Friday, December 6, 2013

Adidas D Rose 4

*Image from nba.si.com**
These are the Adidas D Rose 4's. Let me start off by saying Adidas why do you cut your shoes so freaking tight?! I had to go up a full size to even consider the shoe comfortable. I love the look of it but the feel of the show still needs work. Now the shoe is still lightweight, and its synthetic upper keeps your feet cool and dry for the most part.


 Also, I'm shooting for variety in my blogs so yes in this current one I am bashing this shoe because it still needs some work. First it sucks for anyone who has a wide foot like me because I'll tell you what this shoe hugs your entire foot and yes it gives that secure feeling but it felt like I was going to lose circulation in my foot! In all Adidas open the shoe up a little more and I couldn't complain much after that.

Sc-Trainer "Bo-Jackson"

*Image from sole collector**
These are the Bo-Jackson you may recognize the name from that ever so famous saying "Bo Knows" But about the shoe it’s very versatile just like Bo himself. It was originally created for football practice and cross training, the Nike Air Trainer SC works well keeping your feet stable and cushioned in a wide variety of high-top profiles.


They're also equipped with Nike Air underneath. The eye-popping color contrasts and many different colors to choose from will set you apart from the crowd. Trust me there are color sets for everyone. Also, the padded collar is super comfortable and breathable too, and Waffle lugs on the sole take can conquer any surface in this lightweight, multi-use shoe.

Retro 11 "Cool Grey"

* Image from sole collector.com**
These are the Retro 11 "Cool Grey" This shoe has so much history is crazy so I’m going to give you guys a briefing to what’s behind this iconic shoe to start its designer Tinker Hatfield designed the Jordan XI and it featured patent leather for the first time on a basketball shoe. The upper was made of a polymer–coated, thin nylon ballistic mesh material. The collar and tongue were padded for max ankle comfort. The translucent outsole lay atop a full-length carbon fiber shank plate which provided extra spring.


The shoe also included a full-length Air-Sole unit for maximum cushioning. MJ wore the black/varsity royal/white version in the movie Space Jam. Jordan also wore the same "Air Jordan XI Space Jam" shoe in the NBA playoffs. Many Brand Jordan athletes wore the AJ XI over the years. Also recognize that while MJ was wearing the Air Jordan XI, he was elected an All-Star for the 10th time, the All-Star game MVP for the second time, scoring champion for the eighth time, and was again league MVP. The Bulls went on and won the NBA title for the fourth time, and as he was for the previous three championships, Jordan was again the Finals MVP.

Thursday, December 5, 2013

Nike Roshe Run


*Image from Foot Locker. Com*
These are the Nike Roshe Runs. Do not worry these are actually affordable and have become very popular very quick since their initial launch. The Roshe Run is a lightweight running performance shoe and a trendy casual shoe combined.

They are a new twist on the full mesh Roshe Run Shoes that were released in early 2012, the new model showcases a unique upper for a stylish look that stands out from the crowd. So if you are looking for a lightweight shoe that you can dress down with boom here's the shoe for you and they are so comfortable! I haven't seen a color that fascinates me yet, but when I do believe it will be in my closet!

Air Yeezy


*Image from Google image*
What you are looking at are the grails of all grails! I'm talking about the Air Yezzy of course! This shoe once sold for a whopping $90,300!! I mean if you have it why not spend it? Right? HECK no not for a pair of shoes I don't care who's name is on that shoe or designed by I will never in my life pay that much for a pair of shoes. Let alone $400 is pushing the limit!
 All I will say is this shoe looks really good in person from the people that I've spoken to they say their light and comfy but not a shoe to wear on an everyday basis. So a word of advice if you plan on buying a pair BE CAREFUL there are so many fakes and replica's it is crazy so do your research before purchasing!

Jordan 6 Rings


*Image from Google Image**
These are the Jordan 6 rings! To be honest I wouldn't wear them for casual wear but mainly for basketball for a patent leather shoe it’s pretty darn comfortable! This shoe sported pieces of every model that Spike Lee helped promote with Michael Jordan. Lastly, the Jordan 6 Rings features elements from each of the 7 shoes that Michael Jordan wore to win his 6 NBA Championship Rings. The shoes include the following:

Air Jordan 6 – Lacelock on laces, heel loop
Air Jordan 7 – Huarache style inner sock
Air Jordan 8 – Fuzzy tongue logo, Velcro strap
Air Jordan 11 – Silhouette of upper
Air Jordan 12 – “T W O 3″ on tongue, metal lace loops at top
Air Jordan 13 – Outsole
Air Jordan 14 – Jumpman at bottom of tongue near the toe

