In Forbes’ recently released list of the world’s most valuable brands, Nike comes in at number eighteen overall thanks to a robust $27.5 billion in brand value. In the category of apparel, Nike is sitting pretty at number one, beating out other labels such as Louis Vuitton, Uniqlo, and noted rival adidas. In fact, despite adidas’ impressive efforts in product and brand management/marketing the competition is much less fierce than what bloggers and random tweets suggest. Yes, the Yeezy Boost resells for more than your average Air Jordan Retro. But the brands don’t benefit much financially from aftermarket, and although adidas has its hits with other silhouettes like the adidas NMD and the Ultra Boost, Nike is not only worth more, but growing at a faster rate (Nike’s 1-year value change is at 5%, whereas adidas’ value went up by 2%). adidas is certainly having a moment in sneaker and fashion culture, but the brand as a whole won’t be boosted by the work of a few choice sneakers. Peep the full list by Forbes here and let us know if you think adidas will ever catch up.

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We?re going back to 1996 once again to remember another model from one of the greatest years of sneakers ever. After taking a look at Shaquille O?Neal?s iconic Reebok Shaqnosis last month, we couldn?t forget the Diesel?s partner in crime with the Orlando Magic, Penny Hardaway. Of course, no retrospective of sneakers from the ?90s could be complete without Penny?s signature models?especially one focused on 1996 when he wore the Nike Air Penny 1 for the ?95-96 NBA season and the Air Penny 2 for the ?96-97 season. Since we already took a look at the Penny 1 last year in Flashback to ?95, today we?ll recap the history of the Air Penny 2, his second signature model that many regard to be the best of his acclaimed line. And yes, don?t worry, Lil? Penny will be making an appearance.

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Very few sneaker color combinations are better than the Black and Yellow pairing. The colors are so opposite but they still manage to work great together like peanut butter and jelly. The color scheme makes its way to the classic Nike Air Force 1 Low, and the outcome is a good one.

The shoe comes in Black and Yellow color-blocking done in a leather construction. The Black leather appears to come in smooth fashion, while the Yellow has more of a textured feel to it. Black lining and a Yellow outsole blend in very nicely with the shoe’s upper, while a White midsole provides a bit of a break between the two-toned look. Available now, pick up your pair from select Nike retailers for $90.

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Author’s Take

I love the Black and Yellow look, and this pair is no different. The color blocking is done right. Great looking shoe.

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It’s only been a few months since the Nike Metcon 2 made its debut and we’re already getting our first look at what may be the Nike Metcon 3.

The silhouette that you see above is reported to be the Nike Metcon 3 and features a seamless mesh upper in black with white detailing on the outsole, branding, and Flywire on the side panels. The design on the Metcon 3 looks somewhat different than the Metcon 2, but as long as it does what it’s supposed to do I’m sure people will like it.

There is no release date yet for the Nike Metcon 3, but stay tuned to Kicks On Fire for updates.

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Author’s Take

The design looks very similar to the Metcon 2. I’m not into training shoes like this so I don’t plan on picking up a pair anyway.

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To many people, there’s nothing cleaner that a fresh pair of Nike Cortez kicks. If you happen to fall in that category, take a look at the Nike Cortez Leather coming in a nostalgic White and Navy colorway.

The Cortez comes constructed out of a leather upper. The base of the shoe comes in White, while the Navy is used as the accented color placed in areas such as the Nike Swoosh, tongue branding, heel tab and the stripe going across the White midsole. Additional Nike branding is placed on the heel to round out the minimalist look of the shoe. Available now, pick up the pair you see above at select retailers for $70.

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The Nike Roshe LD 1000 gets a major by upgrade by giving the shoe’s upper a premium aesthetic. Coming in three different tonal versions, let’s get a closer look at what all three pairs have to offer.

For those of you that keep up with the model, you know the norm is usually a mesh and canvas-like upper. This time around the shoe is covered in a premium leather offering done in a tonal makeup. Your choice of either Black, Navy or Grey cover the shoes upper, while a tonal suede overlays can be found on the heel region, Nike Swoosh, eyestay and the toe. All three pairs are contrasted by the all-white sole unit placed below. If you’re looking for a clean lifestyle look that keeps things toned down a bit, this is the one for you. Available internationally, expect these to arrive stateside in the near future.

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Author’s Take

If you’re a fan of the model, there’s no doubt you’re going to like this premium version of it. Great choice for the Spring/Summer season.

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Although several retailers and sneaker shops already have both model available, Nike will officially release both the Nike Dunk High Michigan And UNLV tomorrow exclusively through the Nike SNKRS app.

Part of Nike’s “Be True” collection, the shoes celebrates Nike’s three decades of college basketball dominance by bringing back some of their most highly coveted colorways. Coming in the Michigan and UNLV team colors, the shoes are constructed out of a nice tumbled leather upper while resting on top of a Nike Air cushioned sole unit. Navy and Yellow take care of the Michigan colorway, while Red and Grey adorn the UNLV pair. Releasing tomorrow for $120, how many of you are looking to pick up a pair? If so, which one?

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Author’s Take

I have my eyes on the Michigan pair, only because I’m a Pacers fan. Nice to see these make a comeback. I remember for the longest I wanted a pair, now they’re finally here.

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The beauty of the Nike Air Max 90 is that the shoe manages to look good in many different ways. The silhouette is very versatile, which in return makes it an ideal canvas to do whatever you want on it. Tonal uppers, subtle uppers, bright and bold motifs, prints and textures, everything looks good on the shoe (well, almost everything). This time around the Air Max 90 takes the subtle route as a White / Black / Grey colorway makes its way to the model.

