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How many of you remember Kevin Durant’s Nike KD 4 Year of the Dragon? This clean colorway of Durant’s signature model dropped back in 2012 to celebrate the Chinese zodiac sign, the Year of the Dragon. For 2024, it is being rumored that a Nike KD 4 Year of the Dragon 2.0 release is in the works.

The Nike KD 4 Year of the Dragon 2.0 comes dressed in a Khaki, Noble Red, Sesame, Cacao Wow, and Gum Yellow color scheme. The sneaker features a Khaki and Sesame upper with added TPU reinforcement on the ripstop base layer. The KD 4’s signature straps are given a woodgrain-like pattern as well as a Noble Red Swoosh. Additionally, you’ll also find an embroidered Swoosh on the medial ankle that is cleverly combined with a dragon motif that pays homage to the Year of the Dragon. A Gum Yellow rubber sole is also in play.

Releasing in men’s sizing, the Nike KD 4 Year of the Dragon 2.0 is currently slated to release during Spring 2024 at select retailers and Nike SNKRS for the retail price of $130. For a complete guide including official photos, release dates, pricing and where to buy, visit: Nike KD 4 Year of the Dragon 2.0.

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UPDATE (11/3): Here is a first look at the Nike KD 4 Year of the Dragon 2.0. Retailing for $130, look for this new colorway of the Nike KD 4 to release during February 2024 at select retailers and Nike.com. Images via via Fuel Kicks.

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The women’s-exclusive Nike Gamma Force has released in a handful of colorways following its debut earlier this year. On deck we take a look at the basketball-inspired low top model in the classic “University Blue” color makeup. Covered in a full leather construction throughout the upper, this Nike Gamma Force gets a heavy dose of White throughout along with subtle Light Smoke Grey accents as well as University Blue on the Swooshes, inner liner, and heel branding. The thick rubber midsole is done in white while all three aforementioned hues combine on the rubber outsole. You can look for this Nike Gamma Force to release in early 2024 for $90.

For a complete guide including official photos, release dates, pricing and where to buy, visit: Nike Gamma Force WMNS University Blue. Always keep it locked to KicksOnFire for the latest in sneaker news, release dates and where to purchase your favorite kicks.

In Jordan Brand news this week, the Air Jordan 1 High OG Royal Reimagined releases tomorrow.

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The Nike Air Huarache Runner has been on a roll this week as another clean offering of the model has surfaced with this “Light Iron Ore” pair. Essentially taking on a tonal appearance, this Nike Air Huarache gets done in an official color palette of Light Iron Ore, Iron Grey, White, and Flat Pewter as the sleek model takes on a mesh, leather, suede, and neoprene construction throughout the upper which is covered in various shades of grey. Additional design details include a dark grey TPU heel counter with tonal Nike branding, Swoosh checks on the toes, both side panels, and heels, and the signature Air Huarache branding on the tongues. White rubber midsoles and black rubber outsole finish off the design on this Nike Air Huarache Runner that will be releasing spring 2024 for $140. Will you be adding these to your collection?

For a complete guide including official photos, release dates, pricing and where to buy, visit: Nike Air Huarache Runner Light Iron Ore. Always keep it locked to KicksOnFire for the latest in sneaker news, release dates and where to purchase your favorite kicks.

In Jordan Brand news this week, the Air Jordan 1 High OG Royal Reimagined releases tomorrow.

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Another new versatile offering of the Nike Dunk Low is headed our way for the spring of 2024 as we preview the Nike Dunk Low “Light Carbon”. Covered in White, Light Carbon, and Platinum Tint, this Nike Dunk Low gets a clean and timeless look as the sneaker begins with a White smooth leather construction on the base of the upper with light grey placed all on the overlays. For a premium touch we see dark grey suede Swooshes on the side panels along with light grey heel tabs. To cap off the design we see Sail rubber midsoles and a semi-translucent outsole. Check out a preview below and look for this Nike Dunk Low “Light Carbon” to releasing spring 2024 for $130.

For a complete guide including official photos, release dates, pricing and where to buy, visit: Nike Dunk Low Light Carbon. Always keep it locked to KicksOnFire for the latest in sneaker news, release dates and where to purchase your favorite kicks.

In Jordan Brand news this week, the Air Jordan 1 High OG Royal Reimagined releases on November 4th.

