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Theres An Air Jordan 11 Wool Releasing This Holiday Season And It Wont Be Cheap
By SoleInsider
The Air Jordan 11 Space Jam won’t be the only Air Jordan 11 releasing during the 2016 Holiday season. There will also be a wool covered Air Jordan 11 hitting retailers to go along with the Air Jordan 3 and Air Jordan 12 that we’ve already seen from this wool collection.
There are no images just yet of the Air Jordan 11 Wool but it is believed to be constructed with a full wool upper and is expected to retail for a whopping $400.
Jordan Brand Revives Shattered Backboard For The Air Jordan 31
By SoleInsider
The Air Jordan 1 “Shattered Backboard” has been a surprising fan-favorite thanks to a combination of premium materials and an interesting backstory that few people knew about before the colorway released. Now Jordan Brand is reviving the colorway for its latest Air Jordan 31, as the Jordan 31 Shattered Backboard will release on October 1st for $185 USD.
We’ve seen Carmelo Anthony preview the upcoming Air Jordan 1 Reverse Shattered Backboard, a more “Chicago” like color blocking when compared to its predecessor which used the Jordan 1 Black Toe as a blueprint. Here the Air Jordan XXX1 showcases its lifestyle sensibilities with an outsole that’s somewhere in between Sail and Gum on the color spectrum. The upper utilizes that signature Starfish Orange shade on the bolstered leather heel while a black midsection hides a Swoosh to match the Jumpman branding.
What do you think about the Jordan 31 Shattered Backboard? Be sure to check out more detailed shots thanks to NikeTalk user toneboi76 and stay tuned for more Jordan release dates right here on Sneaker News.
The Air Jordan XVI is making a comeback in the near future, and now we have word that the retro will retail at $250 USD. This “Midnight Navy” colorway was almost retroed in 2014 but Jordan Brand decided to hold off for some unknown reason. It’s one of the many post-Bulls retros that fans of the 21st Century Jordan wave are patiently waiting for, but how do you feel about this Jordan 16 colorway?
The Air Jordan 16 “Midnight Navy” is finely crafted with a premium white tumbled leather upper including the replaceable protective shroud. It’s worth noting that the recent Air Jordan 17 “Copper” retro was also available at retailers for $250 USD but lacked the additional overlay. So is the latest Air Jordan XVI “Midnight Navy” retro a good deal in your opinion?
Check out more photos of this upcoming Jordan 16 after the break (the photos are from the 2014 sample that didn’t make it to retail shelves) and stay updated on the latest Jordan release dates right here on Sneaker News.
This Air Jordan 5 which is suggested to pay tribute to the recent 31st Olympiad in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is expected to make its official debut soon.
Evoking the celebratory medals as its defining theme, in particular, third place — the bronze element is prominent across its tongue and distinctive shark teeth component across its midsole. Composed of leather and synthetics in deep navy across its upper, the sneaker is rounded out with a white midsole unit and translucent icy blue outsole.
Retailing for $190, you can purchase it at select JB and Nike retailers starting Saturday, September 24th.
Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 5 Bronze launch page now for more images, info and release details.
Closer Views Of The Air Jordan 31 Shattered Backboard
By SoleInsider
After Russell Westbrook gave us a sneak peek, our first look at the Air Jordan 31 Shattered Backboard in its entirety is now revealed.
As its official moniker suggests, this particular colorway on the basketball sneaker is simply inspired by the popular Air Jordan 1 ?Shattered Backboard”, a nod to MJ’s infamous dunk back in 1985 which simply shattered the backboard.
The sneaker is essentially draped in a similar color scheme, with black and orange dominant across its woven and synthetic leather upper, alongside pops of white utilized for the faded swoosh. In addition a ?Shattered Backboard? graphic is evident on the inner tongues to further coordinate with its respective, while it’s topped off by gum rubber translucent outsoles.
Retailing for $185, you can expect to find this standout pair at select JB and Nike accounts starting October 1st.
The model has been rendered in appealing colorways so far and this is another solid option to come. This pair might be the best one so far, maybe because of the gum bottom.
WWE Kicks: TJ Perkins Wins The First Cruiserweight Classic Rocking The Air Jordan XXX1 USA
By SoleInsider
TJ Perkins shocked the wrestling world when he became the winner of the first-ever WWE Cruiserweight Classic on Wednesday night, a 32-man tournament that aired throughout the summer on the WWE Network. The Filipino-American worked double duty in the finale, defeating both tourney favorite Kota Ibushi in the semifinal in an instant classic and Gran Metalik in the championship round. And in another surprise (because WWE lives for this stuff), Perkins not only takes home the trophy, but a newly introduced Cruiserweight Championship. Perkins will be bringing that title with him to Monday Night Raw when the new Cruiserweight Division debuts next week.
