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Is Nike going to be releasing a brand new Kobe Bryant sneaker for Kobe Day? It sure looks that way as the Swoosh brand took to social media yesterday to tease it’s latest Black Mamba silhouette, which is sure to become a must-have for Laker and Kobe fanatics alike.
This past June Nike confirmed that they’d be relaunching their Kobe Bryant line Aug. 24 in honor of the fallen NBA icon, and while we all figured they’d restock some of the classic Kobe kicks that we’ve become familiar with, we now know we’ll be getting a new sneaker from the Mamba line.
Keeping the colorway a secret with a black-and-white video teasing the release, Nike simply stated in the caption, “Mamba Forever. 🐍 The newest shoe in the iconic Kobe line is almost here. Tune into SNKRS ‘Live From the Archive’ (North America only) on August 10 for the unveiling and exclusive details on the upcoming release.”
The way Nike is hyping this one up, we’re sure it’s going to be a raffle release, hence, we’re probably not going to be getting a pair as sneakerbots will eat on Aug. 24. Though we don’t know if this will be an entirely new silhouette or a new colorway of the Kobe 8 (which the sneaker in the video actually looks like), we do know that these will be selling out as everything Kobe Bryant related tends to do.
Luckily, the sneakers will be unveiled during a Nike SNKRS Live From The Archive stream today (Aug. 10) at 5:00 p.m. EDT, so we’ll have a few weeks to build anticipation for the “L” we’re surely be carrying when it’s all said and done.
Check out Nike’s post below and let us know if you’ll be copping a pair of the new Kobe Bryant kicks in the comments section below.
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Back-to-school season is officially in session, which means you can hop on some of the best deals of the season whether you’re headed back to the classroom or not. Everything from laptops, backpacks, shoes and even Nike apparel are being discounted.
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From now until Saturday (Aug. 12), you can score up to 60% off footwear and apparel during Nike’s back-to-school sale. Meaning you can officially get those Air Force 1 sneakers you’ve been eyeing since they’re currently on sale. Just make sure to put in the promo code SCHOOL20 to receive the discount.
Not sure where to start? We dug through and found a mix of sneakers and apparel to grab while the sale is going on.
Keep reading to shop some of our favorite picks from the sale while they’re still in stock.
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Nike Air Force 1 ’07 Fresh $84.78 $140 39% off% OFF
The classic Nike Air Force 1‘s are dropped down to under $100 and are available in black and white shades. They’re versatile enough to pair with your jeans, skirts or summer dresses.
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Nike Air Max Excee $61.58 $95 35% off% OFF
Keep it sporty and trendy in a pair of Air Max Excee’s that are being slashed by 35%. They come with a mix of leather, mesh and rubber materials that’ll help add style and comfort no matter where the day takes you.
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Nike Dunk Low Sneakers $53.58 $120 55% off% OFF
Need something chic to wear out? These Dunk Low Sneakers are 55% off and come with a brown leather material that’ll help elevate your outfit whether it’s paired with jeans or trousers.
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Nike Vomero 16 Running Shoes (Men’s) $71.98 $150 52% off% OFF
These sleek Nike Vomero 16 Running Shoes come with a cushioned footbed to help support your feet as you’re running laps around the track and will help complete your athleisure ‘fits. Plus, did we mention they’re 52% off?
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Nike Pegasus Turbo Running Shoes (Women’s) $72 $150 52% off% OFF
Nike’s Pegasus Turbo Running Shoes come with a breathable mesh-like upper material to help keep your feet comfortable whether you’re going for a morning run or just headed to the grocery store. It’s also being discounted for over 50% making it a total steal.
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Nike Everyday Plus Cushioned Socks $14.40 $18 20% off% OFF
You can never have too many pairs of socks and this crew style is currently being discounted for less than $15. The pack comes with three different shades and a cushioned cotton material.
