After getting a first look at the shoe last week, we now bring you official images of the upcoming Nike Kobe 11 EM Mambacurial.

Taking on the traditional Mambacurial look inspired by the storied soccer cleat, this Kobe 11 features a Pink Flash engineered mesh upper with Action Green and Red Plum adding some more color to the shoe. The shoe is then finished off with ?NIKE? branding in white on the medial sides of the shoe and a translucent green outsole.

The Nike Kobe 11 EM Mambacurial will be releasing on September 15, 2016 for $160. Will you cop?

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Author’s Take

This is what I expect when I hear or see the Mambacurial colorway. I wish these would have been Flyknit though.

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Nike Sportswear brought back the Nike Sock Dart retro at the perfect time. In a climate where slip-on sock-like fitting silhouettes are a must-have, the Nike Sock Dart proved to be ahead of its time seeing as how the model dates back all the way to 2004. NSW has since brought updates with the Nike Sock Dart SE ditching the translucent midfoot strap for added colors while new color blockings are showcasing that the model doesn’t need to be monochromatic with that stretchy precursor to Flyknit. After a preview of three upcoming Nike Sock Dart SE colorways for November 2016, today we get a detailed look at a “Greyscale” colorway perfect for any occasion.

This pair looks like it jumped straight out of Pleasantville with its tonal greys giving off a black and white aesthetic. There is a hidden pop of color with the University Red insole unit, but other than that, this tonal offering keeps things relatively simple. A Dark Grey heel matches the midfoot strap while a lighter grey serves as the base throughout to match the speckled midsole. International shops have already started stocking this pair, so you can be on the lookout for this Sock Dart to arrive at retailers later this September. More photos below.

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In another life, Kobe Bryant could’ve been a soccer player. The Black Mamba grew up traveling with his father, an international basketball player, where Kobe would beg to go to his practices and watch Showtime era Lakers VHS tapes that his grandparents would ship to him. But what if those tapes never got there and Kobe’s love for the game of soccer turned into something more? That’s the thought behind this latest Nike Kobe 11 Barcelona, a “Mambacurial” offering inspired by Kobe’s favorite club slated to release on September 8th for $200 USD.

While Nike Basketball is offering up a ton of Mambacurial soccer inspirations from the OG colorway to a new What The Mambacurial, the Kobe 11 Barcelona is probably the most subdued of the bunch. The premium Flyknit upper utilizes a College Navy base with a contrasting University Red medial side in honor of FC Barcelona’s signature colors. A soccer patch inspired heel matches the orange Swoosh branding – a hint at the squad’s alternate uniforms – while a classic gum bottom adds a lifestyle twist.

What do you think of the upcoming Mambacurial Kobe 11 Barcelona? Be sure to check out official photos below and stay tuned for more Kobe updates right here on Sneaker News.

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This weekend the Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG Bred returns and of course not everybody’s going to be able to buy a pair because until Nike decides to make the 1s perpetually available, the way things are will continue. Whether it’s opportunistic resellers or sneakerheads who just need more than one pair to rock and one to stock, not everybody’s going to be able to buy a pair this weekend.

So what are your options if you just like having a black and red and sort of white sneaker? Thanks to Michael Jordan?s popularity, Nike sportswear has released multiple “Bred” sneakers over the years so you shouldn’t have a problem buying a bred sneaker if you need to but if you’re looking for something a little bit more modern, you can always try Nike ID which has all of the black and red and white options available for practically every sneaker in their catalog at the moment. So in this edition of Fun With NIKEiD, here are your Air Jordan 1 Bred alternatives at the moment.

Nike Air Max Zero iD Bred

Nike Sock Dart iD Bred

Nike Roshe LD-1000 iD Bred

Nike Roshe Flyknit iD Bred

Nike Air Max 1 Ultra Flyknit iD Bred

Nike KD 9 iD Bred

Nike Kyrie 2 iD Bred

Nike Air Pegasus 83 iD Bred

Nike Air Max Tavas iD Bred

Nike Air Max 90 iD Bred

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The Nike Kobe 11 “Mambacurial” is almost here with a release date slated for September 15th, 2016. The original Mambacurial colorway utilizing those head-turning Pink Flash, Action Green, and Red Plum shades were originally found on the Nike Kobe 8 System inspired by the Nike Mercurial soccer boot. This OG colorway joins a rather long list of other Nike Kobe 11 Mambacurial offerings, as Nike Basketball will also release the eclectic What The Mambacurial Kobe 11 and another pair inspired by Kobe’s love of FC Barcelona.

