Kicks: Women's Pumas California SE

The new Puma California SE is here. It comes with a beige upper, dark brown details and yellow, green, and red accents on the laces and the stitching. The colors also appear on the lining. The white sole is a nice balance to the more colorful upper.

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Kicks: adidas Super Kegler

The OG version of the adidas Super Kegler will be released in January. The looks is the original 80;s look and feel while adding a perfortated upper sole. The re-issue maintains the shoe while adding a modern splash to the classic kick.

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Kicks: Nike Air Max LTD - Magnificent Seven

They just keep coming. Nike oozes shoes inspired by the Olympics. These kicks are inspired by Olympic flag colors and architecture visible in the Bird's Nest in Beijing. Footlocker and Nike colloborated [Via SneakerFreaker]

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Kicks: Kanye West Loves These

Hip hop artist Kanye West endorsed the Nike Air Max / Air Structure Triax / Air Max BW sneakers on his personal blog. Always on the cutting edge of of fashion, Kanye is known to have the latest great thing.



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Kicks: New Balance 420 x DDCLAB

New Balance has collaborated with design house DDCLAB to create a new pair of kicks just in time for the holidays. The sneaker is based on a 1970s vintage New Balance 420 running sneaker.

It's the first time the 420 has been co-branded. If you want a pair, then don't waste any time purchasing one of the 60 pairs to be made. The kicks material are made out of crushed glass to make for a high reflective finish.Via [Freshnessmag]

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Kicks: adidas Stan Smith Out!

Are They Hot Enough?

Named after the ’70s tennis star, the Stan Smith Adidas has the rare ability in a sports shoe to look both hip and sophisticated.

The term "classic" is thrown around way too often. But in the case of the adidas Stan Smith it is adequate.

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Kicks: New Balance M574

New Balance gives the runner exactly what they want in the New Balance M574. A good looking running shoe. The 574 was originally introduced in 1988 and has been reintroduced to the New Balance line.

These kicks feature the ENCAP system which gives runners the added support and comfort needed to hit that extra mile. This M574 TKB is shown in a navy blue and beige colorway. To top it all off, this colorway also includes polka-dot laces and reflective Microlite material. Now available at Overkill.

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Kicks: Chris Paul Supports Obama

On Tuesday night Barack Obama won in part by a support by the youth in America. New Orleans point guard Chris Paul and Jordan team member sharpied his kicks in support of the nation's first African American president. Shown above is a player exclusive Jordan Six rings. Via [Sneakerflies].

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Kicks: Playstation AFI Inspired, Nike Shoe Monster

To add to the collection of upcoming Playstation-inspired sneakers. Nike will release these Shox Monster sneakers. The upper features black metallic patent leather with mesh and a gradient that goes from white to blue to purple.

There are also a pair of purple shoelaces included to finish up the use of the Playstation colors. Limited numbers of the Nike Shox Monster inspired by the Playstation Air Force One will be released early November at select FootLocker retailers. Via [Sneaker Obsession]

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Kicks: Nike Air Max 90 iD Liu Xiang

The new Nike iD Studio options for Fall 2008 and the models available. Shown above is the outcome of a pair iD-ed and received.

The kicks feature distressed metallic gold, metallic silver and the Liu Xiang graphic on the toebox. Other availale options include premium leathers with up to twelve colors to choose from, including the three hot colors of the Olymics, gold, silver and bronze distressed metallics.

For fabrics, three options are available, mesh in black, white and grey. The second option is a floral jaquard in two colors. The third is a “hero” option, which is a graphic inspired by Chinese hurdler Liu Xiang (only on the Air Max 90) available for use on the toebox, upper heel, tongue and lining.

Liu Xiang pulled out of the Olympics due to an injury, but is arguably remains one of the track biggest stars in the world.

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Marshevet Hooker For Adidas Sprint

Adidas continued its unending support for sprinters with the Adistar Sprint.

Was it shoes some have asked. Marshevet Hook, a former University of Texas standout had her best season to date, earning a birth to the 2008 Olympic Trials, highlighted with a fifth place finish (22.34) at 200-meters in Beijing. Even with a wind, the 10.76 she put down at the quarterfinal round of the 100-meters at the Olympic trials was jaw dropping.

According to adidas, the Sprint boasts a synthetic upper with hook-and-loop closures provides variable adjustment and support. Foam insole adds comfort. Pebax® and TPU plate with replaceable spike elements offers lightweight performance and durability.

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Kicks: Nike Zoom Forever Men's Cross Country Spike

The Nike Zoom Forever is one of the most popular XC/Distance spikes. It is ultra light at 5.9oz and its classic waffle sole with replaceable spikes makes it good for any surface.