While Perkins is a relative unknown to most casual wrestling fans (the CWC was my first exposure to him and most of the wrestlers in the tourney), he is an 18-year veteran who started at a very young age and traveled all around the world honing his craft in various promotions. He is also known for having a colorful set of gear that’s complimented by basketball kicks. Most recently he’s been wearing various colorways of the Nike Kobe 9 Elite, including the Hero, Gold and What The. But for the finale he broke out the Air Jordan XXX1 USA to match his Philippines-inspired gear. Because get it? He’s Filipino-America… Ok, I’ll stop…
SOLEFLY Teases Upcoming Jordan Brand Collaboration With Footage From 1997 World Series
By SoleInsider
Playoff baseball is almost here, and it looks like Miami sneaker shop SoleFly is ready to celebrate with an Air Jordan collab celebrating their local World Series history. Following up their recent Jordan Eclipse collab, today the shop sent out a teaser clip on their Twitter account, featuring some footage from shortly after the Florida Marlins (now the Miami Marlins) won their first MLB championship in 1997. No word yet on what Jordan model will be utilized for what we assume will be a Marlins black and teal colorway, so stay tuned for further details.
Have you had the chance to take a look at the brand new upcoming Jordan Future Boot creation. Inspired by the Jordan Future lifestyle shoe that dropped a while back, Jordan Brand creates a boot version of the lifestyle model. Dropping this Fall/Winter season, here’s our latest look at the boot.
Coming with an upper constructed to weather resistant, the boot comes in Black or Burgundy. The woven-like construction also comes with 3M reflective hits placed on the boot laces. Below you will find an Air Jordan 11 inspired sole unit to help give it some of that lifestyle flare. Does this have potential to be a dope release, or is this a complete flop?
via: Champs Sports
Author’s Take
If this is Jordan Brand’s response to the Yeezy Boot, they failed, and this is coming from someone who isn’t a fan of the Yeezy Boost. Come on Jordan Brand, are you for real?
A Premium Quilted Leather Upper Highlights The Air Jordan 4 Premium Obsidian
By SoleInsider
The Air Jordan 4 receives the look of luxury once again this weekend with the release of the Premium Obsidian colorway.
Looking at this luxurious colorway of the Air Jordan 4 we see that it is constructed out of a premium quilted leather all throughout the upper that has been paired up with rose gold detailing on the waffle eyelets and the detailing on the heel tab. A white sole unit wraps things up on this lifestyle inclined pair of 4s.
Look for this Air Jordan 4 at select Jordan Brand retailers on September 17th for $400.
Click and bookmark our official Air Jordan 4 Premium Obsidian launch page now for more images, info and release details.
Can you believe that Chris Paul already has 9 signature shoes with Jordan Brand?! Time flies, huh? Chris Paul has been in the NBA since 2005 and this upcoming 2017 season he will be wearing signature shoe #10. Today we get our first unofficial look at the Jordan CP3 X.
The first thing I notice on the shoe’s design is the swirl embossed print placed on the lateral sides of the shoe. Right in front of the said design is a large Jumpman used as the only source of (visible) branding. The design on the overlay is made out of a ribbed synthetic overlay which also extends down to the midsole. The speckling breaks up the tonal look, while Dynamic Flywire cables are also used for added stability. The rest of the shoe appears to be made out of a Jacquard woven construction to give the model a lightweight feel. Stay tuned to find out when the Jordan CP3 X get an official release date.
Official Images Of The Air Jordan 1 High Grove Green
By SoleInsider
Are you in the mood to pick up an Air Jordan 1 High with patent leather upper? We’ve got just the pair for you. Here are the official images of the upcoming Air Jordan 1 High Grove Green.
Constructed out of both patent leather and crackling leather, the shoe boasts a clean Green and Black motif. Jumpman branding appears on the heel and tongue, while Wings branding can be seen on the collar and surprisingly, “ANTIGRAVITY MACHINES” can be spotted inside the tongue. A White midsole and Green outsole complete the look. No word on when these will drop, but expect them to do so in the near future.
via: Nike
Author’s Take
The shoe looks flashy and trendy due to the patent leather hits. Not opposed to the construction, but I’d rather see it done in another colorway.
Melo Gives Us An On-Feet Look At The Air Jordan 1 High Shattered Backboard Alternate
By SoleInsider
Although it’s still unclear whether or not the Air Jordan 1 High Shattered Backboard Alternate will be releasing to the public, we do know that actual pairs exist and that Carmelo Anthony has his very own.
Carmelo Anthony recently attended a rag and bone event at New York Fashion Week. He was sitting front row wearing an Orange shirt that matched perfectly with the Air Jordan 1 High Shattered Backboard Alternate that was the talk of discussion when it made its debut online last week. This version of the Jordan 1 also rocks the Shattered Backboard color scheme, the only difference is that it comes with more of a dominant Orange upper when comparing it to the original pair. The leather construction and quality also appears to be very similar to the original pair, but we can’t really confirm that since we’ve yet to see a detailed look at the shoe. If the shoe does end up releasing, there are rumors saying that it could do so as early as next month. Is this a cop or drop? Let us know in the comments below.
images: by Andrew Toth/Getty Images via Zimbio h/t: NK
Author’s Take
Seeing them on-feet really makes me reconsider picking up a pair. I was okay with passing on these (if they release), but I may have to think twice now that I’ve gotten a better look at them.
