Nike, adidas, and Jordan are the three most important brands when it comes to sneaker culture. When it comes the running, they’re almost irrelevant. Over 2.5 million people ran half or full marathons over the last year and among those serious runners, the go-to brands aren’t the Swoosh, Jumpman (which barely has an imprint in running), or three stripes, but Brooks (the leader), ASICS (the runner-up), and Saucony (in third place). Those three brands make up over half the U.S. running shoe market, which brought in $3.2 billion last year.

Of that market share, Nike owns a respectable 9%, which brings them in as the fourth best running shoe brand among serious runners, while adidas isn’t much in the picture. This data isn’t a surprise in the running industry, but for those who rock kicks for fashion, this is a swift reminder that the footwear business is much, much larger than you think.

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Not only is there a mid-top version of the Nike Air Presto Utility, but those of you who prefer the original low-top construction can also get in on the fun.

Seen here in a Black/Bone colorway, the Nike Air Presto Low Utility features a synthetic leather upper, molded midfoot overlays, and neoprene construction on the tongue/ankle. This pair is dressed in Black from head to toe with the exception of the midsole which has been done in White.

This Nike Air Presto Utility Low can be purchased at select Nike retailers now for $130.

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Author’s Take

I’m not too convinced with this “Utility” version yet. As of right now I prefer the mesh/neoprene/flyknit pairs instead. I’d have to see these in person.

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Another premium colorway of the Nike Air Max 90 is showcased this season with this Black/Gum pair that we see above.

Highlighted by a full black upper constructed out of leather and wool (ideal for the Fall and Winter seasons), this Air Max 90 has then been placed atop a Sail midsole and gum outsole for the perfect contrast.

If premium Air Max 90s are your things then you can pick up this colorway at select Nike Sportswear accounts this Fall.

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Author’s Take

There’s nothing too flashy or extravagant about this Air Max 90, but the colorway and materials work well together. The gum outsole is a nice finishing touch.

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One of the very few and very lucky winners of the Nike Mag raffle received his pair today, and took to Twitter to share his prize with the world. Mag winner Christopher Jones can be seen in the video below unboxing his pair of the Mags, which are numbered #60 of the 89 pairs given out to those who donated to the Michael J. Fox Foundation. In a move that will make any sneaker reseller shed a few tears, Christopher wastes no time trying on one of the shoes and utilizing the self-lacing technology. Watch the full clip from the lucky Mag recipient below.

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The Nike Roshe Two Flyknit debuts tomorrow, October 28th in two brand new colorways. Dylan Raasch’s instant-classic finally received the long awaited sequel that we’ve all been hoping for this past year, and so far the Roshe Two has exceeded expectations with flying colors.

These two new Roshe Two Flyknit colorways debut a new Flyknit material with a water-repellent coating that’s perfect for withstanding the elements all Fall 2016 season long. A new cushioning system offers three layers of soft comfort thanks to a durable rubber outsole that now provides more traction that previous releases. Check out more detailed photos of these upcoming Roshe Two Flyknit colorways and stay tuned for more release date updates right here on Sneaker News.

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LeBron James and Kyrie Irving contributed to the most historic comeback in NBA Finals history this past June, coming back from the usual death sentence of being down 3 games to 1 for Cleveland’s first championship in 52 years. The dynamic duo went off for 41 points each in Game 5, followed by another 41 point performance by LeBron in Game 6. Then came the block by LeBron and the shot by Kyrie to seal the deal. Nike Basketball is celebrating their accomplishment with the Four Wins Pack, four combinations of the Nike Kyrie 2 and the Nike LeBron Soldier 10 in matching PE colorways throughout the Cavaliers’ four wins this past June.

While we’ve already seen stateside availability for the Nike Basketball Four Wins Pack, today we get news that the celebratory championship collection will arrive at European retailers starting this Friday, October 28th with the “Homecoming” Game 3 Pack and running through November 11th with Game 7’s “Fifty-Two Years” Pack. Check out more detailed shots of the upcoming European release slate for the Nike Basketball Four Wins Pack and let us know which combination is your favorite by taking your thoughts to the comments section below.

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Sneaker Room’s 4th annual Breast Cancer Auction will have a very special addition to the lineup this year thanks to an official collaboration with Nike Sportswear and the Nike Air Trainer Cruz. The extremely limited offering of the Nike Air Trainer Cruz Think Pink donates 100% of all proceeds to breast cancer treatment in local regions of New Jersey, as only 50 pairs of this special edition collaboration are being auctioned off starting at $1,000 USD with a Buy It Now price of $2,000 USD. So far, we only have these teaser shots, but if you’re interested in purchasing a pair for a good cause, you can make all inquiries and bids to [email protected]. More details to come.

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Fans of the Nike Air Max 96 waited over two decades to be treated to a retro until they found out that the shoe was missing a major original detail – the midsole and outsole unit had been swapped for that found on the Nike Air Max 95 SE for a slimmer more modern upgrade. Traditionalists cried foul while others chose to focus on the head-turning upper and original colorways that were returning to market.

The Nike Air Max 96 famously has two versions and today we get a look at a clean Black/White take on the Nike Air Max 96 II XX. This pair sports a premium leather and nubuck construction consisting up an all black upper while a white slimmed down midsole is contrasted through a murky black visible air unit. The colorway definitely works on the cult-classic running model, but is the inexplicable choice of an updated midsole and outsole unit going to interfere with your decision to grab a pair? Check out more detailed photos of the Nike Air Max 96 II XX “Black/White” after the break and grab your size right now from select shops like 1st OG.