It has cushioning to withstand the continuous pounding during races, the marraige of weight and cushioning make this spike comfortable. The Forever is great for races from 800-meters to 10,000- meters.

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Kicks: Nike Zoom Victory Spike

It is common knowledge that the lighter the shoes, the better. Run to victory in the super lightweight Nike Zoom Victory Men's Track Spike is the ultimate mid-distance spike for elite athletes competing in 800m to 5000m runners.

It weighs a grand total of 93 grams. What is the cause for this drastic weight reduction you ask? The Nike Flywire technology.

High strength Flywire technology in the upper minimizes overlays and maximizes strength and durability. The shoe features compression molded Flashion foam for a lightweight, responsive foot strike and improved TPU Sharkskin outsole for reduced weight and the ultimate grip on any surface.

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Kicks: Air Jordan Classic - Midnight Club - LA

In honor of the upcoming video game Midnight Club: Los Angeles, creators of the game, Rockstar Games has teamed up with Jordan Brand.

These shoes take inspiration from the Air Jordan II released in 1987. These Midnight Club sneakers were made specially for Rockstar Games in a collaboration with Jordan Brand.

They are black and red with the official Midnight Club Kanji symbol on the tongue. Only 40 pairs of these will be made and for $380 they come in a special box with a copy of the game. [Via SneakerObsession]

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Kicks: Nike Zoom Victory + Trainer

Available in October 2008.

It seems that the Olympic madness may have passed, which means more time for motivated people to get moving.

These Olympic-inspired shoes are based on the Nike Zoom spike and the legendary Nike Flywire technology.

The Nike Flywire technology has been featured in a number of different models from the Swoosh and it looks like it could be something that could potentially be one of their go to pieces of technology.

While some of us are eagerly waiting to get our hands on a pair of Air Max 90 Flywire’s, others are ready to experience the next wave of innovation from Nike in their performance running shoes such as this new Nike Zoom Victory which features the Nike + technology as well as a Free like outsole and Zoom Air of course.

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Kicks: Nike Sportswear iD - Air Max 90 Current

The wait is over. Nike’s Air Max 90 Current is now available for customization at the Nike Sportwear iD studio.

The shoe is made of micro-suede, synthetic leather and reflective overlay are the three different options for the composition of the upper, however its the several choices in color which really gives consumers the option to make the Air Max 90 Current their own.

If you want your own pair, you better be prepared to pony up a few dollars. The Air Max 90 Current iD will cost you $150. [Sneakerflies.]

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Kicks: New Puma Cell Mio

In his support, Puma is selling a limited number of the Usain Bolt-inspired kicks. He is the fastest man in the world and deserves his own sneaker. This sneaker is limited to 180 pairs worldwide.

Feature PUMA’s newest innovation, an updated version of its Cell cushioning/energy retention techonolgy, the PUMA Cell Mio Bolt comes in an all black-white stripe upper on top of a bright blue translucent Cell sole. Inscribed all over in blue & copper metallic ink are goal/postive statements Bolt etched to re-inforce his determination to win.

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Kicks: Adidas Gazelle

Here are some new kicks the Adidas Gazelle OP - Silver / Sky Grey / Lt Clay. They sport a simple gray upper constructed from suede, which is completely perforated.

The tongue features a darker tone of grey, white sole sole is constructed from white rubber. For anyone looking for something sans logos, colors, or otherwise distracting exterior decor these Adidas Gazelle OP’s might be for you. If what you’re looking for is a completely clean pair of kicks, with nearly no ornamentation of any kind, these should fit the bill perfectly. [Via Streething].

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Kicks: Jordan Blasé - Holiday 2008 Collection

So you want a pair of kicks that are sophisticated enough to wear out to an evening affair?

Jordan Brand has a new off court dress shoe coming out this Fall/Holiday season that should be sleek enough to get you pass the doorman, its called the Jordan Blasé. This line manufactures lifestyle sneakers to cater to users who want to wear stylish shoes with their casual dress attire. This new release of Jordan Blasé comes in two new colorways. [SneakerNews.]


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Kicks: Nike Air Max 1 360 Hybrid

The newly refreshed kicks dropped by Nike takes us back to the old school with the comfort of today. The Nike 1 360 Hybrid is the latest of many coming hybrid line of Hybrid sneakers. A nice clean colorway that should be popular with sneakerheads, and also the general public. The grey, black, and white is a clean look for everybody.

The Air Max 360 sole makes doing just about anything comfortable. You can hit up your local Footlocker to pick them up, as they are available now.

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