UPDATE (11/2): After giving you a first look yesterday, we now have official images of the Nike Dunk Low Light Carbon to share with you. Look for these to drop during the Spring of 2024.

With colder and wetter months being right around the corner, it’s time time change up your sneaker rotation to pairs that are more suitable for the climate ahead. For all you Air Max heads that love wearing them throughout the year, here’s a pair that won’t get messed up during less than ideal weather.

Dubbed the Nike Air Max 90 Gore-Tex Bright Crimson, this iteration of the Air Max 90 is the latest addition to Nike’s Gore-Tex offerings. Done in a Summit White, Cool Grey, and Bright Crimson color scheme, this pair is given a mesh and leather upper consisting of a neutral-colored base that’s offset by the Crimson accents. Being that this is a Gore-Tex iteration of the model, this Air Max 90 is waterproof and will help keep you dry in wet conditions. Gore-Tex branding on the tongues and side panels, a White midsole and Black rubber outsole round out the main features of the sneaker.

Retailing for $160, look for the Nike Air Max 90 Gore-Tex Bright Crimson to release on January 11th at select retailers and Nike.com. For a complete guide including official photos, release dates, pricing and where to buy, visit: Nike Air Max 90 Gore-Tex Bright Crimson.

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Set to be one of several releases celebrating next year’s Nike Chinese New Year collection, here are official images of the Nike Air Force 1 Low Year of the Dragon.

Inspired by the zodiacal figure of 2024, this holiday-inspired iteration of the Nike Air Force 1 Low is highlighted by the dragon-inspired pattern on the Swooshes and heel tabs that is meant to mimic the skin of a dragon. Other defining features include the special tongue tag that reads “Just Do It” and also features the “D” in “DO” strategically shaped like a dragon. Adding to the ?Year of the Dragon? theme are the textile tongue labels and branded insoles as well as the uniquely designed jewel dubraes.

The Nike Air Force 1 Low Year of the Dragon does not have an official release date yet, but current reports suggest we see these make their debut sometime during the month of January. Stay tuned for confirmed release info. For a complete guide including official photos, release dates, pricing and where to buy, visit: Nike Air Force 1 Low Year of the Dragon.

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The Malachite (green) hue will make its way onto the Nike Dunk Low in 2024 with this new grade school offering of the popular model. Equipped with a full leather construction on the upper, this Nike Dunk Low begins with a pristine White on the base with tonal detailing on the tongues, laces, inner liner, rubber midsoles, and the embroidered Nike branding on the heels. The defining Malachite green hue is then noted on the overlays and rubber outsoles. To finish off the design we see Photo Blue and Black accents on the branding and heel tabs. Get a full look above and expect this grade school colorway of the Nike Dunk Low to release spring 2024 for $90.

For a complete guide including official photos, release dates, pricing and where to buy, visit: Nike Dunk Low GS Malachite. Always keep it locked to KicksOnFire for the latest in sneaker news, release dates and where to purchase your favorite kicks.

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The iconic Nike SB Blazer Mid keeps it clean and simple as a new “Green Suede” colorway of the model is here for the fall of 2023. This Nike SB Blazer Mid comes covered in a green suede construction all over the upper with that same green hue noted on the mesh tongues and inner liners, and the Nike branding on the tongues and heels. For contrast we have the addition of White on the jumbo leather Swooshes and heel tabs, laces, tongue tags, and the rubber midsoles. A light gum rubber outsole down below caps off the look on this Nike SB Blazer Mid that will be releasing in the coming weeks for $90. Is this a cop or pass for you?

For a complete guide including official photos, release dates, pricing and where to buy, visit: Nike SB Blazer Mid Green Suede. Always keep it locked to KicksOnFire for the latest in sneaker news, release dates and where to purchase your favorite kicks.

In Jordan Brand news this week, the Air Jordan 1 High OG Royal Reimagined releases on November 4th.

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Australia’s April Skateboards joins forces with Nike SB to create a collaborative edition of the Nike SB Dunk Low. Previewed below, the April Skateboards x Nike SB Dunk Low features a White, Metallic Silver, and Turbo Green color combo as the sneaker starts off with white mesh detailing on the side panels and heels along with tonal leather toes. To break up the all white upper we see the addition of Turbo Green suede overlays. Design highlights then include Metallic Silver Swooshes on the side panels along with April branding on the lateral ankle and heels. Down below we see white midsoles and translucent outsoles with the brand?s signature rose logo on the underfoot.