The Nike Kobe 11 Mambacurial ditches the premium Flyknit construction this time around, instead opting for that breathable Engineered Mesh counterpart. While the pair will be a bit cheaper at $160 USD, the construction and aesthetic is by no means cheap. Nike ditches the forefoot Swoosh placement inspired by Nike soccer wears for a traditional side panel look with Action Green highlighting the branding throughout. The medial side sports that bold ‘Nike’ callout in white while a translucent Action Green outsole contrasts the Pink Flash engineered mesh upper perfectly.

What do you think of the Mambacurial Kobe 11? Check out more detailed shots below and know that you can grab your pair on September 15th for $160 USD. For more of the latest sneakers headed to retailers, be sure to go to our always updated release dates page.

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The latest iteration of the Nike Kobe 11 embodies Kobe Bryant’s adoration for soccer, as it’s dressed in the signature colors of the iconic European club, FC Barcelona.

This “Mambacurial” pair essentially blends the defining tones across its flyknit-constructed upper, with a gradient of blue and red shades intertwined across the heel and medial section of the sneaker. Bright yellow Swooshes on its side panels further pronounce the design, while a football-style emblem on the heel is applied and a nod to Bryant’s five championships with stars.

Retailing for $200, you can find this standout pair at select Nike retailers worldwide starting Thursday, September 8th.

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Author’s Take

The makeup and the colorway is a winner for me. If you’re a fan of the soccer club and silhouette as well, this should be an automatic purchase for you.

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The newest variation of the Nike Air Footscape Woven is introduced in a linen colorway, as lifestyle images of the stylish silhouette are now featured.

Defined by its full leather constructed upper with lateral lacing, the silhouette is draped in an aesthetically pleasing hue of light beige that emits premium flair. A woven textile overlay encompassing the silhouette provides a subdued, yet eye-catching element, as the model is rounded out with a white midsole unit and gum accents on the heel.

You can find this pair at select Nike retailers overseas now for a retail price tag of $225. A stateside release is imminent, so stay tuned to KicksOnFire for additional updates.

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Author’s Take

I’m really a sucker for this colorway. The silhouette itself is stylish as well, so it’s a really attractive pair. If you’re in the market for something different, this is a nice option.

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After LeBron James won his third NBA title in amazing come-back fashion, the anticipation for the LeBron 14 unveiling has continued to gain momentum throughout the summer. While photos of the fourteenth LeBron signature shoe have yet to leak out, we do have early release date information for Nike’s top-shelf basketball sneaker, which has already been confirmed to be lower in price than the most recent LeBron 13 model. Two colorways are due out for October 11th, 2016 (a red/yellow/white colorway as well as a white/silver/orange version) while a black/white colorway is set for an early November release, with an official unveiling likely coming in mid-September. We’ll bring you the latest and a first look on the Nike LeBron 14 when it arrives, but for now circle these important dates on your sneaker release dates calendar and remember that Nike is dropping the price for the shoe to $175.

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Ahead of their launch tomorrow, Nike SNKRS takes a behind the scenes look at the production of the all-new Nike Roshe Two. With the shoe’s designer Dylan Raasch offering some insight, the story of the updated Roshe is told with one big surprise: it was originally not intended to be the official sequel to the Roshe, but just another update to the zen sneaker design. The Roshe Two began as the “Roshe Plush”, an updated version of the original with even more comfort and soft feel. The plush feel was achieved with a full redesigned upper featuring an even more sock-like construction and fit, paired with a dual-density foam outsole with added flexibility to make you feel like you’re walking on clouds.

