs made it to eBay. They aren’t cheap, but a second chance is better than no chance at all. Here’s a direct link to the listings.

Nike Zoom Kobe 7 (VII) Prelude
Color: Cool Grey/Metallic Gold-Black
Style: 639692-001
Release Date: 01/18/2014
Price: $200.00

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Air Jordan 1 Retro “Infrared “23”

Infrared makes a bold statement on this new Air Jordan 1 Mid colorway. Black has been chosen as the primary color, but Infrared really steals the show, having been applied to the graphics, midsole, and laces as well. The end result is a surefire attention getter that will go well with just about any outfit. You can get these now at Sneaker Politics or online at eBay.

Air Jordan 1 (i) Mid
Color: Black/Infrared 23
Style: 554724-043

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Air Jordan VI (6) Retro “Carmine” New Images and Release Info

Finally, here’s some release info on one of 2014’s most anticipated releases, the Carmine Air Jordan VI. An original colorway, this marks the first solo re-release of the sneaker, having been previously included in 2008’s Air Jordan 6/17 Collezione pack. The Air Jordan 6 Retro Carmine will hit stores on May 24, retailing for $170 in mens sizes. All other sizes will be available as well.

Air Jordan 6 (VI) Retro
Color: White/Carmine-Black
Style: 384664-160
Release: 05/24/2014
Price: $170.00 – Men’s
$120.00 – Gradeschool
$75.00 – Preschool
$55.00 – Toddler
$45.00 – Infant

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Air Jordan 1 (I) Mid Nouveau “Bobcats”

Jordan’s recent Bobcats-themed releases just keep coming. This Air Jordan 1 Nouveau design makes full use of the team’s dark blue “away” theme, featuring a full navy suede upper and matching laces. The theme is completed thanks to a white and orange sole. You can get this colorway now at shops like Sneaker Politics.

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Air Jordan 3 (III) Retro “5Lab3”

Jordan Brand’s “Lab” series continues with the Air Jordan III 5Lab3. Taking design cues from the Air Jordan 5 in an interesting way, this colorway is completely covered in 3M reflective material, contrasted with black laces and a matching black and white sole. A beautiful translucent sole keeps your feet to the pavement, while black and silver laces add some daytime bling. No release date has been announced yet, but expect an update with more details in the next few weeks.

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Nike Air Max 90 ICE “Infrared”

Nike gives us another hot colorway of its latest Air Max 90 reincarnation known simply as “ICE”. Sporting a beautiful grey, white and black prism print, this pair makes use of translucent black on the upper and sole. Infrared serves as a supporting color, having been applied to the eyelets, sole, and heel logo. A release date has not yet been announced for this colorway, but keep checking back for more information.

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Air Jordan II (2) Retro – Black/Infrared-Cement

Rarely seen over the past several years, Jordan Brand has finally decided to give us a brand new colorway of the Air Jordan II. This pair makes use of black upper with Cement Grey surrounding the ankle and toe box ares, finished off with Infrared accents and matching graphics. It may not be the coolest colorway we’ve seen over the years, but it sure will be nice to see the Air Jordan 2 back in stores. They are currently scheduled for an April 12 release.

Air Jordan 2 (II) Retro
Color: Black/Infrared-Cement Grey
Style: 385475-023
Release: 04/12/2014
Price: $170.00

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Nike Air Tech Challenge II “Hot Lava”

It looks like Nike has big plans for the Nike Air Tech Challenge II this year, including the release of this Hot Lava colorway. In similar fashion to the Poison Green pair posted last week, this design sports a White base with black accents.A hint of grey can been seen on the strap and midsole, but Hot Lava is clearly the dominant color in this palette, having been applied to the tongue logo, swoosh, and splatter pattern on the side. The specifics remain unknown as to when this pair will drop, but expect to see them in fall or winter this year.

Nike Air Tech Challenge II
Color: White/Hot Lava-Black-Flat Silver
Style: 643089-160
Release: ??/??/2014

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Nike KD VI (6) “Aunt Pearl”

Here’s a detailed ook at the the “Aunt Pearl” Nike KD VI, this year’s tribute to Kevin Durant’s aunt, who passed away with breast cancer. This time, the sneaker sports a beautiful light pink flower print, contrasted with Photo Blue graphics and a matching tongue. A breast cancer awareness ribbon has been placed on the tongue, held in place with hot pink laces. There’s no word yet on when this colorway is scheduled to release, but an update with be provided once more information becomes available.

Nike KD VI (6)
Color: Light Artic Pink/Photo Blue-Vivid Pink
Style: 618216-600
Release: ??/??/2014
Price: $130.00

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Air Jordan X (10) Retro “Cool Grey” Pics and Release Info

Fans of Jordan Brand’s Cool Grey color now have a reason to drool over the Air Jordan X. This pair sports a beautiful Cool Grey suede leather upper, complemented with black up top and on the midsole. Another popular color, Infrared, has been applied to the outsole to help brighten up the color palette. Cool Grey and black join once again to create the sneaker’s checker patterned sock liner. The Cool Grey Air Jordan 10 is scheduled to drop on January 25, retailing for $170. If you’d like to grab a pair early, they are already available on eBay.

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Air Jordan 10 (X) Retro
Color: Cool Grey/Infrared-Black
Style: 310805-023
Release: 01/25/2014
Price: $170.00

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Air Jordan 1 Nouveau “Year of the Horse”

Jordan Brand rings in the Chinese new Year with the Year of the Horse Air Jordan 1. Featuring a shiny black leather base, this pair makes use of a number of colors, including blue laces, a burgundy swoosh, a hint of dark purple on the sides, and a multi-colored sock liner and tongue. The Year of the Horse symbol has been embroidered on the tongue in black. The YOTH Air Jordan 1

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