The Air Jordan 4 Premium Ginger Just Got A Release Date
By SoleInsider
Over the last couple of weeks we’ve gotten a few different looks at a new colorway of the Air Jordan 4 that looks to have taken inspiration from the Timberland boot. We’ve seen lots of pictures ,but no release date.
We have now found out that this premium colorway of the Air Jordan 4 will be releasing next month. This Air Jordan 4 comes dressed with a premium leather upper done in a wheat/ginger hue along with leather laces and quilted insoles to provide the lifestyle/premium look. A gum outsole has been added for a finishing touch.
Expect the Air Jordan 4 Premium Ginger to release on October 29th for a hefty price tag of $400. Will you cop?
The Fine Print: How Michael Jordans Autograph Changed Through The Years
By SoleInsider
It’s the most desirable basketball autograph dead or alive. Sure, you could make the argument that the creator of the sport of basketball Dr. James Naismith might be worth a pretty penny (and it is) or legends that are no longer with us like Wilt Chamberlain might command a slight premium (and it does) simply because the supply isn’t there, but make no mistake about it, Michael Jordan is still the signature to have and probably always will be.
One could make the argument that autographs don’t mean as much as they used to in this day and age when getting selfies with a celebrity is probably more meaningful (and provide a “receipt” that yes, you did place your phone up in the air to snap an awkward photo with a famous person), but having that piece of history is still pretty cool especially if you can hang it up on a wall to display in your house. God knows I’m not printing and framing my picture with Zach Randolph where we both give the thumbs up inside the JW Marriott at LA Live. Yes, that actually happened and I think it was Kosta Koufus took the picture…
Anyways, getting that elusive Michael Jordan autograph, whether it’s on a trading card or a sneaker or a basketball, is the holy grail of basketball memorabilia collectors. Even though Jordan has signed his name millions of times at this point, the public still can’t get enough of his “M” followed by a few squiggly lines then a “J” followed by even more squiggly lines.
Nike
With the upcoming release of the Air Jordan XXX1 Fine Print celebrating MJ’s beginnings with Nike and the “Love Of The Game” clause on his contract, here’s a look at how Jordan’s signature has evolved through the years.
Middle School (aka Keep It Simple)
High School
Young MJ apparently wrote this long note to a high school friend named Todd Parker and he was in MJ’s words, “the toughest white boy in the state.” Yeah, MJ was already talking that smack at an early age.
College
You would think that it would be harder to sign on a basketball than on a program, but Jordan’s signature is way more readable on the ball. He also used to write “Best Wishes” on a lot of his older signatures, probably before he got hounded by kids and opportunistic resellers who wanted a piece of him.
Rookie Year
The Famous Signed Nike Air Ship
Signed Check From 1989
Not sure if I could cash a check from MJ that’s worth less than a thousand dollars and even then that would be tough…
The 1990s MJ Signature
When Upper Deck started including signed trading cards of Jordan in their products, it changed the memorabilia game and it changed how MJ signed his stuff BECAUSE THERE WAS SO MANY TO SIGN.
Inscribed Shoe
The Famous Flu Game Shoes
The Modern MJ Signature
From “M” and “J” with squiggly lines to “M” and “J” and a line after each letter…
First Look At The Chris Pauls 10th Jordan Shoe, The Jordan CP3 X
By SoleInsider
Chris Paul has his fingerprints all over a game when he’s running the point guard position. He’s one of the few true and through point guards left in the NBA, but will it be enough to get the Clippers past the second round this season? Jordan Brand has been working with CP3 on his latest and greatest signature model, the big number 10 – a feat that’s only been accomplished by Carmelo Anthony in the Jumpman lineup. Today we get our first look at the Jordan CP3.X, a strange experimental design that’s sure to leave a polarizing effect on many.
For starters, the Jordan CP3 X features a crazy swirling overlay that also serves as the shoe’s midsole unit. The ribbed synthetic overlay is marbled with speckles and Jumpman branding while Dynamic Flywire cables link it to the lacing system. What looks to be a Jacquard woven upper adds a lightweight, breathable ride to the CP3 10. You can start the “Knicks” rumors now too, as dreams of Team Banana Boat in the coming years comprised of Carmelo Anthony, LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Paul is triggered through a royal upper, black overlay, and orange branding accents.
What do you think of Chris Paul’s 10th model with Jordan Brand? Catch more of the Jordan CP3 X after the break and stay tuned for more updates right here on Sneaker News.
