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Look For This New Nike Flyknit Racer Multicolor
By SoleInsider
Originally debuted in 2013, followed by a 2.0 release last year, the popular Nike Flyknit Racer Multicolor is scheduled to make another return this year, although with only a slight change to its appearance.
Essentially defined by its intricately knitted upper in vibrant shades of Blue Glow, Pink Flash, Volt and more, this 2016 version features a Grey-colored tongue, which was originally Black. Contrasting Black accents are applied on the Swoosh branding, laces, inner lining, midsole unit and outsole, while white is more prominent on the rear portion of its sole.
Although the silhouette has arrived at select Nike retailers nationwide, expect more availability in the coming days or weeks ahead. Stay tuned in to KicksOnFire for further updates.
The national 4/20 holiday is only about a week away and even though Nike will not officially call this the 4/20 Pack, we all know that this Nike SB Pack was created for the occasion.
Consisting of the Nike SB Dunk Low and the Nike SB GTS, both sneakers from this collection come with khaki uppers and black accents. In addition to the identical color schemes, both sneakers comes equipped with canvas uppers and white midsoles. Nike says that “the natural, un-dyed beauty of the textile is reminiscent of rugged burlap or the strong sustainable fibers of many a tough old mooring rope.” Yeah, ok.
You will be able to purchase the Nike SB Hemp Pack beginning on April 16th. The SB Dunk Low will retail for $100 and the SB GTS for $80. Which pair will you be going after?
I’ve always like the use of canvas on the Nike SB Dunk whether it be the Low or the High. The cool thing about this pack is that the colors are very neutral so you can easily wear them with anything.
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Another Look At The Nike Air Force 1 High Oil Slick White
By SoleInsider
For those of you who aren’t aware, the Nike Air Force 1 High Oil Slick Pack recently dropped. Coming in a black or white colorway, the AF1 High gets a Oil Slick effect placed on areas such as the Nike Swoosh and heel tab region of the shoe. Today we get another look at the white version of the shoe.
The majority of the shoe appears to be your traditional all-white version of the Air Force 1 High, that includes white placed on the leather upper, sole unit, laces, lining and ankle strap. The shoe manages to distinguish itself by way of the Oil Slick/iridescent look placed on the Nike Swoosh, tongue and heel tab of the shoe. For the most part, the shoe is pretty subtle, the only part of the shoe that creates any sort of pop are the Oil Slick hits. Available now for $110, let us know what you think about the shoe.
Remember when Kevin Hart debuted his own signature sneaker with Nike dubbed the Nike Hustle Harts? it actually turns out that the shoe is actually named the Nike Free Trainer Instinct and the pairs worn by Kevin Hart were special “Hustle Hart” colorways.
The Nike Free Trainer Instinct comes equipped with a lightweight, dynamic warp knit on the upper and is combined with a Nike Free midsole for ultra comfortability. At the moment there is three colorways available for purchase: Black/Dark Grey/White, White/Black and otal Crimson/Black/White/Hyper Pink. All three are available on nike.com now for a retail price of $130.
Will you be picking up either of these three colorways?
Kind of reminds me of the Nike Lunar Flyknit Chukka with a different materials. The cool thing about these is that you can wear them to work out and also casually. That’s always a plus.
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#MambaDay: The Kobe Bryant adidas And Nike Signature Shoe Rankings
By SoleInsider
There is no such thing as a performance basketball shoe that truly stands the test of time. A sneaker can hang on because they are easy on the eyes and great for casual wear, and fans of a particular model will swear by how they feel years later, but as an on-court performer, their shelf life lasts as long as their technology and design can withstand change. Some stave off obsolescence longer than others, but eventually time catches up to them. Mids becomes lows, bulky becomes sleek, leather becomes yarn, Air becomes Lunar.
