Tag: Sneakers

“35th Anniversary” Air Jordan 5 Revealed: Here’s Your Early Look

Brandon King

The Air Jordan 5 turns 35 this year and this colorway of the Air Jordan 5 is in honor of that milestone.  Initial images have emerged and they sport a reflective 3M upper with clear netting on the sides. Pink takes care of the inner, “NIKE AIR” branding on the rear heel, “23” on the lateral side, and the Jumpman perched atop the reflective tongue.  Underneath resides a pink accented black midsole as well as a translucent rubber outsole with a visible pink Jumpman.  The “35th Anniversary” Air Jordan 5…

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Up Close With the ‘Total Orange‘ Nike Kobe VI Protro

Brandon King

A detailed look at the “Total Orange” Kobe VI Protro This upcoming iteration of the Kobe VI Protro sports an orange snake-scaled upper adorned on the sides with silver Swooshes. Silver also shows up on the Kobe logo perched atop the tongue as well as the Kobe signature on the external heel counter.  Underneath this largely monochromatic upper resides an orange midsole and a translucent rubber outsole.  The “Total Orange” Nike Kobe VI Protro is scheduled to debut July 18.  Nike Kobe VI ProtroTotal Orange/Metallic Silver-Cosmic Clay IH1871-800$18018 July 2025…

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A detailed look at the “Shattered Backboard” Air Jordan 1 High 

Brandon King

The “Shattered Backboard” Air Jordan 1 High OG is making its much anticipated return in the not too distant future.  An new set of images have emerged that provides more looks at this well-executed colorway, as well as the packaging, which featured a shattered backboard motif.  The “Shattered Backboard” Air Jordan 1 High OG is slated to begin its sophomore retail journey on August 23 at nike.com and select retail establishments Air Jordan 1 High OGBlack/Starfish-SailDZ5485-008$18023 August 2025 Enjoy the images below via zsneakerheadz 

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See the ‘Ferrari’ Air Jordan 14 On Foot: Sleek Style Meets Speed

Brandon King

As their impending re-release looms ever closer, on foot images of the “Ferrari” Air Jordan 14 have come to light.  Inspired by Michael Jordan’s red Ferrari 550 Maranello, they sport a vibrant, one-piece red suede upper that lacks the overlays that are visual elements of most of the model’s other colorways. Yellow takes care of the branding at the tongue and rear heel  The Ferrari-styled Jumpman logo is present on the lateral ankle while an additional, black Jumpman is seen at the bottom of the lacing system.  Underneath resides a…

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Up Close with the ‘French Blue’ Air Jordan 12: Design & Release Info

Brandon King

Nine years after its last release in 2016, the “French Blue is back for another retail run in 2025.  Detailed images of the 2025 iteration of the well-received well-received colorways have emerged. What can be seen is a white, ribbed tumbled leather upper overlaid with french blue mudguards on the lateral and medial sides ( they still look a little on the thin side). A french blue Jumpman is perched atop while down the tongue reads “TWO3.”  An additional Jumpman resides atop the rear pull tab, while on the body…

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Anta Kai 2 ‘Triple Black’ Now Available: Where to Buy

Brandon King

This offering of the Kai 2 sports a TPU framed black mesh upper with synthetic leather showing up at the eye rows. The colorful detailing scattered throughout the upper not only provides visual variety but also is inspired by Irving’s defining moments on the hardwood.  A totem design present at the rear heel features a KAI shield sandwiched by a Kyrie logo at the top and a global logo at the bottom. According to the brand this design element “symbolizes Kyrie’s global vision and his deep connection to culture and…

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Nike Kobe VI Protro ‘Statue of Liberty’ Worn by Jalen Brunson Set for Holiday 2025 Release

Brandon King

In our most recent segment of PE Corner, we highlighted the “ Statue of Liberty” player-exclusive iteration of the Kobe VI Protro, which Jalen Brunson wore in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals.  The subjects PE Corner normally remain in the realm of Player Exclusive footwear, a space that is largely inaccesible to the to the rank and file sneaker enthisiast. However in a atyoical turn of events, these will see a retail release.  This upcoming Kobe VI Protro features a Hyper Turquoise upper with Metallic Copper accents, paying…

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First Look: Air Jordan 11 ‘Rare Air’ Drops October 2025 with Bold Royal Blue & Fire Red Accents-

Brandon King

The “Rare Air” is a new colorway of the Air Jordan 11 that is paart of a robust year for the 11, with seven planned releases in 2025. They sport a white leather upper overlaid with a navy patent leather rand. A red Jumpman can be seen on the lateral ankle, along with “23” on the rear heel. An additional red Jumpman resides at the center of a “JUMPMAN JORDAN” sash that traverses the tongue, while “JORDAN” is spelled down the lace loops on the lateral and medial sides.  Underneath…

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“Black/University Blue” Air Jordan 14 coming in 2026

Brandon King

According to reporting from the incomparable zsneakerheadz, the “Black/University” Air Jordan 14 is making a return in 2026 for the first time since its original 2006 release.  At this early juncture there are no available images but what should be presented is an all-black ribbed nubuck upper with university blue and silver taking care of the branding scattered throughout said upper.  A black and university blue midsole and a black rubber outsole round out the aesthetic.  They are expected to return in the Spring of 2026.  The images below are…

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“Lower Merion Away” Kobe V Protro coming in 2026

Brandon King

These Kobe V Protros were made for the Aces of Lower Merion High, the alma mater of the late, great Kobe Bryant.  At this juncture there are images of the 2026 iteration, however wha we should see is a metallic silver and team red Flywire-equipped upper. Team red Swooshes should adorn the sides with a Kobe logo. of the same hue perched atop the tongue.  Underneath resides a white midsole and a team red rubber outsole.  The “Lower Merion Away” Kobe V Protro is planned to make its second retail…

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