Nike Air Mag

*I wish these were mine but they're not, Image from Google Image"
These are the infamous Nike air Mags! Where most people find this shoe crazy I look at it as a piece of art. This shoe has so much going for it, it’s ridiculous! The Air Mag is the first rechargeable footwear from Nike was designed as an identical replica to the originals seen in the Back to the Future II movie. Some of the constant elements include the upper contours, the glowing LED panel and the electroluminescent (Try saying that 10x fast!) Nike logo in the strap. And yes the Mags actually do illuminate with the pinch of the "ear" of the high top, glowing for five hours per charge. Oh and their set to release in 2015 so believe I will try to snag a pair! Since I missed the first round.

Reebok Shaq Attaq

**Image From Google Image**
     Before I start I'm picking up a pair of these next week!! So Stay tuned! anyway these are the Shaq Attaq's! I bet you didn't know that Speed lacing systems hadn't become a regular part of sneakers back in 1992. Actually, the Reebok Shaq Attaq was one of the first basketball shoes to feature the reinforced eyelets that made lacing up the Shaq Attaq a cinch. 
     Also, I bet you didn't know that the Shaq Attaq was the quickest turnaround project the designer, Judy Close, ever worked on, with less than four months from conception to being on the court. Talk about under pressure! These shoes are very comfy! If you are looking for a classical basketball shoe, you don't need to search far at all!

Retro 10 "Steel"


*Image From Google Image**
These are the Steel 10's and I regret selling my pair ;(. But in case you didn't know the history behind the shoe here's some insight. The Air Jordan X's design was very simplistic. The original "steel" version was designed with a stitched toe piece.
 MJ didn't like the toe piece, so all subsequent colorways of the AJ X had a clean toe cap. The X featured a padded collar, pull tab at the heel and an elastic band lacing system. The midsole of the X was constructed of lightweight Phylon connected to a rubber outsole. The outsole listed Jordan's career achievements on alternating stripes.

Air Max 2013


**Image From Google Image**
These are the air max 2013's and boy are these shoes comfy! It delivers maximum cushioning and flexibility with ultimate performance and style too. I hight recommend this shoe to both active and people that want to run for the hell of it. Hyperfuse upper with dynamic Flywire technology delivers lightweight, flexible support. Nike did everything correct with this shoe and is crafted like no other air max which puts it in a class of its own because of how light yet comfortable. My cousin has been wearing Air max's since 06 and always says he'll never wear anything else except for these when he's working!

DB Retro 9

*Image from Google Images*
My hands down favorite colorway of the DB series. I simply love everything about this shoe, its just perfectly crated, the shoe is so comfortable especially for a retro! The Jordan Doernbecher has risen to incredible many heights in popularity, rivaling some of the most praised Jordan originals as the most coveted releases of all time, demanding insanely high dollars in the re-sale market due to its limited units and distinct colorways. No matter what I will always love this particular shoe and what image Doernbecher has given the retro 9. I get jealous every time I walk past someone who has them on!

Retro 6 "White Infrared"


** Image from Google Image**
The are my hands down favorite sneaker ever!!! Ladies and gentleman I bring to you the Retro 6 back for another colorway but this one has more of an impact on me! Why? Because I have a pair that released back in '08 and they are busted! So this means these are a must cop!!! I love everything about this shoe. From the way it looks to the way it feels this shoe wins in any and all categories possible. I cannot wait to get my hands on another pair and when I do I'll be sure to post it for everyone to see. Now I do not have a picture of my 6's because they are cooked/ destroyed and rather not post them because I'm ashamed I let them get that bad!

Doernbecher Retro 5




*Images from Sole Collector**
These are one of the most unique shoes I've ever seen in my life! The attention to detail in these is immense!!
I mean the shoes come with a blue light so you could see the true detail behind these shoes. I love everything about this shoe period. When the blue light isn't on it, it has a deep glossy black upper and if you look hard enough you could see them plethora of words. But no need to strain your eyes! Why? because the shoes come with a blue light and when turned on you could see this shoe glows and gleams each word perfectly! And looks incredible when glowing like it is in the picture below!









Retro 5 "Black Tougue"


** Photo Cred: Me These Were Mine**
    These are the Retro 5 "Black Tongue"'s  Although I haven't been a fan of how Nike & Jordan are producing their shoes I felt like I had to pick these up only because i don't have any 5's in my collection. In my opinion the 5's yes are comfy but they look so cheaply made. The paint looks fake, the leather creases incredibly fast and feel synthetic, and the list goes on.
   So for these I sold them because I never wore them and to be honest didn't need them in the first place so I sold them to someone who would wear them and give the shoe some type of love. That love was not coming from me, but aside from that if I get another pair of 5's its going to be older ones that are actually built to last.

