Month: July 2023

Update: Three months ago, Nike revealed that it would be recreating Kobe Bryant’s Nike Air Flight Huarache “Lakers Away,” releasing it to the general public. Now, a specific release date has been set — the shoe is landing on shelves beginning August 10 via Nike and select retailers at a price of $125 USD. For more info ahead of its release, be sure to review our initial coverage below.Original Story: Beginning his sneaker career with adidas, the late Kobe Bryant has a storied history in footwear. In order to exit his contract with the Three Stripes early, he paid millions and was forced to remain unsigned until 2003. In this period before eventually signing with Nike, he wore a variety of brands and silhouettes — one of which being the Air Flight Huarache in Los Angeles Lakers-themed colorways. Over twenty years after appearing on NBA courts, the “Lakers Away” version of the silhouette is set to hit the market for the first time.Its color composition borrows the franchise’s “Varsity Purple” and “Del Sol,” placing the iconic colors beneath a dominant black hue. As for material composition, a mixture of neoprene, canvas and nubuck combine across the upper with yellow branding on the tongue and purple hits at the heel. Supporting the sneaker, a black sole unit sees purple and gold share a majority of the outsole.For those looking forward to the release of the Nike Air Flight Huarache “Lakers Away,” it’s currently expected to land on shelves this fall at a price of $125 USD via Nike and select retailers.Looking for more of the latest footwear news? We’ve got you covered. Charles Barkley’s Nike Air Max CB 94 has popped up in a new airbrushed “Light Iron Ore” look.

Nike has revealed the latest example of its Nike Dunk Low Remastered, this time in “Phantom,” with a tongue that features an accentuated and almost deconstructed look.With the Dunk Low, the silhouette the pair is derived from, set to celebrate its 40th Anniversary soon, Nike has been ramping up Dunk Low releases. The model, designed by Peter Moore has also become the perfect canvas for collaborations, including recent examples like the CLOT What The Dunks, Crenshaw Skate Club SB and the TIGHTBOOTH SB.As for the upcoming inline Remastered edition, the pair features a bold face with colored laces that are somewhat reminiscent of a Lanvin Curb sneaker. Other details include “Phantom” white leather making up a majority of the outer with touches of “Black” and “Dark Russet” to accent.Additional materials used to round out the design include mesh and ripstop, as well as an exaggerated fabric pull tab that runs down the front of the tongue. Other details include a black rubber outsole, a black sockliner and the use of Nike’s Zoom Strobel cushioning system for comfort.While an exact release date has not yet been announced, the pair, thought to be released exclusively in women’s sizes, will retail for $125 USD and should be available soon on Nike’s official site and at select retails.In other footwear news, Nike dresses the Air Huarache runner in Olive.

Dutch sneaker label, Mercer Amsterdam has just released its latest update on its iconic Re-Run model. Aptly named Re-Run MAX, the new sneaker model is outfitted with a chunky outsole, offering a fresh new look to the brand’s classic silhouette while also elevating your everyday coffee runs.The main talking point of the Re-Run MAX is undoubtedly its thick and ultra-bouncy EVAoutsole, crafted from recycled rubber. With a heel stack of 31mm, and a 25mm forefoot stack, these kicks not only offer added height, but most importantly a plush, and comfortable ride.Aligning with the label’s sustainable practices, the Re-Run MAX is a GRS-certified model incorporated with recycled materials — this includes the mesh lining, in-soles, to the premium leather that adorns the kicks. The midsoles provide an ultra-soft step for the wearer thanks to Mercer Amsterdam’s hallmarked R-Coil technology.The Re-Run MAX sneakers are offered in five retro-inspired colorways, spanning black with gray, dark green, mixed green, off-white, and white with gray. Priced at €179 EUR (approximately $199 USD), the assortment of colors is currently all available at Mercer Amsterdam’s official website.Elsewhere in kicks, Nike Dresses the Air Huarache Runner in “Olive.”