Sneak(er) Peak: Bordeaux Spizike

Killa K is such a fan of the Spizikes, I had to make sure these were mentioned on the blog. According to Killa, the Spizikes are arguably, the best Jordan brand hybird out there and they are now getting an iconic Retro colorway. The "Bordeaux" colorway is borrowed from the Jordan VII and now being blended into the Spizike.  Although, it isn't scheduled to come out until February 2012, I'm sure many sneakerheads will be excited. Is it possible that Jordan Brand will continue releasing more Air Jordan Retro inspired colorways of the Spizike in 2012? Only time will tell.

Confirmed: Air Jordan III "Black Flip"

A few days ago, Jordan Brand confirmed that the Air Jordan 3 Black Flip is set to release next month. Images of the "Black Flip" surfaced back in late summer, which helped it to gain anticipation from sneakers heads. Anticipation will finally be met, as the shoe is set to be released on a pair on December 3rd. The Black Flips are the start of what is set to be a steady release of highly sought after Jordans for the holiday season. Including the Air Jordan 3 Black and Cement and the and the Air Jordan XI "Concords".

The "Black Flips" colorway is Black/Metallic Silver and has a retail price of $175. Check with your local Jordan Brand accounts stores for more information regarding this release.

AIR JORDAN 3 "OREGON DUCKS"

ANY BODY SEE THE CUSTOM OREGON DUCKS 3S.  THIS SHOE ALMOST MADE ME WISH I WENT TO OREGON INSTEAD OF LSU...... HAHAHAHA SIIIIKKKKEEEE J/K GEAUX TIGERS FOR ANY TIGERS READING THIS.  ANYWAY THIS REALLY IS A DOPE SHOE. THE DUCKS GET JUST BOUT EVERYTHING.  IVE SEEN THE CUSTOM 9S AND NOW THESE.  LUCKY!!!!

AIR JORDAN 12 "PLAYOFF" AND "OBSIDIAN" 1ST LOOK

MONTH AGO A COUPLE SITES BROKE THE NEWS THAT THESES TWO COLORWAY WERE COMING BACK OUT IN 2012.  S/O TO THESHOEGAME AND NICEKICKS, TWO OF MY FAVORITE SITES FOR BREAKING THE NEWS FIRST.  HERES A LOOK AT THE SAMPLES MOST OF THE OG DETAILS ARE STILL THE SAME LIKE THE LEATHER.  THESE ARE DEFIANTLY A COP FOR ME BUT FOR THE PEOPLE THAT CANT WAIT YOU MIGHT WANNA CHECK EBAY BUT BE PREPARED TO DISH OUT THE CASH FOR THE OG VERSIONS.  OR  CAN WAIT AND PAY 160 FOR EM.

CARTER 4 VS WATCH THE THRONE

Alot of people have been talking about the Carter 4 and Watch the throne.  Me personally from first listening i like the collaboration wit Kanye and Hov.  The beats, message, and the delivery of both rappers is what stood out to me.  Seemed like they both had fun with the cd.  After listening to the Carter i thought this was by far the worst of the Carter series, but listening and listening then listening again i was like this isnt that bad. its still not as good as the Carter 1 but its not that bad.  The cd defiantly has some club bangers on it.  She will- ft. Drake, So special- ft john legend and Its good with jadakiss round out a good cast of collaborations.  Overall I give Carter 4 3.75/ 5 stars.

           

"Glow in the dark" Yeezys

For those that attended the “Back for the Future” event, You may remember Tiffany Beers rocking an exclusive pair of the Nike Air Yeezy, that featured a Glow in the Dark Upper. Though no photo of the Yeezy Beers wore was taken, Sole Collector was able to bring back a few flicks of the actual shoe that was featured in 2009′s Yeezy issue. Just about everything on this Nike Air Yeezy is “Glow in the Dark” except for the gold and brown liner. Check out the photos after the Jump!

source: Modern Notoriety 

For the Ladies: Nike Air Max 95s "Vivid Grape"

When my homegirl, Killa K saw these 95s she got so juiced, so I had to share them with the rest of my lady sneakerheads. These Nike Air Max 95 "Vivid Grapes" are the newest colorway for ladies in the Air Max 95 family. I hope you can rock them like my girl Killa K, and wear them with confidence and don't care to have a little attention drawn to you because this is one bright colorway!

Make sure that you hit up your local Nike Retailer to grab a pair today. If you're anything like Killa K, you'll have a Married to the Mob tee to rock with it!

Sneak(er) Peak: Nike SB Dunk High "Cigar"

Here you guys go, the first look at the "Cigar" Nike SB Dunk High. About 2 weeks ago, a teaser image hit the web, and then a sneak peak of the limited edition cigar box packageing (see below) also released. Finally after teasers and rumors a full photo of the shoe has been released. The Dunk, which was designed by Todd Bratrud is completely covered in suede and nubuck material. In addition, the rumor is the center panel features a tear away material that shows the cigar's guts, which sounds so fresh! Unfortantely, no release date has been released, but it is known that the Dunk will release next month.

Keep posted to the site, as soon as more information is released, you guys will be the first to know.