Check out the full story behind the Roshe Two from Nike SNKRS, and don’t forget that the shoe arrives tomorrow, September 1st for both men and women at select Nike Sportswear retailers.

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NikeLab has brought back the Nike Air Footscape Woven Chukka, the strangely simple and asymmetrical chukka model perfect for this upcoming Fall 2016 season in a big way thanks to the return of the “Rainbow” colorways not too long ago. Now the Nike Footscape Woven is back in black with NikeLab’s latest release.

The Nike Footscape Woven Chukka has always thrived on tonal simplicity, and here this latest colorway joins the “Linen” look with a monochromatic upper. The natural motion inspired outsole unit compliments perfectly thanks to an off-white Sail color while the woven side panel blends in a matching black to let the suede upper do most of the heavy lifting int he aesthetic department.

The Nike Air Footscape Woven “Black” will be available at select international shops like Foot Patrol tomorrow, September 1st. Check out more detailed shots after the break and if you’re interested in the “Linen” colorway, read more on that pair here.

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When the Duke Blue Devils unveiled their ominous black and royal Nike KD 9 “Duke” PE a few weeks back, it was still unsure that the second teaming up between Coach K and Kevin Durant would result in an Olympic Gold Medal. Fast forward a few weeks and everything is fine in the world of international basketball. Team USA got another gold and Kevin Durant will quietly spend the next few months training before suiting up in a Golden State Warriors uniform where he and his new team will be heavy title favorites.

Duke is showcasing another brand new KD 9 PE, this time in a “Home” colorway that features a simple combination of white and black Flyknit throughout while midsole speckling, an icy bottom, and royal Swoosh branding create a decidedly Blue Devils vibe. The Duke block-letter logo hits the heel tab so there’s no doubt as to which team this player exclusive belongs to. What do you think of the latest Duke-themed KD 9? Catch a full view after the break and be sure to check out the Nike KD 9 Duke “Away”.

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Back on the shelves for the first time since 2013, the surprise return of the Nike Lunar Flow in 2016 continues this fall with more premium constructions. Another ‘Laser’ version like the updated Air Flow with Lunar cushioning that we saw earlier this year, this latest release switches from thin stripes of perforations to round holes, and features a fall-ready olive green colorway (officially named Cargo Khaki). Fans of the unique style of the Lunar Flow can find these arriving now at select Nike Sportswear retailers internationally.

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It’s been a wild ride for all four of Nike Basketball’s signature athletes. LeBron James won his third NBA Championship, leading the Cavs to an improbable come-back over the Warriors. Teammate Kyrie Irving became just the fourth athlete in history to win a Finals and Olympic Gold in the same Summer. KD added a second Olympic gold to his trophy room after relocating to Golden State, and Kobe Bryant rode off into the sunset and is already making major business moves. The Nike Basketball “Summer Pack” actually ebbs from the all-business attitude of these four elite athletes and offers up a fun and laid-back “Summer” theme, with gum soles, bright tones, and casual appeal making this set one of the best Nike sig-shoe release of the year. All four are set to hit select stores like Sneaker Politics tomorrow, so familiarize yourself with all four below.

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The must-have shoe of the weekend is undoubtedly the re-issue of the original Air Jordan shoe – the infamous “Banned” colorway in black and red. If you’re thinking about copping a pair through the Nike SNKRS app, it’s important to know that the shoes will be available view the Drawing. For those uncertain with the Nike SNKRS Drawing release initiative, the user simply selects a size and waits on confirmation. If you miss out on the Drawing, your banned…from buying a pair! The Nike SNKRS Drawing will go live on Saturday, September 3rd, 2016 at 10 AM EST being the confirmed launch time. Stay tuned for more details.

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Always a winning color combination on literally any sneaker, black, red, and white combine once again for a strong look on this latest Nike Air Huarache Ultra. Releasing in grade school sizing for the stylish young sneakerheads, this version of the modernized Air Huarache features its upper in all black mesh and subtly silver speckled synthetic material with a hit of red for the Huarache tongue logos. White takes care of the lightweight all-foam sole unit. You’ll be able to find the “Bred” Huarache Ultra in stores soon.

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