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Nike Sportswear championed the whole sneakerboot movement dating back to a couple of Fall/Winter seasons ago, but it wasn’t until the Swoosh brought back their iconic Nike ACG imprint that things started to get truly serious. The Nike Mowabb retro might not have caught the attention it deserved (perhaps the high price point was to blame) but that Tinker Hatfield creation was simply overshadowed by the likes of the Nike ACG Lupinek Flyknit. Today we get a look at the latest colorway from the weather resistant Flyknit offering, as a subtle tonal “Tan” look will arrive at retailers on November 3rd for $300 USD.

We already know that the Nike Lupinek Flyknit will be releasing in upcoming “Triple Black” and “Cargo Khaki” colorways on the same day, but the Tan aesthetic takes on a slight variation from the regular color blocking thanks to an off-white Flyknit base and tan accents on the premium leather ankle collar and durable mudguard.

The Swoosh even updated the Nike Lupinek Flyknit with a memory foam collar and Nike Free-inspired SFB outsole which now comes standard in all Lupinek releases. Both men’s and women’s sizes will drop on November 3rd so be on the lookout for this premium Nike ACG lifestyle offering to land at select retailers and on Nike.com.

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Last week the NBA season got underway, but Los Angeles Lakers fans felt a feeling of emptiness since this was the first time in 20 years that the team entered a season without Kobe Bryant. So that probably means that his signature sneaker line with Nike is over, right? Nope.

Nike took to the time today to officially introduce Kobe Bryant’s latest signature shoe, the Nike Kobe A.D. Kobe Bryant?s first post-retirement signature silhouette continues a legacy of lightweight, low-profile on-court footwear. Combining a Zoom Air unit in the heel, Lunarlon foam in the midsole and a minimal rubber outsole (with micro-tread traction), the shoe provides responsive, flexible cushioning and maximum court feel. A breathable mesh upper with incorporated Dynamic Flywire, ensures lock down for quick changes of direction toward the basket or to cover an opponent.

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We’ve already seen a number of Nike KD 9 PEs throughout the pre-season and the first week of the regular season, but we’re excited to see the numerous Golden State-themed colorways to follow throughout the year. The college basketball season is on the horizon too, and this upcoming November release of the Nike KD 9 Game Royal would fit perfectly into the Duke Blue Devils and Kentucky Wildcats PE rotation. We’ve already seen Coach K’s squad laced up with both a “Duke Home” and “Duke Away” KD 9, but can you think of any other NCAA squads that would benefit from this near-all-blue colorway?

The Nike KD 9 Game Royal utilizes the premium bolstered Flyknit construction with a marbled royal blue and black woven aesthetic throughout. A contrasting white Swoosh hits the side panel while an electric blue midsole nearly camouflages the visible 3/4 Zoom Air technology. The lining hits in a stark black to contrast. What do you think of the look?

Check out more official images of this upcoming KD 9 release below and be on the lookout for this pair to hit global retailers and Nike.com on November 23rd for $150 USD.

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How many new styles of the Nike Presto can Nike Sportswear think of? The early 2000s running model has been as popular a retro from the Swoosh as any given its forward-thinking design, unique cage overlay, and a plethora of colorways with prints and graphics included. Of course, Flyknit had to be included in a revamp as did a weather-resistant upper and additional zippers for a more high-fashion aesthetic spearheaded by the folks over at ACRONYM. Today we get a look at one more overhaul in the Nike Presto Extreme.

The Nike Air Presto Extreme goes fully cage-less and instead opts for a new midfoot strap similar to the one found on the Nike Kyrie 2. The wrap-like midfoot section splits the shoe in half where a traditional neoprene toecap contrasts a bolstered ventilated sports mesh on the heel. The slip-on construction stays as does the original midsole and outsole unit. So far, we only have this Black/White colorway to show off courtesy of Inflammable, but we’re excited to see what other colorways are headed our way. What do you think of the Nike Presto Extreme?

Stay tuned for more updates regarding this new Nike Presto model right here on Sneaker News. Release date info coming in the near future.