No shoe is eternal, but go back to almost any time period over the past 20 years and you can bet that whatever Kobe Bryant was wearing at that moment was competing for the crown of “best basketball performance shoe”. Save for his rookie year and one amazing sneaker free agent season, Kobe had a shoe that was designed with his specifications in mind and a goal of being the best. There were times when you could say that Kobe’s shoe was the best and there were times when it failed to hit. But he didn’t stop competing and neither did his kicks. If nothing else, at least you know he tried. Here is how we ranked Kobe Bryant’s Nike and adidas signature shoes.
adidas KOBETWO
People that have worn the KOBETWO swear by their performance and that’s fine. The problem with the shoe is that it looks so half-baked compared to the excellent precursor that you get the feeling this shoe was rushed out to the market even though in reality Kobe and adidas held off on releasing the KOBETWO because The KOBE was so popular. When it did drop, Kobe eventually ditched them in a move not unlike what LeBron James had to make with the Nike LeBron 11. It’s a concept car on feet and even in 2015 it still looks ahead of its time. I just hope I won’t live long enough to see that future.
adidas KB8 III
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You might be forgiven for not knowing these existed, but seriously, there’s an adidas Kobe Bryant signature shoe between the adidas KB8 II and the adidas THEKOBE. Here’s a picture of Mamba wearing them to prove it actually happened.
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Now that we got that out of the way, the KB8 III is notable for being the final shoe tied to Kobe that used Feet You Wear technology. Like the KOBETWO, it’s another shoe that has its devout fans, but ultimately, the lackluster design and Kobe not wearing them for the Lakers’ 2000 championship run doomed this shoe to obscurity.
Nike Air Zoom Huarache 2K5
Yes, we’re including the both Huaraches that Kobe wore during his pre-signature Nike days because of how revered they are and their connection to Mamba’s sneaker legacy. Designed by Eric Avar, the 2K5 was even lighter than the 2K4, made possible by the cut grooves on the midsole. Everything about the 2K5 was designed with performance in mind, so a little bit of the look was sacrificed in order to make a sneaker that was ostensibly better than the instantly classic 2K4.
Fun Fact: The Huarache 2K5 is the first shoe to feature Kobe’s Hattori Hanzo sword logo that isn’t totally jacked from Kill Bill at all.
Nike Kobe 7 System
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Modularity was all the rage during early part of this decade as we saw kicks like the Air Jordan 2011 and 2012 come with interchangeable midsoles and booties. The Kobe 7 would attempt something similar with its “Attack Fast” (Zoom) and “Attack Strong” (Cushlon) Systems, but the result was a confusing mess that felt less like an attempt to really capture every type of baller and more like a way to get more money out of the consumer because there was no high-cut Kobe. At least not yet…
Nike Zoom Kobe 3
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There’s something about the number 3 that just isn’t the cards for Kobe signature sneakers. Even though Kobe claims that this is one of his favorite shoes ever (his performance during the 2007-08 NBA season, which included his lone MVP nod and a trip the NBA Finals, might have something to do with that), it felt like a transitional shoe with its mesh upper and webbed design that looked less like something designed for a Black Mamba and more for a Black Widow. Thankfully a revolution was on the horizon.
adidas KB8 II
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Worn by Kobe during the lockout-shortened 1998-99 NBA season, the KB8 II was another cult favorite from those who owned them when they first dropped. With Feet You Wear and a move to synthetic materials, the shoe was lighter than the bulky KB8 and played like it too. Sadly the retro that adidas now calls the Crazy 2 switched up from adiPRENE cushioning to EVA and the difference is noticeable. Great as a nostalgia piece, but maybe not for playing in them, I guess.
Nike Kobe 10
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We’ll defend Kobe’s desire to chase the perfect low-cut shoe any day of the week, but only if we see marked improvements from one year to the next. While still a solid performing shoe that is worn by what seems like half of the NBA, it would be crazy to say that this made a dramatic jump over the Kobe 9. Still waiting on that pure Flyknit basketball shoe, Nike.
Nike Zoom Kobe 6
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More than any other sneaker line (including Jordans), the Kobes always seems to spark debate as to which shoe is actually the best in performance. As somebody who loved most everything about the Nike Zoom Kobe 4 and Kobe 5, the Kobe 6 (and as you probably noticed in these rankings, the Kobe 7) was a letdown in terms of aesthetics and playability. But again, there are people who will swear by the 6 as the best of the early low-cut Kobes. My complaints were with the scaled upper that might have made sense from a signature storytelling standpoint, but was terrible for breathability.
Nike Zoom Kobe 1
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It was bulky and very much unlike the Huarache 2K4 and 2K5 in a variety of ways, but the Kobe 1 will always be remembered for being the shoe Mamba wore when he scored 81 points, the second highest-scoring performance in NBA history. Damn, there’s that word “performance” again.