Current reports have the April Skateboards x Nike SB Dunk Low releasing on November 27th at select skate shops, April Skateboards, and Nike.com (SNKRS) for a retail price of $135. Keep it locked to Kicks On Fire for updates. For a complete guide including official photos, release dates, pricing and where to buy, visit: April Skateboards x Nike SB Dunk Low.

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ABOUT THE RELEASE: April Skateboards is a skateboard company owned by Australian skateboarder Shane O’Neill. The company was first teased after Shane’s departure from Primitive Skateboards. As of 2022, the team consists of Shane O’Neill, Guy Mariano, Yuto Horigome, Ish Cepeda and Rayssa Leal.

UPDATE (11/2): Here’s a look at official images of the April Skateboards x Nike SB Dunk Low that is currently expected to release on November 27th. Stay tuned to Kicks On Fire for updates.

UPDATE (10/3): April Skateboards has announced that the April Skateboards x Nike SB Dunk Low will be releasing in November ? which is expected on November 13th. Newest images courtesy of zsneakerheadz.

UPDATE (6/7): Here is an on-feet look at the April Skateboards x Nike SB Dunk Low via yankeekicks. Stay tuned for an official release date.

UPDATE (6/6): Here is our latest look at the April Skateboards x Nike SB Dunk Low courtesy of fk.shane. This is said to be the retail version of the release. The difference between these and the sample comes by way of the darker Turbo Green used on the suede overlay and icy translucent outsoles. Look for these to release sometime during the month of November.

UPDATE 4/6: Private Selection gives us a detailed look at the April Skateboards x Nike SB Dunk Low. Look for these to release during Summer 2023 at select skate shops, April Skateboards, and Nike.com (SNKRS). Retail is set at $120.

UPDATE (3/20): Here’s an in-hand look at the April Skateboards x Nike SB Dunk Low via masterchefian.

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Nike mixes up materials on this new colorway of the Nike Dunk Low to give the popular model a premium look. Covered in earth tones of Coconut Milk, Sesame, Alabaster, Light Bone, Neutral Olive, and Dark Stucco, this Nike Dunk Low blends an array of materials all throughout the upper which include leather, suede, and canvas. Additional design highlights include hemp laces, the addition of new mini Swooshes on the lateral ankles, hairy suede Swooshes, and pops of red on the tongue and heel branding. Without a doubt this is one of the best Dunk that we’ve seen this year. Will you be going after a pair? Look for a release to take place in women’s sizing on February 2024 for $135. Make sure you keep it locked to Kicks On Fire for updates.

For a complete guide including official photos, release dates, pricing and where to buy, visit: Nike Dunk Low WMNS Sesame. Always keep it locked to KicksOnFire for the latest in sneaker news, release dates and where to purchase your favorite kicks.

In Jordan Brand news this week, the Air Jordan 1 High OG Royal Reimagined releases on November 4th.

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In addition to the upcoming Nike Dunk Low GS Malachite that is currently expected to release next year, now we take a look at an adult colorway which uses the same shade of green. Covered in Summit White, Malachite, Platinum Tint, and White, this Nike Dunk Low gets covered in the familiar all leather construction throughout the upper with White serving as the base hue and Platinum Tint noted on the overlays. For some color we see the addition of Malachite on the Swooshes, the additional Nike branding on the tongues, insoles, and heels, and the rubber outsoles. More White detailing is then seen on the tongues, laces, inner liner, and midsoles. Check out official images below and expect this Nike Dunk Low to release during spring 2024 for $115.

For a complete guide including official photos, release dates, pricing and where to buy, visit: Nike Dunk Low Malachite. Always keep it locked to KicksOnFire for the latest in sneaker news, release dates and where to purchase your favorite kicks.

In Jordan Brand news this week, the Air Jordan 1 High OG Royal Reimagined releases on November 4th.