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Today, Nike officially unveiled the Kobe AD, the first post-retirement shoe for Kobe Bryant. Unlike other Black Mamba-branded performance basketball models like the Venomenon line, the Kobe A.D. is indeed considered a signature shoe. Technically, you’re looking at the Kobe 12, but Nike is doing away with the numbered system and the Kobe 11 is the last numbered signature shoe you’ll see from the Black Mamba – for now.

It’ll take some getting used to because every other signature line in history has progressed by way of numbered volumes, but with Kobe as the centerpiece, it shouldn’t be too much of an adjustment. It’s also a clever way to differentiate from the pool of signature shoes that currently populate the basketball market. This new development also leaves us to imagine what Nike will call the Kobe A.D. shoe after this installment, or what a Flyknit-laden “Elite” model could look like!

The Nike Kobe AD will release on Nike.com and Nike SNKRS on November 22nd with an MSRP $160.

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The latest Nike model to rock the “Nai Ke” branding is none other than the Nike Cortez. This special edition version of the Cortez comes dressed in a classic White and Red color scheme with a pop of Blue appearing on the medial side Nike Swoosh stripes. The ?Nai Ke? Chinese characters are found on each heel to complete the China-themed Nike sneaker. Said to be a quickstrike and China exclusive, the shoes are set to drop on November 9th. Do you wish these had dropped in the states? Let us know in the comments below.

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Nike is paying homage to the Nike Air Force 1 once more. This time around the ad is centered around the winter-ready Nike Special Forces AF1, also known as the Nike Special Field Air Force 1.

Nike has gathered five of their athletes: Draymond Green, Paul George, Anthony Davis, DeMarcus Cousins, and Isiah Thomas, to help put some attention on this new model. The Nike Special Field Air Force 1 manages to blend technical performance with high fashion luxury. The one of a kind AF1 comes dressed in a full-grain leather upper, ripstop ballistic nylon, and adjustable ankle straps that also serve as handles for the Special Field toe bag that also comes with the shoe. A special hidden feature on the shoe includes the hidden compartment on the tongue even that give you an extra pocket for private storage. The Nike Special Field AF1 will release in two men?s colorways: Faded Olive and Black/Gum. The women will also get two colorways to choose from: Light Bone and Golden Beige. All pairs will be releasing on November 5th via the Nike SNKRS App and at select retailers. The all-white colorway you see above is said to be an exclusive to Complex Con on November 5th and 6th. Check out the full teaser trailer above. Thoughts on the shoe? Let us know in the comments below

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Nike continues to turn some of our favorite Nike Sportswear silhouettes into sneakerboots with one of the latest being the Nike Air Presto. Known for its low top cut and neoprene construction, Nike has now made the Air Presto taller and tougher than ever.

Known as the Nike Air Presto Mid Utility, this modified version of the classic runner features the same Presto bottom, with the addition of synthetic uppers, double zippers, OG caging and a few other details that were found on the OG. This pair above comes covered in Cool Grey throughout the majority of the upper with black and white detailing throughout.

Grab a pair now at select Nike accounts this week (November 3rd) for $140.

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Author’s Take

At first I wasn’t really feeling the this Air Presto Mid Utility, but the more I see it the more I like it. I’d like to see these in person and see how they feel on my feet.

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Nike Skateboarding continues to celebrate the joy of purchasing a brand new pair of shoes and all of the different colors their boxes were dressed up in over the years with yet another Nike SB Dunk colored up to represent Nike SB’s cardboard. The Nike SB Dunk High Purple Box has quite the familiar aesthetic though, as the entire look is undeniably similar to the iconic MF Doom Dunks (a pair that also came in the black and purple box that this pair alludes to).

Whether it’s the high-contrast white 3M reflective piping throughout, the subtle hint of premium ostrich leather on the side panels, and the touches of suede, the Nike SB Dunk High Purple Box pays homage to MF Doom’s collaboration or at least is inspired by it. If only we could get a proper retro in the near future. You don’t have to wait for this premium Nike SB Dunk High pair to arrive at retailers either. Find your size now on eBay. Full release details coming in the near future.

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Last week Nike unveiled this year’s Doernbecher Freestyle Collection which will be releasing on December 17th and features the Air Jordan 7 and Nike Kyrie 2, among others.