The shoe starts off with a leather and mesh upper. The base of the shoe comes in White, while hits of Black and Grey are placed on the mudguard, eyelets, heel tab, Nike Swoosh, branding and midsole surrounding the Air Max bubble. Nothing out of the ordinary, but that’s perfectly okay when it comes to the Nike Air Max 90. Available internationally, we will let you know if these end up dropping stateside.

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Author’s Take

It’s solid. There’s so man iterations of the model, that sometimes we tend to overlook some of them. Don’t sleep on this versatile pair.

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While this upcoming Nike Flyknit Racer is reminiscent of the popular multicolor offering from 2013, this actual model dubbed, “Rainbow,” utilizes the same vibrantly colored knitted aesthetic, although the application of a grey-colored tongue is the only notable differentiation.

Tonal black accents applied on the Swoosh branding across its side panels, laces, lining of its collar and portion of the midsole further solidifies its eye-catching palette, as it’s topped off by a white for the remainder of its sole unit.

You can purchase a pair at select Nike accounts worldwide starting Friday, May 13th for $150.

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Author’s Take

I?m biased towards this silhouette. This colorway is surely one of its most sought after. I don?t mind the slight change to its tongue color.

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Kevin Durant‘s free agency fate could be hanging in the balance of this Spurs-Thunder playoffs matchup. The Oklahoma City Thunder head home to host the Spurs for a pivotal Game 6 tonight in which they have the opportunity to send San Antonio packing, only to take on the juggernaut that is the Golden State Warriors next round. KD has been doing everything in his power to extend the series and Nike Basketball continues to break out brand new playoff PEs to aid in his quest at grabbing that elusive NBA championship. This latest Nike KD 8 Elite player exclusive is the boldest take yet thanks to a fiery gradient midsole in direct contrast to the bright blue base. Be on the lookout for Durant to don this KD 8 Elite sometime in the near future and let us know who you think takes Game 6 by taking your thoughts to the comments section.

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Fans of the Nike Air Tech Challenge 4/Andre Agassi will be happy to hear that Nike is bringing back the shoe in it’s original form. Not only will the shoe return this Summer, it will do some in OG colorway form.

The Nike Air Tech Challenge 4 will be brought rocking the same construction and colorway that Agassi wore back in 1992. The OG color scheme has the shoe coming in an upper consisting of White, Black, Pink, Purple and Orange. The shoe is mainly Black and White, while the colored hits are mainly placed on the outsole and heel counter region of the shoe. Expected to release on July 20th, how many of you are looking forward to this release?

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Author’s Take

While I do know who Andre Agassi is, I was never one to get into tennis or tennis shoes. While it’s cool to see this shoe get the retro treatment, I don’t think this shoe is for me.

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Check out the Nike Air Max Mercurial ?98 FC. Does it look familiar to you? If you Air Max game is on point, you might figure out where this new model derived from. Considered to be a hybrid sneaker, let’s get a closer look at the shoe.

If you play close attention to all the integral parts of the shoe, you will notice that the shoe combines the original Mercurial cleat with Air Max cushioning and puts some Hyperfuse construction on it. The first colorway that has dropped has the shoe rock a color scheme consisting of Deep Royal Blue and Black. The dark look of the shoe is broken up by adding hits of white on the sole unit, and throughout the reflective stripes on the upper. Available internationally, we will let you know if and when these drop stateside.

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Author’s Take

Hybrid or not, it’s a good looking sneaker. The Mercurial cleat with Air Max cushioning is a good look. The colorway is even nice. I can dig it.

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Detailed images of the Nike Sock Dart in Racer Blue are featured once again, as the sneaker has now arrived at select retailers.

Defined by its seamless and breathable mesh upper, the punctuating tone essentially covers the entire component. Detailed with a matching translucent mid-foot strap system that offers superb lockdown support, additional blue hits are found on the toe cap for reinforcement, speckling on the crisp white midsole and outsole unit.

Subtle contrasting black is evident on the rear portion of its outsole, while additional white accents are applied on the heel via TPU inserts.

You can purchase a pair at select Nike stockists nationwide now for a retail price tag of $130.

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Author’s Take

I’ve always like the simplistic design of this pair. The colorway is pretty nice and it should get some attention. It’s a nice pair for the season.

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Its Flyknit Ultra counterpart has been featured prominently recently, but the classic Nike Air Presto returns in another new colorway, this time doused in a pristine white finish.

Noted as a women’s pair, the sneaker is comprised of breathable mesh for its upper, while tonal TPU reinforcements are evident along the toe cap, heel cage and lacing system. Outfitted with matching laces and crisp midsole unit, reflective accents are seen on the heel pull tabs, while subtle black accents grace the rear portion of its outsole.

Finished off with the brand’s signature Swoosh branding on the toe box and midsole, you can purchase this pair at select Nike stores nationwide now for $120.

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Author’s Take

I’ve been a fan since its introduction in the 2000s. Even though it’s listed for females, it’s still versatile for males as well. The only downside is keeping it clean and large sizing.

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The Nike Air Max 90 has been one of the defining silhouette’s in Tinker Hatfield’s visible air lineup and countless athletes have proclaimed their love of the model over the years, including golfer Rory McIlroy. With that in mind, the Swoosh set out to transform the iconic running model for the golf course and what resulted was the upcoming Nike Air Zoom 90 IT. The performance golf shoe takes the casual style of the Air Max 90 into a completely new playing field with the introduction of Zoom Air on the forefoot, a waterproof upper, and Nike’s Integrated Traction system which allows one the ability to wear the shoe both on and off the course. Continue onward for a better look at Nike’s latest golf cleat below and know that the Air Zoom 90 IT will debut this Friday, May 13th in the black/white colorway followed by a June 1st release of the white/black look.

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