Nike LeBron 9 "SWINGMAN" Ode to Ken Griffey Jr

Here we get a better look at the LeBron 9 "SWINGMAN" edition, the LeBron line ode to Ken Griffey Jr, possibly one of the best athlete ever that is STILL under contract to Nike after their playing days are done. Just like Penny Hardaway, the Ken Griffey Jr Retro shoes are hotter that ever now so it makes perfect sense for Nike to continues its relationship and of course Bron2 grew up in those days when JUNIOR was at his prime. Although dubbed the SWINGMAN, it still features Bron2 dunkman logo on the heel with that extra special HALO that is featured on the SWINGMAN logo. Subtle Green Abyss/Obsidian palette with hints of red and the iconic 'DUNKMAN with the HALO" logo on the heel. Makes the shoe look simple, elegant and collectible? Hope they release enough pairs of these so I can get a pair. Images via HoopChina.



Nike LeBron 9
Green Abyss/White-Obsidian-Light Blue Heather
469764-300
03/02/12
$170

Air Jordan 2012 - Official press release

Today (February 7, 2012) –  Jordan Brand, a division of NIKE, Inc., unveiled the AIR JORDAN 2012, the 27th shoe in the AIR JORDAN franchise. The all-new AIR JORDAN 2012 is designed to encourage today’s athletes to rethink performance. This year’s model builds upon the AIR JORDAN 2011’s two midsole modular system by featuring two interchangeable inner sleeves and three interchangeable midsoles for performance customization. The AIR JORDAN 2012 DELUXE will be available in two colorways nationwide on Wednesday, February 8 for a suggested retail price of $223, with the AIR JORDAN 2012 Flight System launching on Saturday, February 25 for a suggested retail price of $180.

The AIR JORDAN 2012 draws inspirational cues from the legacy of Michael Jordan and continues to be one of the best performance shoes available by combining innovative technology and premium materials. The AIR JORDAN 2012’s modular system gives athletes the ability to customize for their unique playing styles and for fit preference by offering 6 different configurations.

"Through comprehensive research we saw an increasing need for footwear that could be customized to meet the needs of the world’s best athletes," said Tinker Hatfield, AIR JORDAN 2012 co-designer and Vice President, Special Projects and Creative Design for NIKE, Inc. "Last year’s AIR JORDAN 2011 began the modular story for the brand with two interchangeable midsoles, but we took it a step further this year by introducing two interchangeable inner sleeves and three interchangeable midsoles to help players 'fly through', 'fly over' or 'fly around' their opponents."

For the player that would like to 'fly around' their opponent, the green midsole features a Nike Zoom unit in the heel for lightweight and responsive cushioning. The blue 'fly over' midsole incorporates a Nike Zoom unit in the forefoot and an encapsulated Air Sole unit in the heel for the perfect blend of responsiveness and impact protection. For the player that would like to 'fly through' their opponent, the orange midsole houses a full-length encapsulated Air Sole unit that provides lightweight cushioning and impact protection for hard landings in the paint.

The AIR JORDAN 2012 also features two interchangeable inner sleeves, one for the player that needs to be quicker on the court and needs more freedom of motion in the ankle, while the high inner sleeve provides more protection around the foot and advanced ankle support.

With legendary shoe designer Tinker Hatfield and Tom Luedecke, Senior Footwear Designer for Jordan Brand at the helm, the shoe's design continues the tradition of using premium materials on the upper by combining Flywire technology with rich, full-grain leather overlays for lightweight support and a premium crafted look. In addition, the AIR JORDAN 2012 features an innovative "Flight Carbon" plate in the midfoot that is made with a combination of glass and carbon fiber and is contoured to the natural shape of the foot for optimal support.

"As a basketball player, I always wanted a shoe that adapted with my game," said Michael Jordan. "On any given night I had to adjust my style of play for countless reasons and the AIR JORDAN 2012 meets those needs with six different configurations. I’m proud to say there is not another shoe like it in the market."

The AIR JORDAN 2012 FLIGHT SYSTEM will be customizable at retail based on the consumers style of play and will feature one inner sleeve and one midsole for a suggested retail price of $180 and will be available on Saturday, February 25. In addition, the AIR JORDAN 2012 will be available on Nike iD on Tuesday, February 14 for a suggested retail price of $205.

AIR JORDAN 2012 DELUXE information

The AIR JORDAN 2012 DELUXE will feature the two inner sleeves and three midsole options allowing for six different shoe configurations for a suggested retail price of $223.

