Air Jordan 12 (XII) Retro “Taxi” – Another Look

The release of the White/Black-Taxi-Varsity Red Air Jordan 12 is now just  a little more than a week away. Wrapped in white full grain leather up top and pebbled black leather on the bottom with a matching sole, this pair looks as good as its 1996 release. They are scheduled to hit stores on December 14, with a retail price of $170. Looking to grab a pair early? Head on over to eBay for a full size range.

Air Jordan 12 (XII) Retro
Color: White/Black-Taxi-Varsity Red
Style: 130690-125
Release: 12/14/2013
Price: $170.00

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Jordan 6 Rings “Gamma Blue” – New Images

Check out these fresh images of the upcoming “Gamma Blue” Jordan 6 Rings. It sports a black leather upper with Gamma Blue accents and a hint of Varsity Maize on the tongue logo and sock liner. Originally thought to be a kids exclusive, it turns out that this colorway will release in mens sizes also. They will hit stores on December 7, retailing at $160.

Jordan 6 Rings
Color: Black/Varsity Maize-Cool Grey-Gamma Blue
Style: 322992-089
Release: 12/07/2013
Price: $160.00

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Nike Air Max 90 Essential “Laser Pink”

Here’s a pink sneaker that even some of the guys will be drooling over. Many of you may remember the Laser Pink Nike Air Max 90 from 2010, but they’re back again for 2014. Starting with a white leather and mesh base, this pair makes use of grey and pink accents, finished off with a hint of concord. They won’t hit stores until January, but you can pre-order them now at End.

Nike Air Max 90 Essential
Color: White/Concord-Pink Glow
Style: 616730-104
Release: 01/??/2014

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Nike Zoom Kobe 1 Retro “Prelude”

Last week, we got a sneak peak at the upcoming “Wolf Grey” Nike Kobe 1 Retro, one of the first planned retro releases of Kobe’s first sneaker. Tonight have a look at another special colorway. Called the “Prelude”, this pair features a black leather upper which appears to be constructed of very high quality leather. A collage print covers the swoosh and heel areas. while carbon and icy clear rubber create the sole. Very little is known about this sneaker at the moment, but you can bet more info will be unveiled in the near future. Stay tuned for an update.

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Nike KD VI (6) EXT “Wheat” QS

Here’s a look and some release info on the “Wheat” Nike KD VI EXT, Kevin Durant’s first secondary sneaker. The pair comes covered in a beautiful light brown, matched with Raspberry Red accents on the sock liner and outsole. The sneaker comes with the option of either Gamma Blue or Raspberry Red laces, either of which will be hooped through its boot-style eyelets. The “Wheat” Nike KD 6 EXT will hit stores on Saturday, December 7, retailing for $130. If you’d like to get them early, most sizes are already available on eBay. Click here to see the search results.

Nike KD VI (6) EXT Gum QS
Color: Gum Light Brown/Raspberry Red-Gum Light Brown
Style: 639046-900
Release: 12/07/2013
Price: $130.00

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Nike Air Max 95 “Brave Blue”

The Nike Air Max 95 gets a deep blue treatment with this recently-released colorway. The entire upper has been wrapped in Brave Blue suede with the exception of matching mesh below the laces. White striped eyelets and a a matching tongue provide a nice contrast to the otherwise dark color scheme. The partially visible sole reveals a white Max Air unit. This pair is available now as a JD Sports exclusive. Here’s a direct link if you’d like to purchase them.

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Nike Kobe 9 (IX) Official Images

Today at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Nike finally unveiled Kobe Bryant’s next basketball sneaker, the Nike Kobe 9. The environment suits the occasion, as the Kobe 9 is truly a piece of art. Created with Kobe’s personality as inspiration, this pair marks a return to a high top cut for the Kobe lineup, and also introduces Nike’s Flyknit technology, usually seen on running sneakers. In addition, the sneaker also incorporates a Lunarlon sole and the previously used Flywire material. Carbon fiber has also been used on the heel for extra stability. The end result is a beautiful sneaker that minimizes weight without compromising strength or stability. The Kobe 9 Elite is scheduled to release on February 8. Stay tuned for more details.

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Nike Air Pegasus ’89 “Wolf Grey”

Wolf Grey continues to make its way through Nike’s many classic designs, and now the Nike Air Pegasus ’89 is the latest victim. Using the typical mesh and suede and mesh fabric selection, this pair comes with a Wolf Grey upper, contrasted with Photo Blue on the swoosh and ankle areas. Atomic Orange has been appied to the tongue logo and eyelets. This colorway is expected to release on December 20.