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Nike Sportswear Club Fleece Pullover Hoodie $42.38 $65 35% off% OFF
Stay warm, comfy and casual with this everyday hoodie being offered for under $50. It comes in a range of colors from white, gray, black, yellow and more.
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Sneakerheads across the globe have been cursing the Nike SNKRS app for a while now due to the impossibility of hitting on a coveted pair of grails in recent years. But best believe we’ll all be checking in when SNKRS Day 2023 goes down come next month.
According to Highsnobiety, SNKRS Day 2023 is set take place on September 9 and though information is scarce, we do expect some high profile sneakers such as the Air Jordan 1 “Lost and Found” and Air Jordan 4 “SB”‘s to restock on that special day. At the same time, Nike has a habit of restocking kicks that no one asked for such as the Air Jordan 1 “Brotherhood” and Air Jordan 13 “Playoffs,” so there’s a good chance that SNKRS Day will be offering enough bricks to build an outhouse on your property.
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Fans are already predicting the return of a coveted drop like the Chicago 1s, Nike SB Jordan 4 “Pine Green,” Tiffany AF1s, or Jarritos Dunks for 2023 SNKRS Day.
Last year, Nike dropped the Taxi Jordan 1s, Canyon Purple 4s, Air Max 1 “Tour Yellow,” and Air Force 1 “SNKRS Day.” And judging by screenshots shared across social media, quite a few Nike fans got lucky that day — some glimmer of hope for those over their endless SNKRS Ls.
We honestly doubt Nike will restock that kind of heat this year, but even if they do chances are they’ll raffle them off, hence, leading to all kinds of rage and disappointment that tends to follow after having to wait 10 to 30 minutes to be told “Hold this L, b.” Should it actually be a FCFS scenario, then expect the app to crash ridiculously and have a problem submitting your payment if you’re not getting booted out the app entirely.
Yes, SNKRS day will be struggle one way or another, but best believe we’ll be trying our best to pick up a pair of any highly coveted grails that we missed out on throughout this year.
What do y’all think will happen come SNKRS Day 2023? Is Nike going to bless us with a second chance to get some heat or are they just going to unload all the remaining bricks they have left in their warehouses? Sound off in the comment section below.
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For a minute there it seemed like Nike’s relationship with the Kobe Bryant estate had come to an end and sneakerheads were gobbling up whatever Nike Kobe’s were available. But now we know the partnership will continue, and from the looks of things it’s going to be a fruitful one.
Nice Kicks is reporting that Nike CEO John Donahoe announced that the Swoosh brand will be relaunching the Nike Kobe brand in conjunction with Kobe Day Aug. 24 much to the delight of Kobe fans around the world. And to think, not too long ago NBA players were dropping big stacks to get their hands on Kobe Bryant kicks in their size as pairs were becoming scarce with each passing day.
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After Kobe Bryant’s untimely passing in 2020, it was unclear if Nike would continue to produce the Kobe line, but in March of 2022, Vanessa Bryant announced that the Nike Kobe line would continue to live on as the Kobe Bryant estate agreed on a contract extension.
Not long after the new deal, the partners celebrated the extension by honoring the life of Gigi Bryant with the Kobe 6 Protro”Mambacita Sweet 16.” Since then, a number of Nike Kobe sneakers have appeared online with release date rumors following close behind.
Fans are looking forward to future grails like the Nike Kobe VI Protro “Reverse Grinch,”classics like the Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Triple White,” and maybe even some new silhouettes.
Considered the most comfortable sneaker to ball in, the Nike Kobe has developed a cult following in recent years, so news of more product has been met with joy and elation as we thought this partnership was a wrap just last year.
No word on which silhouettes, colorways or merchandise we can expect Nike to release on Kobe Day, but y’all already know it’s going to be flying off the shelves as anything Kobe related is considered must-have merch out in these streets.
How do y’all feel about Nike relaunching the Kobe Bryant line? Let us know in the comments section below.