Nike Zoom Kobe 2
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It’s crazy how similar the LeBron 2 and Kobe 2 are viewed in terms of perception. They were derided early on for their unconventional look, but as the years have passed, the desire and praise for them has only grown louder. And if the Nike Kobe 2 Prelude proved anything, it’s that when some thought is put into the style part, it can hang with its low-cut little brothers.
adidas The KOBE
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It’s a work of art that was never meant to be touched. The brushed metal look and a style that was the brainchild of adidas and Audi gave us maybe the most futuristic shoe not named the Nike Air Foamposite One. The only difference is that when you put on a pair of Foams, you felt they were indestructible, but when you put on these Kobes, they crease like a (expletive) from the moment you take your first step. Unlike the KOBETWO, Kobe enjoyed a successful (it was the shoe he wore for each of his first three championships) run with these. Imagine how different things would have been had adidas not screwed things up with the KOBETWO.
Nike Kobe 9
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How can a shoe that’s so disappointing still be so good? When word started to hit the internets that the Nike Kobe 9 was going to use Flyknit, my mind was instantly blow away by the possibilities for colorways, not to mention I really thought Nike had figured out how to make the material survive a basketball game. Turns out that the Flyknit was nothing more than smoke and mirrors, especially on the bootlike high-cut models that were seemingly created to placate the haters who refused to buy a low-cut Kobe. The shoe still turned out great as it was heavily used by many NBA players and both the Flyknit and EM versions produced spectacular colorways, but you get the feeling a lot of potential is still there to get better. And based on our ranking of the Nike Kobe 10, they still have a ways to go before they fulfill that potential.
Nike Kobe 11
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It’s what we hoped the Kobe 9 and Kobe 10 would become – a pure Flyknit shoe. The TPU threads (ok, it’s not really “pure Flyknit” but it’s as close it’s ever going to get) allows the 11 to retain the strength of its predecessor while becoming a more lighter model. The drop-in midsole that mixes Lunar and Zoom Air is unobtrusive in the way that the Kobe 7 wasn’t. The sleek upper design that literally blends into the sole does away with a lot of the bulk that hampered the look of both 9 and 10. A fitting finale for Mamba to get Flyknit right just as he’s about to say goodbye.
adidas KB8
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The adidas KB8 – now known as the adidas Crazy 8 – could have been the Air Jordan 1 of that generation had Kobe stayed with adidas. Imagine if Mamba never left the three stripes and he was conducting his retirement tour in some signature adidas Kobes with Primeknit and Boost. People would be nostalgic for the old days when a Young Mamba faced Michael Jordan during the 1998 NBA All-Star Game even more than they already fetishize that era.
Nike Zoom Kobe 5
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Big Stage. Dark Knight. Chaos. Bruce Lee. Aston Martin. There might not be a better top five colorways of any Kobe shoe than that and quite frankly, that’s a damn good top five that could stand toe-to-toe with any shoe. The Kobe 5 improved on the Kobe 4 in a variety of ways, most notably with the return of bonafide Zoom Air, but this was also the shoe that really showed off what sneakerheads can do on NIKEiD. When the worst thing you can say about the shoe’s reputation is that Shannon Brown kinda tarnished his dope PE with a lame duck Slam Dunk Contest performance (again with that word), you did something great.
Nike Air Zoom Huarache 2K4
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Kobe has said that the Huarache 2K4 was first time he felt like a shoe was like an extension of his feet. Now that could be just him talking that s**t because of his bad feelings towards adidas, but there is no denying what Avar, Mamba and Nike created with the 2K4 as a bar setter. Don’t be surprised to see somebody in their late 20s or early 30s still balling in the latest reissues of these classics because they managed to combine the best of all worlds for the time: a lightweight and sleek silhouette that evoked memories of classic ’80s and ’90s design. They are that good and yes, I’m still trying to find a good price on a pair of laser cut Kobe PEs.
Nike Zoom Kobe 4
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Ankle Insurance? It sounded like a bizarre way to promote a basketball shoe, but Nike and Kobe were practically daring you to play in these low-cut kicks. Of course, there have been several low-cut basketball sneakers before the Kobe 4, but a combination of Kobe’s endorsement, rave reviews, dope colorways and success on the court (Kobe would get his first post-Shaq ring wearing the Kobe 4) was the game-changer that the sneaker world needed.
Nike Kobe 8
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This is rarefied air. Engineered mesh made every Kobe that came before it obsolete in terms of comfort, breathability and flexibility. Lunarlon is always going to be considered “not Zoom Air so booooo” by those who prefer Zoom Air for their basketball kicks, but the cushioning was good enough for both on and off the court. The colorways were striking and set a standard that the Nike Kobe 9 and Nike Kobe 10 never surpassed. If there was such a thing as the perfect basketball shoe in 2012, it was the Nike Kobe 8. If Tinker Hatfield really is mind behind the Nike Kobe 11, I hope Eric Avar sent him a pair of these along with a broken microphone.