Retro 1 "Chicago"


** Image from Google image**
  These are the Retro 1 "Chicago". Here's some food for thought, The AJ I Black/Red colorway was banned by the NBA because of rules regarding shoe colors; Jordan was fined $5,000 for every game he wore them.
   In MJ's rookie year he walked away with an All-Star appearance, Rookie of the Year honors and leading the Bulls to the playoffs after a four-year absence. Michael wore the Air Jordan I Red/White/Black (above) as he scored 63 points against the Boston Celtics in the 1986 playoffs. Aside from that I love the look of the AJ1 among a few favorites. But hands down a classic shoe.

Adidas Teyana Taylor "Dark Knight"


**Image From sole Collector**
 These are the Adidas " Dark Knight" by Teyana Taylor. Let me first say Teyana got her name from that show on MTV "My Sweet 16" since then she has blown up and even created her own shoe. I will say I freaking love this shoe but is way out of my price range for re-sell value.
 Cheapest I seen was $550 anyway I just read Adidas dropped her contract (womp, womp) and instead picked up the rapper Kanye west who the world loves to hate. But I do love the shoe and everything about it and if I ever get my hands on a pair I will NEVER wear them, just admire them.

Retro 11 "Gamma Blue"



*Image Taken From Google Image*
Here's a small look into the retro 11 'Gamma Blue" These are another shoe due to release at the end of the month and has people going crazy. I personally think it is simply for the fact that it is a retro 11. Although its a new colorway for the shoe the hype is real and as always with every retro 11 release people are going to do everything they can to get the shoe early. In my opinion it doesn't matter to me if I get them or not. Do i Like the shoe? Yes, but its not on my list of "I have to have it". again if I get my hands on them great! If not, oh well I wont be losing sleep over it!

Retro 12 "Taxi'


** Taken From Google Image**

These are the retro 12 "Taxi's". They are set to release on December 14 so that's why I don't have a picture of them on my feet. Anyway, this is one of the most hyped up shoes for 2013 because the last time these were released were in the Countdown pack that released back in December of '08 so its been a long time coming for this particular retro! It is on my list of pick-ups for the season because I'm just a 12 fan period. Not joining the crowd but I had the fusion version of these and couldn't wait to get my hands on the real thing and now I have so I can't wait!

Lebron X "Cork'



** Taken From Google Images***
These are the Lebron X "Cork". Yes these shoes are made from actual cork material that you plug a wine bottle with!. The feature a leather tongue and sock liner, full air max technology, and the famous cork outer. This shoe was retail at $250 but resell value is $800+ because there was a limited amount made. Nike released a special edition where only 21 are made in existence. Features a metallic gold box and a card with a designated number 1-21. The value for those is astronomical so if you can afford it by all means grab them if not just stare at pictures like I do!

Nike zoom Flight "The Glove"



** Not Mine, But I do Own A Pair!**
These are the Nike Zoom Flight "Gloves". One of the most slept on shoe of 2013!! I remembering always wanting these as a kid and when they re released I made it a point to grab a pair. The moment I put them on I fell in love instantly! The feel the look even better the look it gives off when that zipper is down and the sides are folded down. This shoe is simply a head turner. I suggest if you don't have a pair that you invest in one. You'll be glad you did! I know I am! Again, let me emphasize 'Most slept on shoe of 2013" because it is and it was an easy cop.

Lebron 11 Gamma Blue

*These are Mine*
These are the Lebron 11's his 11th shoe in his series. Now we all know how big of an icon Lebron is in not only the sneaker community but the basket ball world as well. Now these aren't as good as the Lebron 10 because the look and feel of them take ALOT of getting used to. They feel much flatter although they have one of the most elite insoles to come in a shoe. Overall, I like the look of the shoe on the shelves but on foot I'm not a big fan because they make my foot look incredibly long compared to the clean look of the Lebron 10. BUT I couldn't resist grabbing a pair!

Lebron 11 'Kings Pride"


** Taken From the Internet**
These are the Lebron 11's his 11th shoe in his series. Now we all know how big of an icon Lebron is in not only the sneaker community but the basket ball world as well. Now these aren't as good as the Lebron 10 because the look and feel of them take ALOT of getting used to. They feel much flatter although they have one of the most elite insoles to come in a shoe. Overall, I like the look of the shoe on the shelves but on foot I'm not a big fan because they make my foot look incredibly long compared to the clean look of the Lebron 10.