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It’s been more than a decade since Nike introduced sneakerheads to the comfort of their Nike Roshe Run silhouette. Though its popularity only kept it on shelves for a few years, Nike is preparing its big comeback tour.
As Sole Retriever originally reported, Nike is rumored to be bringing back their 2012 hit this coming fall. While we’re excited to hear the news, we’ll have to take it with a grain of salt, as rumors of the OG Travis Scott SB Dunks restocking this September turned out to be false. Still, as much as we would’ve loved to see those Travis Dunks make a return, we know Nike likes to keep their exclusive sneakers, well, exclusive. The Roshe Run on the other hand, isn’t considered a grail as much as it’s considered a beater in the sneaker community, so there’s a better chance of these making their return to shelves.
The Nike Roshe is often credited for inspiring the Yeezy 350, wish ended up taking most of its shine, especially when the Swoosh started going crazy with all the colorways. Sole Retriever reports there will be nine colorways with this Roshe return.
These joints were hella comfortable though, for a reasonable price.
No word on when they’ll be dropping but should they release, you can expect to see a few of these roaming the wild. Sole Retriever reports there will be nine colorways with this Roshe return.
Would you cop a pair of Nike Roshe Run’s should they restock? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Teyana Taylor is kicking off the month of June on a high note. The Teyana Taylor x Air Jordan 1 Zoom CMFT 2 “A Rose From Harlem” sneaker sold out within minutes of its release on Thursday (June 1).
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Luckily, fans can still get their hands on apparel from the Jordan x Teyana Taylor collection while it’s still in stock.
Taylor’s debut collaboration with Jordan Brand represents her “journey as a rose navigating through the concrete” and celebrates “anyone who’s overcome a struggle.” Taylor gifted stars such as Missy Elliott, Lil Wayne, DJ Khaled and Erykah Badu with pairs of the sneakers last month.
The Harlem native stars in the photo campaign for her Jordan collab alongside her mother, grandmother and eldest daughter, Junie. “The evolution of a rose 🌹 From a Bud … to a Bouquet,” Taylor wrote on Instagram on Wednesday before explaining that her youngest daughter, Rue, was asleep during the shoot. “I present my Nana, My Mama, and My Seed. (Rue was knocked … but we can say she was planted).”
The Teyana Taylor x Air Jordan 1 Zoom CMFT 2 “A Rose From Harlem” sneaker sold out and fans are not happy with “bots” apparently flooding the app. “It sucks your actual fans had to compete against bots,” one follower wrote in Taylor’s Instagram comments. “I placed my order at exactly 9 am and still didn’t get them. I’m so hurt.”
For those who are willing to pay a price increase, the sold-out shoe is available on resale sites such as StockX, Goat and Fight Club.
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Teyana Taylor A Rose from Harlem Jordan High Zoom Air $193
Taylor’s “street and sporty” apparel collection, channels “early-2000s New York aesthetic and Jordan DNA.” The collection, which is priced from $60 to $175 and available in sizes ranging from XS (0-2) to XXL (20-22), includes fleece joggers, a mesh long sleeve top, tank tops, T-shirts and a $750 varsity jacket with beautifully embroidered rose on the chest and a floral interpretation of the Jumpman logo on the back.
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Jordan x Teyana Taylor Mesh Long Sleeve Shirt $75
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Jordan x Teyana Taylor Women’s Fleece Pants $110
Jordan x Teyana Taylor Women’s Vintage T-Shirt $60
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Jordan x Teyana Taylor Women’s Varsity Jacket $750
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Ja Morant, currently under heavy scrutiny after being caught a second time on camera brandishing a gun, recently released his first signature sneaker with Nike in the Ja 1. A new report reveals that the Ja 1 sneaker was scrubbed from Nike’s app and site, although a new colorway is said to be in existence.
According to a report from Commercial Appeal, a Memphis news publication, the signature Ja Morant sneakers were removed from the Nike website and app, along with no longer being available on sports apparel company Finish Line’s website or app.
