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70,000 pair of Counterfeit Kicks Seized in Thailand

February 3, 2017February 3, 2017 Brandon King

As reported by the Bangkok Post, Customs officials in Thailand seized counterfeit shoes worth at least an estimated 100 million baht (2856326.93 USD) during a raid in the Muang district of Samut Prakan in Thailand. According to Customs Department director-general Kulit Sombatsiri, the building was used as a warehouse to store 70,000 pair of sneakers, which included “Nikes”, “Adidas”, “Converse”, and “Onitsuka Tiger”. No one was in the building during the execution of the raid. The media was shown all of the shoes Friday, prior to being turned over to…

Been Affected By Sneaker Violence? OSD Wants to Talk with you

January 30, 2017January 30, 2017 Brandon King

With our regular segment, “Stupid Things People Do for Sneakers, we have outlined some of the unintelligent course of actions, often violent and illegal ones, people take to obtain sneakers, or moneys derived from them. If you have been affected by sneaker-related violence, our friends at OSD, Obsessive Sneaker Disorder want to speak with you. Hit them up at their Facebook page or you can send them an email at info@odslive.com.

Nike and Jordan Brand Honor MLK Day with Special PEs.

January 16, 2017January 16, 2017 Brandon King

in celebration and commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King,s birthday, today many Nike and Jordan Brand athletes will take to the court in special all-black PE’s. The Nike models that will see court action today include the LEBRON 14, KD9, KYRIE 3, PG1, KOBE A.D., Soldier 10, Hyperdunk, Audacity, Zoom Rev and Zoom Live. Jordan Brand’s MLK Day PE lineup included the AJXXXI, CP3.X, Extra.Fly, M13 and Super.Fly 5 PO.

Joe Mixon: Another Case of Biased Media Reporting

December 25, 2016December 28, 2016 Brandon King

Unprovoked violence against anyone, regardless of sex, is wrong. No one has the right to put their hands on another person in an aggressive fashion. The recent footage that was released (somehow I find the timing odd to say the least) of the altercation University of Oklahoma running back Joe Mixon had with fellow student Amelia Molitor is very telling. Terming the media’s, and particularly the sports media’s, coverage of this story as irresponsible would be giving them an underserved courtesy. Every news outlet leads with some variation of Mixon…

Stupid Things People Do For Sneakers: Teen Selling Sneakers Robbed at Gunpoint

December 13, 2016 Brandon King

According to poloice in Springfield, MA,a teenage boy was the victim of a robbery Thursday, December 9, 2016, during the sell of a sneaker. Sgt. John Delaney of the Springfield Police told local news the 16 year old was selling a pair of Air Jordan sneakers. He arranged to meet the potential buyer at a local Friendly’s, an ice cream eatery. Delaney said around 8:00 p.m. three individuals arrived to meet the teen. They told him the money for the shoes was in an apartment across the street. When…

“Alternate” Air Jordan 6 to Release March 2017

December 10, 2016December 10, 2016 Brandon King

This Air Jordan 6, which is somewhat reminiscent of the “Maroon” Air Jordan 6 , and also I would say the “Hare” VII’s, is on the docket for a March 11, 2017 release. It’s upper is composed of a white micro-perforated leather which is overlaid atop Pure Platinum nubuck. Gym Red accenting on the tongue( which also has “1991” stitched behind it), midsole and heel pull tab and a clear outsole complete the look of this shoe. Will these be on your 2017 pickup list? Air Jordan 6 “Alternate” White/Pure…

Stupid Things People Do For Sneakers: Two Men Beat Up 12-Year-Old Boy for his Sneakers

December 9, 2016December 9, 2016 Brandon King

In this edition of head-shaking inducing actions related to sneakers, according to an arrest report, two men are in the Palm Beach County Jail after they allegedly beat up a 12 year-old-boy Sunday. The report said Nicolas Sanchez and Gonzalo Munoz are staring down robbery charges after the two males and three juveniles attacked the victim and stole the $200 he was wearing and another pair of $300 sneakers he had in a box. The victim told Palm Beach Co. sheriff’s detectives he went to a birthday party intending on…

“Royal” Air Jordan I to return in 2017

December 9, 2016 Brandon King

After being treated to Breds, Black Toes and the upcoming Storm Blue colorway, fans of the Air Jordan 1 have reason to continue to rejoice. That is because another OG colorway, the black/royal blue will be returning next year. There is speculation that the build quality and materials will be on the level of the recently release black/red Air Jordan 1.

Stupid Things People Do For Sneakers: Bridgeport, CT thieves pilfer 3K worth of Nike Shoes

December 5, 2016December 5, 2016 Brandon King

According to Bridgeport, Connecticut police, a duo of burglars stole 10 pair of Air Jordan sneakers valued at $3,000. The thieves also caused more than $6,000 in damage when they broke in the front door with a crowbar. Cameras caught the two men entering the three-story apartment complex carrying empty bags. On November 11. They departed a few minutes later with noticible bulges in the same bags. Police indicate the suspects knew the victim and was aware of the high-prices sneakers were in the apartment. The investigators are seeking the…

“Wingless” Air Jordan 1’s Return to Retail

December 4, 2016December 4, 2016 Brandon King

These upcoming colorways are based on an early prototype of the Air Jordan 1 that was sans the wings logo. After making their first retail appearance last year, three new colorways will make appearances in the early months of 2017. Like the previous version, this will not feature the wings logo, but rather “AIR JORDAN” spelled out in its location. However, these will also have a “Nike Air” logo on the heel, something not found on the original sample or the 2015 version. The planned colorways feature a royal blue,…