Los Angeles Based Artist Geoff McFetridge Creates A Nike SB Stefan Janoski Max
By SoleInsider
Some of the last few colorways that we’ve seen of the Nike SB Stefan Janoski Max have been of the tonal variety with the exception of the Cherry Blossom pair that dropped back in January.
Switching things up a bit is this new pair that was designed by Los Angeles based artist Geoff McFetridge. This pair of Janoski Maxes comes with a Black mesh upper and a white graphic of figures that have been placed on the entire upper of the shoe. The inner liner and laces have been done in Black while the Swoosh and Max midsole have been done in contrasting White.
The Geoff McFetridge x Nike SB Stefan Janoski Max can be purchased now directly from nike.com as well as other Nike SB retailers for $110. What are your thoughts on this collaborative colorway of the Janoski Max?
When you look at this shoe from far away it looks like it has some random white lines on the upper, but when you get up close you notice the tiny figures. I’m sure fans of the Janoski will appreciate this colorway.
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Pick Up The Nike Air Force 1 Ultra Flyknit Low Black/Dark Grey Today
By SoleInsider
If the Nike Air Force 1 Ultra Flyknit Low in the Multicolor colorway wasn’t really your thing, perhaps this toned down version of the model better suits your style. Today we get a closer look at the readily available Black and Dark Grey version of the shoe.
The Air Force 1 Ultra Flyknit Low comes in a black and dark grey Flyknit upper accompanied by the leather hits placed on the tongue, heel tab and Nike Swoosh of the shoe. The tonal look of the upper is nicely contrasted by the white corked-out sole unit to give the shoe a nice balance and make it an ideal option for the Spring. Up for grabs now, pick up pair of your own for $160.
First previewed here on Kicks On Fire over the weekend, we are now beginning to see better and better pictures of the upcoming Nike Air Foamposite created for the 2016 Rio Olympics.
This pair of Foamposites takes on the traditional Olympic/USA color scheme and is dressed in a combination of red, white, blue and gold. White covers the foam shell upper while blue landing on the tongue, eyestay, inner bootie and heel. Red can then be seen on the inner liner. Finishing off the Olympic theme are hits of gold on the One Cent branding on the heel, the Swoosh by the toe, the aglets, and on the stripe running down the tongue. An icy blue translucent outsole has also been added for good measure.
At the moment the Nike Air Foamposite One Olympic is expected to release on July 22nd for a retail price of $250. Do you like what you see or will these be a pass for you?
I’m not a fan of Foamposites, but I feel like Nike did a pretty good job executing the Olympic theme on this sneaker. My favorite parts would have to be the gold detailing.
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Are You A Fan Of The Nike Free Huarache Carnivore Emerald
By SoleInsider
NikeLab is getting ready to release another colorway of the Nike Free Huarache Carnivore, and this time around the model will come dressed in a vintage colorway you might find familiar. Let’s take a closer look at the Nike Free Huarache Carnivore Emerald.
This latest version of the hybrid sneaker rocks the Emerald colorway which consist of an emerald shade complimented by the black overlay construction placed in areas such as the toe and midfoot strap. Below you will find a Nike Free 5.0 sole unit to offer you maximum flexibility. Dropping April 14th at select NikeLab retailers, let us know what you think bout the Nike Free Huarache Carnivore Emerald.
The shoe never got my attention when it released in the tonal white and tonal black colorway. This Emerald version really pops very nicely on the shoe. The only thing I could do without is the zebra print on the midsole. In my opinion it kind of feels out of place.
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The Nike Air Berwuda Is Back In A Black And White Colorway
By SoleInsider
The Nike Air Berwuda made its debut back in 2014 as a part of the Nike Sportswear division. Almost two years after its original release we haven’t seen much from the Berwuda, until now.
This new colorway of the Air Berwuda features a simple color combination as Black dominates most of the upper with Off-White detailing landing on the side panels, inner liner, midsole and outsole. The sneaker features a mesh upper with suede and woven mesh. The tongue and heel wrap also both feature perforations.
If you’re a fan of the Air Berwuda then you can scoop up this colorway now at select Nike retailers for $110.