The outlet added that the new colorway of the Ja 1 sneakers, titled Hunger, is still available via the SNKRS and Hibbett Sports by way of a raffle. It isn’t known if Nike is backing out of its partnership with the Memphis Grizzlies superstar and unlike the first gun-flashing incident on March 4, the company has yet to make a statement.
This past Sunday, Morant was seen on a friend’s Instagram Live feed listening to Hip-Hop music and then brazenly flashing a gun similar to what occurred in March. During the 2023 Draft Lottery this past Tuesday, NBA commissioner Adam Silver expressed thoughts about Morant’s recent troubles and thought that the electrifying playing was changing his ways.
Ja Morant issued a recent statement apologizing yet again for his actions. The Grizzlies suspended their star from all team activities as the league and team continue to investigate and handle the matter.
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The Tom Sachs x Nike “General Purpose” sneakers were arguably some of last year’s most highly sought-after kicks. Still, after his erratic behavior at his offices was made public, Nike isn’t planning on continuing their collaboration with the controversial designer.
Complex is reporting that despite rumors that their next collaborative silhouette, the Mars Yard 3.0, was still slated to release sometime in the future, Nike has decided to pull the plug on the drop given the nature of the allegations made against Sachs.
From having swastikas taped onto first aid kits (Tom is Jewish) to have a space in the studio dubbed the “rape room,” Sachs seemed to take the whole “white privilege” thing to another level. The man is accused of attending virtual meetings with female employees in his underwear, for God’s sake.
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“We’re deeply concerned by the very serious allegations,” a Nike spokesperson said that month. “We’re in contact with Tom and his studio seeking to better understand this situation and how these issues are being addressed.”
In the wake of the report from Curbed and others, the artist sent out a letter to his staff in March showing some contrition. Sachs described the “rape room” name as a regret, a “poor reference” that was done away with years ago. He said in the letter that he’d brought in outside help to formalize human resources policies at the studio.
“I have never tried to make anyone feel uncomfortable,” Sachs wrote. “I have never harassed anyone. I would never intentionally harm anyone. Safety is a top priority in the studio. Those are the facts.”
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Apparently, employees disagree with Sachs’ version of the “facts” as the accusations paint a man who fears no repercussions for his actions, including his screaming and throwing objects at people in the workplace.
Though his relationship with Nike dates back to 2012 when the two collaborated on the hugely popular Mars Yard, the accusations are enough to put the highly-anticipated Mars Yard 3.0 on hold as Nike told Complex, “We are not working with Tom’s studio at this time and have no release dates planned.”
What do y’all think of Nike possibly scrapping its relationship with Tom Sachs? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Before sneakerbots were the monster that that they are today, the 2012 release of the Nike Air Foamposite One Galaxy had sneakerheads putting in that footwork and lining up and camping out in front of Foot Lockers across America in hopes of getting their hands on a pair of the coveted grails.
Now after almost 12 years of keeping the classic silhouette in the vault, Nike is set to bring back the Galaxy Foams and though the popularity of the Foamposites have basically fallen off a cliff, you can expect this to be as hard a copp as it was when it originally dropped more than a decade ago. Yesterday well-respected sneaker aficionado and news breaker @zsneakerheadz revealed that the colorway that took the Foamposite to a whole other level is set to return in 2024 and you can bet your bottom dollar that sneakerbotters are readying their merchandise eating algorithms as we speak for this highly-anciticipated release.
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Knowing Nike these will more than likely be a part of a Foamposite reintroduction and we’ll probably see a few other classic Foamposite colorways return alongside these coveted kicks (probably not the Yeezy colorway though).
No word on when Nike is expected to release these but we wouldn’t be surprised if they saved these for the holiday season of 2024. Thanksgiving? Black Friday? Christmas? We don’t know but we do know that we’ll be trying to land a pair even if it means camping outside of Foot Locker old school style.
Will you be looking forward to the release of the Galaxy Foamposite come next year? Let us know in the comments section below.