After his recent announcement that the once defunct Starbury line will be soon recesitated, he took some shots at , specifically, at Nike and Jordan brand for, amongst other things, their high box prices. Specifically, he let loose with his thoughts on MJ. Here is a snippet of some of Starbury’s thoughts: Even Lebron James was not spared from Marbury’s fire. When asked by a Twitter follower about James and his $200+ sig sleds, Marbury shot back with ”He’s a follower not even giving that any energy.…
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James Harden kicks Adidas in the groin (AGAIN!) at NBA Media Day
James Harden’s signing of a 13 year,$200 million has been extensively covered and well documented. Also extensively covered and just as well documented has been Harden’s inability,or unwillingness, to not wear the competition’s footwear. Once more the Adidas pitchman put himself in the completely avoidable position of being photographed in a pair of Nikes. This time it took place at NBA media day where he took a photograph with teammate Dwight Howard in a pair of Nike Zoom Run the One. Here is the picture: I wonder how he will…
Read MoreNike Hyperchase Premium “Solar Blue”
The Zoom Hyperchase is the sneaker most closely associated with Rockets’ guard James Harden when get paid to rock the Swoosh (though he now does so for free, much to Adidas’ chagrin) is set to come to retail. As the name implies, the solar blue hue is the star of this sneaker, as it comprises the entirety of the upper, along with reflective swooshes on its medial and lateral sides. A white speckled midsole and clear outside round out this package. Although there is no stated release date it’s believed…
Read MoreAir Force One “Chocolate”
This colourway of the iconic Air Force One features a white premium leather with chocolate accenting on the outsole, ankle strap and on the swoosh. Unfortunately, as of the writing of this article, there is no scheduled release for this model stateside, but stay tuned for more information on this model as it becomes available.
Read MoreDerrick Rose shows upcoming DRose 6 on Facebook
Earlier today Chicago Bulls star guard Derrick Rose gave the world a look at the latest model in his signature line. The sneaker appears in a most black with red accenting on the tongue as well as the logo on the back. These are currently slated for a fall release. What are you thoughts on this upcoming sneaker?
Read MoreAir Jordan XX9 Playoff Pack
New colorways for the playoffs are nothing new, particularly with Jordan Brand and specifically the Air Jordan line and this year is no exception. This year we are treated to the Air Jordan XX9 in two new colorways just in time for the postseason festivities. Whether the white or the black upper is your weapon of choice, both feature Cool Blue and Photo Blue highlights. Completing the looks are a translucent blue outsole for the white version and a clear outsole for the black colorway. These will release later today…
Read MoreAdidas, The Boston Athletic Association, and Marathon Sports partner up to open the first Run Base in the U.S.
Yesterday Adidas and the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.), who organizes the Boston Marathon, announced the the launch of the Boston Marathon RunBase in conjunction with Marathon Sports, Inc. This Adidas exclusive location is the first of its kind and will open its doors in mid-April and it is just steps from the race finish line. The unique state-of-the-art running hub will celebrate the Boston Marathon all year long. It will feature displays created by the B.A.A. drawn up from its archives. It will be filled with exhibits and historic photos…
Read More90,000 workers strike at factories that produce Nike and Adidas Footwear
Workers at a Taiwanese factory in Ho Chi Minh City vowed to strike for a sixth day over a Vietnamese government pension-policy change as officials moved to quell the nation’s worst labor unrest since May’s anti-China riots. As many as 90,000 workers at the Vietnamese subsidiary of Pou Chen Corp. went on strike last week, VnExpress reported Tuesday. The company makes footwear for Nike Inc. and Adidas AG, according to its website. Read the rest at the Oregonlive.com
Read MoreFloral City J Wall1 and Lillard 1
Adidas’ floral city is a celebration of spring. This year’s collection includes the J Wall1 and the Lillard 1. The special mock up that both shoes come in feature floral patterns and colors that commemorate the spring celebrations in the cities of Portland and Washington,D.C.,respectively.
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