I remember my brother buying a pair of Berwudas back when they first released. I also wanted to buy a pair but he said that they weren’t all that comfortable so I never pulled the trigger. This black and off-white colorway is not bad, but I would have to try on a pair for myself to see if I’d want to buy it.
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Its The Nike Air Force 1 Lows Turn To Get The Remastered Treatment
By SoleInsider
Nike decided to give the Nike Air Force 1 High the remastered treatment last year. That meant that shoe was constructed to almost the exact specifications of the 1982 OG release. Better materials (leather) and vintage branding was placed on the remastered pairs. This year the Nike Air Force 1 Low is the one that’s going to get remastered look.
The remastered Nike Air Force 1 Low will have OG characteristics such as the “Nike Air” branding on the heel and tongue, better quality leather and hopefully OG color schemes. Above you see the two colorways that have been revealed, a white leather upper offset with contrasting blue or red hits placed on the outsole, lining, Nike Swoosh, heel tab and tongue branding. If you’re a fan of the Lows, expect these to drop sometime this Summer. Hot or not? Let us know what you think in the comments below.
This is pretty cool to see. I really liked the leather used o the AF1 High OG pairs, if they use the same quality on these, I will be all over them. Nice to see these classics getting remastered.
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A Multicolor Option Of The Nike Flyknit Chukka Golf Is Now Available
By SoleInsider
The Nike Flyknit Chukka Golf was officially unveiled back in February and it’s pretty much the same as the original Nike Flyknit Chukka except with a new Free sole that has been modified for the golf course.
We now present to you a new colorway that will have non-golf fans wanting to go after a pair. Official images above show a new multicolor option of the Nike Flyknit Chukka Golf that combine Black, Blue Glow, Bright Crimson, and White. Volt Flywire has been added for that lockdown fit along with a white sole.
If any golf fans or just any sneakerheads with great taste in Flyknits are looking to cop this pair, you can do so now on nike.com for $190.
I’m a big fan of the original Nike Lunar Flyknit Chukka and since this Golf version looks almost the same I also like it. This multicolor colorway is really nice. That white Swoosh gives the shoe a perfect pop.
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The Nike Internationalist Premium Wolf Grey Keeps it Tonal
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The Nike Internationalist Premium Wolf Grey is a sneaker that looks to be a great option for the Spring season. While bold and bright sneakers are always a popular option for the current season, tonal and versatile sneakers are also a hot commodity. The tonal Wolf Grey hue placed on the Internationalist Premium will look dope with anything you pair it up with.
Dressed in a suede Wolf Grey, the entire shoe comes in monochromatic fashion. A darker colored Wolf Grey appears on the tongue and heel Nike branding to create minimal contrast. The base of the shoe is then placed above a white midsole to create some overall balance on the shoe. Available internationally, it’s only a matter of time before these drop stateside.
The all-suede look is always a look I appreciate on sneakers, and this pair is no different. Great looking shoe that requires very little effort. Good work.
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The Nike SB Janoski Max Gamma Blue Is Ready For Summer
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We’ve yet to see a true and through sequel to Nike Skateboarding’s instant classic that is the Nike SB Stefan Janoski, and a lot of that can be attributed to the skating brand fooling around with different outsole toolings and material mockups like this Nike SB Stefan Janoski Max. The skating/lifestyle crossover model features a natural motion and visible air combination on the outsole, a Lunarlon footbed, and bolstered mesh for a breezy ride throughout. The latest colorway brings back the Gamma Blue shade popularized around Christmas 2013 for a vibrant summer-ready finish. A faint striped graphic is camouflaged given the similar shades throughout. Expect this monochromatic Janoski Max to hit retailers in the near future. Check out more official photos below.
The Nike Bruin made its return not too long ago. We’ve already seen a couple of colorways release, including the beloved Marty McFly version. Today we take a look at the two upcoming colorways set to drop this week.
Then two new colorways will both be constructed out of a premium white leather base. One will come accented by Loyal Blue accents found on the Nike Swoosh, tongue branding and heel branding, while the second pair opts to use Wolf Grey as the contrasting color on the same designated areas. A set of white laces and a white sole unit complete the classic look of the vintage Nike basketball shoe. Set to drop internationally April 14th for $110, let us know what you think in the comments below.
If you’re a fan of vintage Nike basketball sneakers, owning a pair of the Nike Bruin is a must. Few Nike basketball shoes have more history than this pair.
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