Tag: Upcoming Release

Mark Your Calendar: “Moonwalker” Kobe 9 Elite Low Protro Releases September 10

Brandon King

image via zsneakerheadz Eleven years after its original 2014 debut, the “Moonwalker” Kobe IX Elite Low is getting the Protro. For the unaware, the name “protro” is a pormenteau specific to the Kobe line that combines the aesthetic of a previously released shoe, while keeping it viable as a piece of modern performance equipment.  At this early juncture there are no available images of the 2025 iteration but what we should be presented with is a hyper grape, cave purple, and black knit upper with metallic silver Swooshes adorning the…

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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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On-Foot Look at the “Grape” Air Jordan V Retro OG

Brandon King

It is just a little more than a fortnight from the return of the “Grape” Air Jordan V OG. The 2025 iteration will mark the fifth retail run for the classic colorway, having originally debuted in 1990, with returns in 2006, 2013, ( yes this includes the much maligned “Fresh Prince” edition from 2018). Like all of their forebears, they will feature a white leather upper with clear netting present at the sides and tongue. Perched atop the grape tongue is an emerald Jumpman, while the hue also takes care…

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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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First Look at the ‘Dusty Cactus’ Nike Air Flightposite

Brandon King

The “Dusty Cactus” Air Flightposite is a new color of the classic, groundbreaking hoop sneaker.  Initial images have surfaced of this upcoming Flightposite and what we see is an Air Flightposite that sports an iridescent dusty cactus Foamposite upper paired with black at the branded, zippered lace cover. Additional branding can be seen on the rear heel, while the respective pull tabs feature “FLIGHTPOSITE” and the five dots of the Alpha Project.  Underneath the aforementioned upper resides the needlessly altered rubber outsole.  As it stands, the “Dusty Cactus” Nike Air…

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Unboxing the “Ferrari” Air Jordan 14: A Detailed Look at the 2025 Retro Release

Brandon King

The “Ferrari” Air Jordan 14 is, while an anticipated return somewhat overshadowed by other releases that have been considered more noteworthy.  As time marches closer to their June 11 re-release date, we have been treated to an unboxing video via zsneakerheadz. Check it out below. 

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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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