It was reported by the Portland Business Journal that a total of $1.2 million was raised for the OHSU Doernbecher Children?s Hospital last Friday via auctions and private donations. Nike also presented Doernbecher Hospital with a check for $1.6 million that was raised from the 2015 Doernbecher collection.

In the 13 total years that the program has been in existence, the program has now raised more than $16 million for the Portland hospital. What pair will you be trying to get your hands on come December 17th? Let us know down below.

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Nike returns with new colorways of the Air Max 1 Ultra Flyknit for the Fall season.

The latest pair seen above features a colorful Ocean Fog and purple Flyknit upper with College Navy detailing on the ankle and the Swoosh branding. Additional hits of purple have then been added on the Flywire detailing. A white Ultra sole unit completes the look on the simple but vibrant colorful of the Air Max 1 Ultra Flyknit that can be purchased at select Nike retailers now for $160.

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Author’s Take

I still want to get my hands on a pair of the Air Max 1 Ultra Flyknit. I’ve heard lots of good things about the shoe. This looks more like a women’s colorway though so I’ll continue to wait.

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What? Y’all thought he was finished? No Kobe, no problem! Earlier today, Nike introduced the first post-retirement Kobe Bryant signature shoe, the Nike Kobe A.D. As far as our understanding goes, the Kobe A.D. is set to be the next main signature shoe for Kobe. In other words, this could also be known as the Nike Kobe 12. Take a good look at the shoe above and just know that Kicks on Fire is currently at the Nike launch event in Los Angeles. Be sure to follow us on IG to check our IG stories to get a good look at what the launch event is all about. More details are soon to follow. First thoughts on the shoe? Let us know in the comments below.

Early reports suggest that the shoe could be releasing on November 21st with a retail price set at $160.

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Author’s Take

It definitely looks like a Kobe. Don’t know much about the tech specs, but aesthetically, it looks solid.

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Fall is in full force and we now have a release date to report to you for the Nike Air Griffey Max 1 Wheat.

Dressed in the “it” color scheme of the season, this Air Griffey Max 1 has been given the wheat look as the entire upper of the sneaker gets covered in a sandy suede material that is accompanied by a white midsole and a gum outsole.

Even though the shoe has already began popping up at select retailers, it will be arriving on nike.com on November 23rd for $150.

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Author?s Take

There?s been a couple colorways of the Air Griffey Max 1 that I?ve sort of liked, but this is easily the best one yet. That sandy suede upper looks real nice on this shoe.

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Nike has just released two new colorways of the Nike Air Max Zero and they’re both perfectly suited for the Fall season.

Coming dressed in your choice of Cool Grey or Binary Blue, both pairs come equipped with a woven mesh upper, taped panels for durability, and a cored out midsole unit for added comfort and a lightweight feel. Tonal branding and matching sole units complete the look on both of these Air Max Zeros that can be purchased at select retailers, including nike.com, now for $150 each.

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Author’s Take

Both pairs are clean and nicely suited for the Fall. I prefer something with some more color and contrast though.

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Introducing Kobe Bryant’s first post-retirement sneaker, the Nike Kobe AD. Kobe’s illustrious career came to a close with one of the most signature Black Mamba moments possible – putting up 60 points including the go-ahead bucket in his final win at the Staples Center. Nike Basketball kept that in mind when crafting his latest silhouette, one that defines the “Mamba Mentality” through a low-profile model with micro-tread traction and a new Lunarlon foam midsole.

The Nike Kobe A.D. also features a flashy iridescent heel plate with a hidden Zoom Air unit that’s sure to warrant some attention for added stability and protection while a new mesh upper is aided by lockdown support through additional Dynamic Flywire. The debut colorway takes on a similar “Battle Grey” colorway for the season’s opening months while white branding allows for the magnificent heel construction to stand out.

?Even though I am not on the court every day, there are people around the world who are helping to keep the ?Mamba Mentality? alive,? Kobe Bryant said regarding his latest Nike Kobe AD model. ?I have seen it in basketball, football and with everyday individuals who are working to be better and are committed to being great.?

The Nike Kobe AD will arrive at select retailers and on Nike.com on November 21st for $160 USD. Check out more official photos below and let us know what you think of the Black Mamba’s first post-retirement shoe by taking your thoughts to the comments section.

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