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Archive for May, 2014
Nike Air Force 1 Low Sail/University Red/Gum/Light Brown
May 31st
Originally released in 1982, the Nike Air Force 1 was the first Nike model to feature “Air technology”. Designed by Bruce Kilgore, and named after the aircraft that transports the President of the United States. Although this edition (the Nike Air Force 1 Low) is a low cut, a padded ankle collar is in place for a comfortable fit. A neutral colored upper and midsole take up most of the shoe while pops of University Red stand out. The gum sole caps off the sneaker.
Available in stores and online Saturday.
Nike Air Bakin’ Game Royal/Varsity Maize
May 31st
When the Nike Air Bakin’ made its debut, it was actually in a fiery red and black that was associated to Tim Hardaway’s time playing for the Miami Heat. Before he landed in South Beach, however, Hardaway had previously played a full seven seasons elsewhere. The Game Royal and Varsity Maize colorway on this shoe point towards his tenure with the Golden State Warriors. Equipped with a white leather upper contrasted by a Varsity Maize base, Game Royal works the leather mudguard and textile tongue and collar.
Available online only Saturday.
Nike Flyknit Chukka Orange/Volt
May 30th
Set to a blazing color palette of bright orange, this edition of the Nike Flyknit Chukka features an upper with volt threads woven throughout. A white Nike Free 5.0 sole replaces the Lunarlon cushioning seen on the similar silhouette, offering more flex but solid stability. A grey tongue, laces and Swoosh, along with the white Free sole, round out the details for this latest drop. These kicks are the way to go this summer.
Available in stores and online.
Nike Air Max 90 Jacquard ‘Magista Collection’
May 30th
The Nike Air Max 90 Jacquard ‘Magista Collection’ breathes new life into the Air Max 90 upper by eliminating traditional panels and overlays with a single piece of fabric. The capabilities of the distinctive jacquard weaving process allow this sneaker to stand out from other models. For a focus in comfort, a lighter phylon midsole with forefoot flex grooves replaces the sneaker’s traditional polyurethane.
Available in select stores. Check out Release Locator for stores.
Nike Free Flyknit Chukka ‘Magista Collection’
May 29th
The Nike Free Flyknit Chukka ‘Magista Collection’ is the ultimate everyday shoe. To achieve this goal on a technical level, the sneaker’s design integrates the second skin-like fit of Nike Flyknit and feather-light support of Nike Flywire with the barefoot feel of Nike Free. The Nike Free Flyknit Chukka delivers the classic Nike Free feel by sporting the same Nike Sportswear-specific outsole as the Nike Free OG and Breathe.
Available in select stores. Check out Release Locator for stores.
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May 29th
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Nike Free Flyknit Chukka Game Royal
May 29th
A flexible take on the Lunar and Flyknit favorite, the Nike Free Flyknit Chukka Game Royal arrives just in time for the summer. The mid-top sneaker integrates a woven Flyknit upper and Free outer sole. This time the sneaker receives a game royal upper, with a turquoise tongue, wolf grey detailing and orange Dynamic Flywire. The colorway is notably balanced: a turquoise tongue breaks up the blues, with orange eyelets, and trail laces creating contrast.
Available in stores.
Nike Fingertrap Max ‘Sea’
May 28th
The Nike Fingertrap Max Free ‘Sea’ is an innovative training shoe that offers excellent cushioning and an adaptive, breathable fit. Inspired by a toy finger trap, the upper features overlapping bands that wrap the foot for a stable, comfortable fit. When your foot moves from side to side, the pliant bands engage and tighten for support, and when your foot is resting or moving forward or backward, the bands relax for flexibility. Perfect for intense training in the gym or on the field, it’s a focus on traction, breathability and comfort that separates the Fingertrap Max Free from the rest.
Available now in select stores and online.
Nike LeBron 11 Max Low “Turbo Green”
May 28th
Low cut and sleek, the Nike LeBron 11 Low represents an evolution of King James’ signature shoe, with a full-length Max Air bag for optimum cushioning and flexibility. Inspired by the tranquil waters of Miami, the new “Turbo Green” colorway is complimented nicely by Laser Crimson accents, with a unique pattern on the Swoosh. Pick up a pair starting this Saturday, May 24th at Foot Locker, House of Hoops by Foot Locker and Footlocker.com (starting at 8:00 a.m. EDT) for $ 170. Kids grade school sizes will also be available. Check the Launch Locator to see which stores will have this release.
Nike LeBron 11 Low “Dunkman”
May 27th
From Day 1, LeBron James announced his presence in the league with a thunderous cupped dunk that had people in awe, and thus the legend of the “Dunkman” was born. This weekend, Nike Basketball brings the popular “Dunkman” series to the LeBron 11 Low silhouette. Low cut and sleek, the LeBron 11 Low represents an evolution of King James’ signature shoe, with a full-length Max Air bag for optimum cushioning and flexibility. Volt accents on the upper, including laces, Max Air unit, outsole and splatter graphic add pop to the Medium Khaki/Medium Olive palette. You can pick up a pair starting this Friday, May 30th at Foot Locker, House of Hoops by Foot Locker and Footlocker.com (starting at 8:00 a.m. EDT) for $ 170. Check the Launch Locator to see which stores will have this release.