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The NBA season is underway, and there were some absolutely monstrous games last night including a 50 point milestone from Anthony Davis in a losing effort. The Swoosh is churning out some awesome new colorways for the start of their season too with the Nike Basketball “Battle Grey” Collection for their three signature superstars. But what about some of their top PE guys? Luckily they’re getting some exclusives that will be available in international shops this weekend.

Today we get a look at some special mock-ups for Anthony Davis, DeMarcus Cousins, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Draymond Green. The Nike Air Max Audacity returns in a premium construction for The Brow featuring a Battle Grey upper, a unique PE tongue patch, midsole speckling, and accents of Deep Garnett throughout for a simple, refined look. Here’s to hoping AD drops another 50 in a winning effort in these.

DeMarcus Cousins received a new Nike Zoom Clear Out featuring speckling throughout the entirety of the Battle Grey upper while a Kings-centric purple accent shade contrasts with the black Swoosh branding. A new ‘DMC’ PE logo is featured prominently on the tongue while a high-arching ankle collar adds support and modern style to the new basketball silhouette.

Karl-Anthony Towns is one of the most exciting young players in the game and hopes to turn the Timberwolves franchise around. He’ll be doing that throughout the season wearing different variations of the Nike Hyperdunk 2016. Here the basic construction is amplified by midsole speckling, bright accents of royal blue and a new PE tongue logo featuring his jersey number. Draymond Green is one of the most versatile players in the NBA today, so he’ll be getting the ever-versatile Nike Zoom Clear out to complement his all-around hustle. Shocking electric yellow tints brighten up the grey colorway.

Each of these 4 Nike Basketball PEs will be available this Friday, October 28th via Philippine’s shop Titan both in-store and online. Check out more detailed shots below and let us know which pair is your favorite by taking your thoughts to our comments section.

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Last year?s Air Max 95 Greedy is celebrated with this latest take on the classic Nike Air Presto, as it’s treated in the very same distinctive color-blocking theme for Fall 2016.

Essentially a ?What The?-inspired rendition, the low-top sneaker is showcased in a lifestyle editorial which emphasizes its defining multicolored makeup that incorporates vibrant shades of black, grey, white, blue, green, orange and bronze across its entirety in asymmetrical fashion. The one-of-a-kind color scheme is nicely offset by a crisp white midsole unit to finish off the design.

Retailing for a price tag of $130, you can purchase this limited edition pair at select Nike retailers nationwide starting this Saturday, October 29th.

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Author’s Take

I?m a fan of the silhouette overall and this theme looks amazing on it. It?s easily one of the best colorways on the sneaker so far.

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If you’ve been on the fence regarding the Nike Air Presto Low Utility in the Olive colorway, we’re pretty sure these new on-feet images will persuade into getting a pair.

Rocking a tonal Cargo Khaki all over the upper, the Nike Air Presto Low Utility is built for the season by coming equipped with a redesigned weather resistant upper. The customary cage is still intact and also comes in the Olive colorway. Down low you will find a Black midsole to create some nice contrast on the shoe. I bet you want a pair now, huh? Expect these to drop stateside in the near future.

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Author’s Take

It hardly ever rains where I live, so even though I like the shoe, I have no real need for this Utility version of the Presto.

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The Nike ACG Lupinek Flyknit returns in a versatile finish of triple black to welcome the Fall/Winter 2016 season.

The boot/sneaker-hybird design is essentially doused in the stealthy hue. With its aesthetic appeal also evoking militaristic vibes, the model flaunts a breathable flyknit construction that is joined by premium leather throughout to further reinforce its rugged profile. A matching SFB?s Free-inspired sole unit that provides tough, yet flexible cushioning upon every step solidifies its build overall.

Retailing for a price tag of $250, a few Nike stockists nationwide already have the pair available, but, more retailers will debut the silhouette starting next Thursday, November 3.

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Author’s Take

I like the design overall. It emits style and functionality perfectly together. This colorway is a really versatile and appealing option.

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On the eve of the official unveiling of the Nike Doernbecher Freestyle Collection, Nike has given the sneaker community an inside look at just how a Doernbecher shoe is created from start to finish. A couple of years ago, we spoke with Cole Johanson, who designed the Air Jordan 3 Doernbecher in 2010; he gave us his account of just how the whole design process works, but Nike is going a step further and counting down the exact schedule of events. See the summary of it just below and read the full piece on Nike News.

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With a multicolored pony hair option still on the way, the women’s Nike Air Force 1 Low receives yet another standout iteration as part of its Fall/Winter 2016 lineup.

Emitting more lifestyle flair, the low-top sneaker flaunts metallic red bronze as its defining theme, which covers the model’s entire leather upper, laces and tongue. Pristine accents of white for the inner lining and midsole unit complements the shimmering profile, while a black-colored outsole offers a nice juxtaposition to its overall design.

Priced at $80, you can purchase this GS-exclusive pair at select Nike retailers nationwide now.

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Author’s Take

You can’t go wrong with a classic style like this pair. In this colorway, it’s really appealing. This is a solid choice for the ladies this season.

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While the Nike Roshe Two was just introduced, another variation of the lifestyle silhouette is presented with Flyknit 365 model.

Defined by a distinctive diamond-weave Flyknit upper, the component is treated in an eye-catching two-tone finish with bright crimson prominent on the upper portion, while black covers the remainder of the profile. A dark grey-colored Hyperfuse Swoosh adorns the lateral and medial quarters, as it all rests atop a matching black Phylon sole unit.

Priced at $140, you can purchase this standout pair at select Nike retailers nationwide now.

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Author’s Take

I like this version more than the original flyknit. The makeup is more stylish and appealing overall. This is a solid colorway too.

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