Winter Gear: Gucci Duck Boots

If I was still in Denver, these Duck boot would definetly be an automatic cop, honestly they still might be a cop. Gucci does such a nice job of making the classic duck book design their very own by adding this nice espresso color to the cotton-leather mix upper. The boots are set to drop in Gucci's Fall/Winter 2011 collection.

Photos courtest of High Society

An Original is Back: Nike Air Trainer SC II

My boy G Roc over at TSG told us a while ago about the return of the original Nike Air Trainer SC II colorway coming back this Friday 2 September 2011. Yet just as a heads up there are some stores that already have these OG Trainers available now. Also thanks to Kicks Hawaii, there are even better pictures of the Infrared and Citron Trainer SC II. The best thing about theses photos are that they confirm that the OG-style Nike hangtag will be included in the shoe.

Make sure you hit up your local Nike retailer to grab a pair.

Photos courtesy of KicksHi

Nike Air Yeezy 2 New Colorway

Unless you were sitting under a rock, or were just really concentrating on the Sunday Night Football, you missed the 2011 MTV VMA's on Sunday. More importantly, you missed Kanye West wearing a new colorway of the Nike Air Yeezy 2's. During his preformance with Jay Z of their 1st single Otis off their new album Watch the Throne, Kanye rocked this new unseen colorway. In the similar theme of the Air Yeezy 1, the Air Yeezy 2 also features a Zen Grey color scheme.

Still no release information has been given, so continue to be on the look out for the release day on these and other Air Yeezy colorways.

New Music: Kanye West & Jay-Z - "Otis"

If you have been living under a rock then maybe you missed the the news, but its official Watch the Throne; the highly anticipated collabration album from Jay Z and Kanye West will release August 8 on iTunes and a few days later on August 12 CD copy will be available. Also be on the look out for their upcoming tour as dates, locations and venues have already been announced.

To get you even more excited here it the recently release single "Otis". Better enjoy it before its taken down!

Sneak(er) Peak: Air Yeezy 2

Last week, we all received the news that the collaborated effort from Kanye West and Jay Z Watch the Throne now has an official release date. On the other hand, the same cannot be said for Mr. West's Air Yeezy 2. Yet, never to disappoint we were able to snag a sneak peak of the Black and Pink colorway seen in a screen shot of the recent documentary from the forthcoming album. Unfortunately, nothing else can be seen or said about the Yeezy 2 except that it will be black and pink and have gold accents. Nonetheless, the hype continues, and hopefully we will get more information on the release of the shoe soon.

FRESH STEPS CHARITY SNEAKER EVENT

Below is the video our boy G Roc from TSG help us out with. Check it out below it features me, Chevis Jackson of the Denver Broncos and my boy, Thomas Decoud of the Atlanta Falcons as we announce ourFresh Steps event. The youth charity sneaker event is July 8, 2011 at 595 North, from 8:30pm-11pm. The Fresh Steps event will be hosted by Chevis Jackson, Earl Bennett and Thomas Decoud.

Below is the Official Flyer for the event!!! Tell all of your friends and if you're in the Atlanta area, stop by, win some prizes, show love to the kids, and say hello, let me know you read the blog!!

Air Jordan X "Chicago" Confirmed

The 2012 release of the Air Jordan X "Chicago" has been officially confirmed. Last seen in 2008 in the 10/13 Defining Moments Pack, the Chicago Jordan X, is finally making its much anticipated comeback. The leaked information states that a January 2012 release is expect. Personally, I can't wait so see these come back. Make sure you grab a pair when they return. 

Info via: TSG

Doernbecher CONFIRMED

News was confirmed yesterday that the Air Jordan IV will be the 2011 Doernbecher Jordan.  In case you weren't aware the Doernbecher Jordan is designed by a child at the Children's Hospital bearing the same name. The concepts that come from these designs have been truly one of a kind, and quite creative every year. Pictures will surely surface within the next few month, so stay updated with me.  

Note: Picture is not the Doernbecher Jordan IV

Below: Last year's Doernbecher III

About Doernbecher Children’s Hospital:

Doernbecher Children’s Hospital, an integral part of Oregon Health & Science University, is a world-class academic health center that cares for children from around the United States. Based in Portland, Ore., Doernbecher provides children from all corners of the country with outstanding cancer treatment, specialized neurology care, heart surgery with some of the best success rates in the nation, and care in many other specialties of pediatrics. These children receive considerable support from the Doernbecher Children’s Hospital Foundation, which helps the hospital foster valuable partnerships and provides financial assistance. Together, they improve the well-being of children… because every child deserves the best.

In Case You Missed It.....

In case you missed it here at the videos from Atlanta DJ Greg Street, which he used to help publicize the event "6th Annual Sneaker Friends",. Take a look. Beware there is extreme heat in both videos!!!!

Germany's Sneaker Museum

Who's coming to Germany with me? No, I'm not going for the beer, girls or to get a new pair of Adidas,  I'm going to check out the Sneaker Museum. Sure we here in the U.S. have a large sneaker culture, Japan's is even larger than ours, but no one has anything on the sneaker culture that has been taking place in Europe. The newest event to take place because of the sneaker culture in Europe is the opening of the Sneaker Museum in Cologne, Germany. The Museum consists of a gallery fully devoted to sneakers, with the inaugural exhibit being, "The Dunk: Celebrating Colors and Creativity". Hundreds of people crowded the streets to view the opening exhibit which was hosting by Nike Skateboarding and will be on going until next month.

