Jordan brand reveals "The Year Of The Snake" Collection

Available at a retail price of $280 starting February 2, to celebrate 2013 as the Year of the Snake on the Chinese lunar calendar, this pack by Jordan was inspired by snakes and their ability to detect body heat and changes in the environment. In particular, the Air Jordan 1 has a gradient outsole, as well as an upper featuring both suede and patent leather to help simulate temperature changes.

Both shoes are highlighted by Blacken Blue/Bright Citrus/Hyper Red/Raspberry Red/Deep Royal Blue and Vol. Stick with us for more info as it drops.

Detroit Rubber Premiere Ep.1

Burn Rubber an exclusive sneaker boutique in the heart of Detroit. As they embark in many journeys they documented some and luckily we get to see. This episode featured Detroit Tigers baseball player Prince Fielder as he came to owners Rick Williams and Ro Colt with the request of a rare pair of Jordans, "The encore 4's". Eminem's custom pair of Air Jordan 4's originally released 2004. Burn Rubber boys take us on they journey with them in search of this unique sneaker. I hope ya'll enjoy!!

Nike Sportswear "AREA 72" Collection for NBA ALL-STAR Weekend

To celebrate the convergence of NBA All-Star Weekend in Houston, Texas, Nike Sportswear is releasing an “Area 72″ collection, featuring the Nike Blazer Mid, Nike Vandal, Nike Lunar Force 1, Nike Barkley Posite Max and Nike Air Force Max 2013. In this collection, iconic Nike shoes of the past are now updated with galactic textures, reflectivity and glow-in-the-dark highlights. On the collar lining of every shoe, there is a customized print that is also only featured on the sneakers in Nike’s All-Star collections. But perhaps what’ll be most appealing to fans is the return of the decade-old Nike Raygun character (jetback and alien-like physique), brought back on the tongues of each of these shoes.

Air Jordan 5 Retro

The shoe speaks for itself man. Comes out on the 26th of January make sure you get  a pair.

Stüssy x Fragment Design Varsity Jacket

Stussy has been consistently putting fire streetwear and they always manage to stay ahead and be the trendsetters when it comes to this streetwear shit. Although obey and supreme are legitmate competitors but I personally feel that the most unique skater/urban brand is Stussy because supreme and obey really got pretty similar logos damn near looks the same plus they only really got hot for they camp hats.Anyway these hot varsity jackets are in stock over there at Stussy get them while they're still available.

100% wool body with 100% cowhide leather sleeves & pocket trim, 100% cupra quilted lining, 100% polyester padding & 70% acrylic/30% wool ribbing on collar, cuff & waist. Made in Japan featuring pinstripes, snap button closure, front & inner pockets, Stussy Fragment Design tag & embossed Stussy logo near cuff. The Stussy Japan x Fragment Design Varsity Jacket. *Note: Jacket Follows Japanese Sizing.

NIKE UNVEILS THE 2013 YEAR OF THE SNAKE COLLECTION

On the Chinese lunar calendar, 2013 is the Year of the Snake, and to celebrate, Nike is introducing a Nike Basketball and Nike Sportswear collection of Chinese zodiac footwear inspired by Kobe Bryant and the previously mentioned Year of the Snake.
While Bryant and his Kobe 8 System is part of the Nike Basketball focus of the collection, the Nike Sportswear designs heavily feature the colors black, purple, red and gold in their snakeskin patterns. The collection also features a seal of a snake and two specific Chinese characters.
As far as the shoes, the Nike Air Force 1 CMFT sports the exact profile of the long-beloved sneaker, and is updated with modern technology. The shoe is mainly made up of red snake print leather, and a slip-in Lunarlon cushioning midsole as well as heel support with the Nike Air unit. There is also the Nike Air Force 1 Hi CMFT, a shoe that’s made up of python print leather on the toe and sides. There’s also the Nike Swoosh in red and purple snake print.
The Nike Air Force 1 Foamposite incorporates some of the signature performance technology into a sneaker that’s meant to pay homage to the Black Mamba with all-black snake print.
Then, there’s the Nike Zoom Huarache 2K4, one of the most beloved basketball sneakers ever. This version still has the ankle strap, the Nike Swoosh and the ankle’s Huarache signature hollow-out design, but also sports – as good luck for the Chinese New Year – red snake print leather and gold stitching at the toe and heel.
There are also three version of the Kobe 8 System featured in this collection: an on-court shoe that has a red snake skin pattern meant to symbolize danger and the destructive power of Kobe’s speed. The off-court version is made of red suede while the final version is the ultimate “Black Mamba” shoe. It’s all-black snake skin.
The collection also features a Nike Destroyer Jacket. Taking some cue’s from Kobe’s own personal style, this jacket has scaled leather sleeves reminiscent of a snake, and a stitch free zipper includes the words “YEAR OF THE BLACK MAMBA.” There are also Chinese characters found on the back and on the right lapel. Finally, the 2013 Year of the Snake Sportswear Collection also includes men’s and women’s hoodies, and t-shirts featuring Kobe’s Black Mamba personal logo and the Chinese character “智 (Zhi).” The Year of the Snake professional basketball collection also includes Kobe’s training gear. 

S/O Dimemag for this one.

Reebok’s Kamikaze II Mid

Reebok’s Kamikaze II Mid, made famous by Shawn Kemp, is set to release as a limited edition on Friday, January 18. The iconic white/black/rivet green colorway will be the first to drop in a series of four.The mid-cut design features Hexalite in the forefoot and Ultra Hexalite in the heel for supreme lightweight cushioning, as well as the distinctive black and white (with a bit of rivet green) zig-zag design across the body of the shoe. Not sure what the retail price is but I'm guessing somewhere around $149.99 CDN. 

X-Mas/New Years Holiday Sneaker Releases

What's good ya'll I know I've been MIA for a minute but I promise ya'll if real life issues don't happen, nothing could keep me away from the blog and expressing my love of sneakers. I'm going to try to keep the blog up to date but for this past holiday break I was away and didn't do much blogging. Nevertheless, some inconic sneakers were released. So I'm going to post them anyway because they're definitely worth the post for your viewing pleasure:

Nike Barkley Posite Max Raygun

These right here I personally think are fire, however, no release date on them yet. Dope design!!!