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The Nike Air Max 1 86 OG made its debut in 2023 when it released in the OG Big Bubble University Red colorway. For those of you that are fans, Nike will continue dropping more flavors of the model throughout 2024 with one of those pairs being this “Black Denim” offering. Utilizing materials that we don’t typically see on the Air Max 1, this offering of the classic Tinker Hatfield-designed model takes on an official color palette of Black, White, Pink Foam, Football Grey, and Coconut Milk as the shoe gets constructed out of tumbled leather, canvas, denim, and suede. Design highlights include black denim on the side panels and heels, black tumbled leather mudguards, Football Grey suede on the toes and ankles, and Pink foam detailing on the laces, midfoot, tongues, and inner liner. To wrap things up we see white tumbled leather Swooshes on the side panels, black Nike branding on the tongues and heels, Coconut Milk rubber midsole, and pink and blue combining on the rubber outsole. The Nike Air Max 1 ?86 OG ?Black Denim? is currently slated to release during spring 2024 for $170. Are you feeling these?

For a complete guide including official photos, release dates, pricing and where to buy, visit: Nike Air Max 1 86 OG Black Denim. Always keep it locked to KicksOnFire for the latest in sneaker news, release dates and where to purchase your favorite kicks.

In Jordan Brand news this week, the Air Jordan 1 High OG Royal Reimagined releases on November 4th.

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If there was a “coziest sneaker of the year” award, these would be at the very top of the list, right? Dropping in the coming months, here are official images of the Nike Air Force 1 Low GS Valentine?s Day.

This Valentine?s Day iteration of the Nike Air Force 1 Low is a kids exclusive. Done in a Fire Red/Light Crimson-White-Pink Foam-Team Red color scheme, the sneaker features an upper that is covered entirely in a soft and cozy fleece material. It starts off with a White base, that’s then contrasted by the bold Red hue on the overlays, laces, lining and outsole. Adding to the Valentine’s Day theme are the heart patterns on the tongues and the cool little love letter tags attached on the heels.A White midsole atop the aforementioned Red rubber outsole completes the look.

Retailing for $100, look for the Nike Air Force 1 Low GS Valentine?s Day to debut sometime around Valentine’s Day 2024. For a complete guide including official photos, release dates, pricing and where to buy, visit: Nike Air Force 1 Low GS Valentine?s Day.

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Slated to arrive during the Spring of 2024, here is a first look at the Nike Dunk Low WMNS Light Bone Light Armory Blue.

This new women’s colorway of the Dunk Low comes dressed in a White/Light Armory Blue-Light Bone color scheme all while being constructed in the traditional leather upper/mesh base combo. Light-colored in appearance, the sneaker features a White base gently contrasted by the Light Bone overlays and the hits of Light Armory Blue on the Swoosh logos, heel tabs, tongue, insole branding, and the newly added mini Swoosh on the forefoot. Completing the look is a White midsole atop a Light Bone rubber outsole.

Ladies, are you feeling these? Retailing for $120, look for the Nike Dunk Low WMNS Light Bone Light Armory Blue to release sometime during the Spring of 2024 at select retailers and Nike.com. For a complete guide including official photos, release dates, pricing and where to buy, visit: Nike Dunk Low WMNS Light Bone Light Armory Blue.

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With Ja Morant currently facing a 25 game suspension for conduct detrimental to the league, it is very unlikely that he’ll be an All-Star this season due to lack of games played. Despite this, Nike has created a special “All-Star” colorway of his signature Nike Ja 1 which is showcased below. Highlighted by its multicolor appearance, this Nike Ja 1 features a color makeup of Black, Wolf Grey, Racer Blue, Bright Crimson, Bright Mandarin, and Volt as the sneaker will definitely be turning some heads. Design highlights include special tongue tags and graphic insoles depicting a calendar, and blue-tinted translucent outsoles which read ?Now I?m proud to say I work for the Check.? referencing a Ja Morant tweet from 2019. Check out the Nike Ja 1 ?All-Star? below and look for a release to take place on February 16th for $140. Stay tuned for more updates.

All my life my parents worked for a check. Now I?m proud to say I work for the check. #Nike #NikeBasketball pic.twitter.com/b1mTTJLySr

— Ja Morant (@JaMorant) May 27, 2019

For a complete guide including official photos, release dates, pricing and where to buy, visit: Nike Ja 1 All-Star. Always keep it locked to KicksOnFire for the latest in sneaker news, release dates and where to purchase your favorite kicks.

In Jordan Brand news this week, the Air Jordan 1 High OG Royal Reimagined releases on November 4th.