  Photos: Dunk Bar

Air Jordan 1 "Banned"

"On September 15th Nike created a revolutionary new basketball shoe. On October 18th, the NBA threw them out of the game......" 

Back in 1985, Michael Jordan came out on the court in the 1st pair of the Air Jordan's he was later fined $5,000 per game, because at the time, the shoe do not comply with NBA League standard uniform policy. Twenty-sex years later, Jordan has his own brand under the Nike company, and within it a position to create any shoes, some of which make fun of the decision by the NBA in 1985. 

Early this month, there was an unexpected release of the "Banned" Retro 1 at Nike Outlet stores across the nations, and sneakerheads nationally were able to get their hands on them. It was earlier thought that the "Banned" Retro 1 would come with a black "X" on the wings logo on the ankle and Jumpman logos on the tongue and heel, as shown below:

However, this unexpected release proves that the Jordan Brand will continue to come up with the unexpected. The shoes, come in the original banned black and red colorway, and comes with two red "X" logos on the heel and is package in a box that is inspired by the banned legend as is has the "X" logos throughout. 

O course, you can see you're boy Chev, rocking these in the streets o ATL, but in case you haven't seen them below are a few pictures of the "Banned" Retro 1 that was released a few weeks ago.

Pictures: Sole Collector

GEAR: Bobby Fresh Clothing

Although June will be another good month for all the Jordan Heads, sometimes you wanna step out in a shirt that know one has. Sometimes wear another Jordan shirt with your kicks just wont cut it.You know myself and Killa K are always talking about how fresh my kick game is, but sometimes even I need to find that shirt that no one has. Killa K and I stumbled upon this site Bobby Fresh a few weeks ago, and Killa K has already bought herself a few shirts.

With the release if yesterday "True Blue" Air Jordan IIIs, you might want to check out the shirts on this site.
Here's just one of the shirts that's for sell.

My personal favorite:

Ladies, they even thought about you! Killa K loves this same shirt which the site sells in a white and red markup as well as a white and pink markup.

Check the site out, they sell men and women tees, zip up and pull over hoodies, stickers and various accessories.

EVENT: Sneaker Friends 2011

One of the Atlanta's best event is back again; Greg Street’s 6th annual Sneaker Friends event is Sunday, June 5, 2011, from 2p-7pm. This year the event will be held at the Bill Lowe Art Gallery. Sneaker Friends 2011 is an ALL AGES event. I want ALL of my heat, so I won't be getting a display table but I will be in the building ready to buy the heat in my size. Scroll down for all the information that you might need.

Sneaker Friends 2011 Calendar of Events:
Saturday, June 4 – Sneaker Friends VIP Pre-Party at New Era Flagship (117 lucky St./ATL) 6pm-10pm
Sunday, June 5 – Sneaker Friends (6th Annual) at Bill Lowe Art Gallery 2pm-7pm. Set up from 10am-12pm (12pm til 1:30pm is TV taping time for displays & vendors)

Vendor and Display Info:
Vendor Table- $250.00 (1) 6-foot table& (2) chairs.
VIP Section-$500.00 (2) 6-foot table & 4 chairs in sectioned off space.
Display Only-$150.00 (1) 6-foot table, (2) chairs
(All options include 2 admission bands)
Each Additional Table* $125.00 (maximum of 2 per vendor)
Contact for vendor or display: SneakerFriendsTV@gmail.com or (678) 777-5466.

Advance Tickets & Admission:
Advance tickets will be available for $15 on May 25 at Atlanta Athlete’s Foot locations at Lenox Square, South Dekalb, Cumberland and Underground.
Admission at the door is $20.

Location:
Bill Lowe Art Gallery
1555 Peachtree Street #100
Atlanta, GA 30309

(404) 352-8114

 

 

 

Information courtesy of The Shoe Game  

SNEAKER PEEK: Air Jordan III "Black Carbon"

With three OG colors returning this year, Jordan Brand has decided to give us a new colorway. Nothing is know about the sneaker other that the colorway is made up of grey/black carbon/white. You'll have to stay tuned for updates.

Images: Sole Patrol

Kanye in Yeezy 2

Everyone's favorite asshole, Kanye West, was spotted in London's airport after the Coachella Music Festival in his unreleased Nike Air Yeezy 2. Nothing else can really be sad about the shoe, as no information is not about the upcoming release. This is however possibly the clearest image of the Kanye wearing the shoe since its debut in "The Black Mamba" movie; which was posted a month ago. Although really nothing is known about the shoe, thanks to all the photos that have appeared since, its almost certain the new Air Yeezy 2 will have a black upper in a patent leather and mesh with a lime green outsole, possibly translucent or glow in the dark. In addition, what looked to be Nike Air unit from Nike Air Tech Challenge II. But of course, that's just a guess, who knows what the finished product will look like.