-The AIR JORDAN 2012 DELUXE will be encased in a premium three-tier package:

-The top drawer will feature the AIR JORDAN 2012 DELUXE outershell with one high and one low inner sleeve option.

-Once you dertermine your fit, the second drawer will house the additional high and low inner sleeves.

-The third and final drawer highlights the three midsole options to allow you to customize your flight.

-Options include: Fly Around (Quick), Fly Over (Air) and Fly Through (Explosive)

The NIKE BASKETBALL 2012 Black History month Collection - Limited-edition collection celebrates 36th anniversary of Black History Month.

In celebration of the 36th anniversary of Black History Month, Nike Basketball is introducing a new, limited-edition 2012 Black History Month Collection featuring select basketball signature shoes that includes the Nike Zoom KD IV, Nike Kobe VII System Supreme and LEBRON 9 -- all feature the pattern with dark grey as the base color of each shoe.  While the Nike Sportswear shoes include the Nike Air Force 1, Nike Air Max 1, Nike Blazer and 2012 Nike Huarache Free. In addition to the shoes, select apparel styles include the Nike Destroyer jacket, T-shirt and snapback hat.

NIKE designers developed a signature graphic print and distinct colors that are featured on the shoes. This motif is inspired by the vibrant colors of International African culture, drawing visual cues from Kenyan beads, to the Brazilian Carnivale, to African-American quilt making which originated in the southern United States.

In keeping with a tradition of honoring this holiday by giving back to organizations that work to inspire youth towards greatness, NIKE, Inc. will make a financial contribution to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
The Nike Basketball and Nike Sportswear Black History Month Collection will be available at select retailers this month and at NikeStore.com beginning February 11. 

adidas adiZero Rose 2.5 ‘All-Star’ - Florida Oranges

When you go purchase a box of orange juice, you ever read the label that tells you where these companies are getting their oranges from? If you can read and do read the labels, most will say either California or Florida oranges. So, you might be wondering...huh???? well these adidas adiZero Rose 2.5 will the Derrick's All-Star shoe at the end of this month in ORLANDO, yes, the same ORLANDO with all these oranges, squeezed and bottled to be readily available in your local grocer. Look for these bad boys at select adidas basketball retailers on Feb 23rd. $110.

Super Mario Bros. x Converse One Star Ox

If you grew up in the mid 80s, then Super Mario is probably in your list of memorable things that you spend countless hours with. The home video game console up to that point was basically ATARI with its one dimensional and non-colorful games. Then enter Mario, and Italian plumber invented by a Japanese game maker for Nintendo. It took the world by storm and even new generations of gamers these days can still appreciate Mario since Nintendo has introduced numerous version since that first one back in the day.

Of course back then, the sneaker of choice was not Nike nor the Air Jordan yet. It was still CONVERSE. So it just made perfect sense for these two icons from the 80s to mess together and give birth to this: The Super Mario Bros X Converse One Ox. No word on availability here in the states just yet, but if you know folks in Asia, try hollering at them, maybe they'll get you a pair or two.

Nike x Cole Haan LunarGrand Wingtip

Nike x Cole Haan LunarGrand Wingtip is a mixture of Cole Haan signature wingtip suede upper with Nike's  patented Lunar cushioning technology. Wouldn't you like a springy and cushy Wingtip shoe for work? More and more active folks or office workers suffers from plantar fasciitis from walking with their work shoe, wouldn't these be the answer to the lawyer and those young CEO's that are always on the move? Heck if i could get my hand on one, I would rock it, but where though? LOL! These will be available exclusively at the SoHo location of Cole Haan next Friday, February 10th for $248. Images via Sneaker Freaker

Nike Sportswear 'Black history Month' Collection 2012

Only in the United Stated where they actually dedicate certain months for certain heritage. They want to celebrate the different cultures of the many heritage and race that makes up the United States by dedicating each month with a different heritage that hopefully will enriched the minds of the American youth to not hate but celebrate. Well February is the Black History Month, although it should have been called the African American Heritage Month. I mean why would you call it BLACK, I thought we are all supposed to be politically correct and call Americans of African heritage African American, like how they call Asian American, they don't call Americans with Asian heritage YELLOW HISTORY MONTH? And what about the Caucasians? No WHITE HISTORY MONTH? No Caucasian-American Heritage Month?  Sometimes I think they just call it whatever the heck they want just for the sake of celebrating something and to sell shoes. BWAHAHAHAHA.......anyways Nike is no stranger to offering Black History month products, they are always on the forefront of Heritage and cultural stuff. Enjoy!