Tag: Upcoming Release

“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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An intial look at the “Tokyo” Air Jordan 5

Brandon King

We recently highlighted the reported return of the “Tokyo” Air Jordan 5 and images of the 2025 iteration of the rare and highly sought-after colorway. Just as was the case with its 2011 progenitor, they sport o yellow suede upper with clean netting present on the sides and tongue. Black Jumpman branding appears on the tongue and rear heel, respectively, while “23” appears in Japanese characters on the lower lateral heel.  Underneath resides a white midsole with black at the heel accented with black speckled yellow “teeth as well as…

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An on-foot look at the Awake NY x Air Jordan 5 

Brandon King

image via zsneakerheadz This Air Jordan 5 is one two colorways that was birthed out of a collaborative relationship between Jordan Brand and streetwear brand Awake NY.  The black iteration sports a black leather upper with white stitching. Black netting can be seen on the sides, while the traditional clear netting present on the tongue. The co-branded tongues features Jumpman and Awake logos, with additional Awake branding seen via the “A” that adorns the sides and the “NY” that appears on the lower lateral heel on the right sneaker. Nike…

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”Tokyo” Air Jordan 5 likely coming this fall

Brandon King

The “Tokyo” Air Jordan 5 debuted in 2011 as a Japanese exclusive release to commemorate the opening of the Jordan Tokyo 23 Store located in Shibuya, as well as the Tokyo 23 basketball tournament.  According to zsneakerheadz, in 2025, the “Tokyo” will make its first retail return since its original release.  What we should be presented with is a yellow suede upper with clean netting on the sides and tongue. Black Jumpmen can be seen perched atop the grey tongue and the rear heel, respectively, along with “23” written in…

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A detailed look at the “Grand Finale” Air Jordan 11

Brandon King

This women’s specific iteration of the Air Jordan 11 sports a white leather upper overlaid with a pearl grey patent leather rand. A metallic Jumpman appears at the lateral ankle, a “23” appears at the rear heel, while “JUMPMAN JORDAN” reads on a sash that crosses the ballistic mesh tongue.  Underneath resides a white midsole and a semi-milky translucent rubber outsole.  As it currently stands, the “Grand Finale” Air Jordan 11 is scheduled to debut November 11 at nike.com and select retail establlshments. Pricing information will be reported as it…

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The ”Flight Club” Air Jordan 4 coming February 2026

Brandon King

Sneaker enthusiasts of a certain age, or with a historical perspective, are familiar with the Air Jordan Flight Club. It was a popular membership club in the late 80s into the early 90s that offered members benefits including newsletters, posters and limited edition products.  This upcoming colorway of the classic Air Jordan 4 is inspired by the membership cards that were placed in the boxes. At this time, there are no images available; however, what is known is that they sport a sail, black, and university red color palette. Initial…

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”Shattered Backboard” Air Jordan 1 release date postponed

Brandon King

image via zsneakerheadz Even in a year chock full of anticipated sneaker returns, the “Shattered Backboard” Air Jordan 1 stood out as one scores of sneaker enthusiasts had at or near the top of their must have list.  Released originally in 2015, the Shattereds are returning for their tenth anniversary and the 40th for the AJ I. Initially set to release July 12, they have been postponed, with the new release date now set for August 23, per reporting from zsneakerheadz.  They will carry a 180 USD sticker price.  Air…

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The “Reverse Infrared” Air Jordan VI has a release date

Brandon King

The Air Jordan VI turns 35 in 2026 and this color way is one of the to be released in honor of that milestone.  Based on salesman samples back in 2000, they sport the majority of the visual elements of the classic “Infrared” color way , however they tag out black for infrared at the “NIKE AIR” branding on the rear heel, but most notably at the midsole.  Infrared can also be seen on the lace lock as well as a stripe on the rear spoiler/pull tab, while a translucent…

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”White/Red” Air Jordan XIII coming March 2026

Brandon King

image via zneakerheadz Though we are more than six months from turning the calendar to the upcoming year, news continues to emerge of what is to come from Jordan Brand in 2026, and it is potentially setting up to be another expensive year for enthusiasts.  According to the incomparable zsneakerheadz, the “White/Red” Air Jordan XIII is in the works to return in 2026. At this very early juncture there are no available images but zsneakerheads adds the 2026 iteration should be true to the original, meaning the shape, and look…

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Enjoy these images of the “White Cement” Air Jordan IV

Brandon King

Most recently seen in 2016, the “White Cement” Air Jordan IV is one of several highly anticipated returns sprinkled throughout 2025.  The 2025 iteration is purportedly a more accurate recreation of its 1989 progentor, as it will boast a shape and build in an attempt to recreate the look and feel of the classic colorway.  They sport a white leather upper with netting adorning the sides as well as appearing on the tongue.  Tech grey with black speckling appears on the “Wings” as well as on the “NIKE AIR”-branded rear…

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