Tag: sneakers
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Nike Hyperdunk 2015 has promise of 'loyal little helper'
The Nike Hyperdunk, as a series, is the perfect all-round shoe. It doesn't matter what position you play, you could always ball in a Hyperdunk and it will serve you like a loyal little helper....
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Opinion: Nike Air Max 95 OG reintroduced in right way
I'm not sure what served as the main inspiration for the Nike Air Max 95 OG's design. The silhouette and the materials are supposed to resemble the human body. While the sole is the spine...
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HearSee A/V: adidas #DRose6 Boost Preview Debut
The adidas D Rose 6 Boost is here. Well, almost. According to adidas, the #DRose6 drops this fall, just in time for NBA training camps to commence, as players from youth to pro leagues begin...
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adidas Solar Boost debut blurs line between lifestyle, performance
After adidas introduced the Boost cushioning technology in 2013, it has gained more and more popularity over the last year. With the release of the adidas Solar Boost , the brand with the three stripes...
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adidas D Lillard 1 Forestry Edition sources Oregon lumberjack look
Damian Lillard , the All-Star point guard for the Portland Trail Blazers, has firmly established himself as one of the elite players in the world with his dynamic quickness and ball skills, and shotgun arm...
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Opinion: Nike KD8 is promising performer, 'slight letdown' in design
Although I love Kevin Durant and his incredible game and talent, the Nike KD8 is a slight letdown. I just don't feel like the design is as innovative and different as the last KD7s. The...
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Reebok Classic Furylite Jetsetter debuts, builds on retro heritage
One of the most important aspects of footwear is often its most underrated and underappreciated features -- the ease of entry. Ease of entry isn't talked about often, but when you're looking to put a...
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Boost Experience by adidas brings sole to unbelievers
We keep saying this, but it's the absolute truth -- Boost has been the best thing that's happened to adidas in its recent history and one of the absolute best things to happen in its...
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Commentary: Air Jordan 7 Retro 'Bordeaux' sole black or gray?
The following is a fictional representation of what I believe went into the planning of the Air Jordan 7 Retro 'Bordeaux'. Meanwhile, at Jordan Brand global headquarters... Random executive raises hand: "We should stop bringing...
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Former Bearcat hooper reveals 'Shining Star' Air Jordan XX Retro 'Black Cat'
This is basically common knowledge now for Michael Jordan aficionados -- MJ was often called the "Black Cat" amongst his teammates and closest friends in basketball. Of course, complexion and race set aside for a...