Nike Air Pagasus ’89
Color: Wolf Grey/Photo Blue-Atomic Orange
Style: 344082-048
Release: 12/20/2013

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Nike Air Max Tailwind 6 New Colorways

December brings us some hot new colorways of Nike’s latest Tailwind reincarnation, the Nike Tailwind 6. Featuring a full mesh upper and and brand new sole design, this new model is a guaranteed head turner. On December 5, both men and women will have the option of choosing between Purple, Lavender, Orange, Navy, Grey, Lime and Teal colorways.

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Nike Kobe VIII (8) “What the Kobe” Release Details

Planning to cop the “What the Kobe” Nike Kobe 8? Here’s some release info to make make obtaining a pair a little easier. The Nike Kobe 8 “What the Kobe” is scheduled to drop on Friday, December , retailing for $140. Select House of Hoops stores are implementing the ticketing procedures for a chance to purchase a pair. Tickets will be given out starting today, December 3 through through Wednesday, December 4. Notifications will be made on Thursday, December 5, via phone. In addition, the shoes will also be available on 12/6 online at Footlocker and Nike.com beginning at 8:00 a.m. EST. This sneaker is guaranteed to move fast. If you’d like to secure a pair, they are already available on eBay.

Nike Kobe VIII (8) System
Color: Electric Orange/Volt-Bright Crimson
Style: 635438-800
Release: 12/06/2013
Price: $140.00

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Air Jordan 1 Retro Mid – Black/Gym Red

If this year’s onslaught of Air Jordan 1 releases wasn’t enough for you, the folks at Jordan Brand are already gearing up for another round of hot colorways. This Air Jordan 1 Mid colorway takes some inspiration from the classic “Bred” high top design, but incorporates suede. Gym Red suede covers a large portion of the sneaker, with the inner panels consisting of black leather. A red sock liner and matching graphics keep the sneaker coordinated, while a set of fat striped black and red laces set this Air Jordan 1 apart from past black and red releases. A U.S. release date has not been announced yet, but it looks like the overseas site Urbanpeople is at least taking orders. Stay tuned for an update on this beautiful colorway.

Air Jordan 1 (I) Mid
Color: Black/Gym Red
Style: 554724-005
Release: ??/??/2014

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Nike Kobe VIII (8) System “SS”

“SS”? Typically on muscle cars, it stands for “Super Sport” Unfortunately, this special version of the Nike Kobe is no car. Perhaps is stands for “Super Snake” (like another car) or maybe “Super Star”. Created to bring in Christmas, this pair has received an almost reptilian-like upper, covered in Cool Grey scales which fade to a darker grey. Electric Green has been used on the scaled swoosh and outsole. Black accents allow the colors to blend in nicely, while a speckled misole does the rest. The Nike Kobe 8 System SS will hit stores on the day after Christmas, December 26. Retail price is $160.

Nike Kobe VIII (8) System SS
Color: Black/Electric Green-Cool Grey-Metallic Gold
Style: 639522-001
12/26/2013
Price: $160.00

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Nike Dunk High “Cherry Red”

Not everyone likes cherries, but it’s hard to resist this new Cherry Red Nike Dunk High colorway. Most of the upper has been wrapped in a beautiful Cherry Red suede fabric, with the exception of the midfoot, swoosh and tongue areas, which have all received 3M reflective material. A Cherry Red and grey sole has been mated to keep things flowing, and matching laces hold the sneaker together. You can get these now at Social Status.

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Nike Kobe VIII (8) “Green Glow” More Images and Release Info

Tonight we finally have some release info on the upcoming “Green Glow” Nike Kobe 8. Featuring a Green Glow version of the Kobe Pit Viper design, this pair has been accentuated with Laser Orange on the sock liner and midsole. A hint of Mineral Teal on the upper helps to even things out. It’s an incredibly bright colorway, but if breaking necks is your goal, this is the sneaker for you. The Green Glow Nike Kobe VIII will hit stores on December 20, retailing for $140.

Nike Kobe VIII (8) System
Color: Green Glow/Laser Orange-Mineral Teal
Style: 555035-304
Release: 12/20/2013
Price: $140.00

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Nike Air Tech Challenge Huarache “Cool Grey”

Cool Grey comes to the Nike Air Tech Challaenge with this new design. The upper pirmarily sports the popular Cool Grey, with a University blue using on the tongue and heel areas. A black print has been placed at the heel, while blue speckles add some excitement to the sole. This colorway will most like drop early in 2014.

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