Sole Provider Sneakers

Nike Air Max Lebron VII - white / black / turquoise colourway

2009-10-18T09:53:00.001+11:00

Admittedly, I didn't like the Nike Air Max Lebron VII when they first released. My feeling was they borrowed too heavily from earlier signature lines of both Vince Carter and Tim Duncan. It's amazing then what switching up the colourway and a few materials can do for an opinion. This white / black / turquoise colourway features a woven upper instead of the flywire adorning earlier releases. While they're still not for me, they are definitely an improvement on the colourways we've seen to date, and have me on the other side of the fence now.

Nike Air Max Classic BW - black / white / neon orange

2009-10-18T08:11:00.001+11:00

What can I say? JD Sports continues to kill it with their exclusive colourways, recently dropping another Nike Air Max Classic BW in a black / white / neon orange. From JD Sports -

The Nike Air Max Classic BW, or 'Big Window', was first introduced in 1991, its distinctive style was so popular that they've decided to bring it back! This men's re-issue is exclusive to JD and comes in a synthetic and mesh mix upper with contrast neon orange accents. There's also an embroidered Nike brand logo on the tongue and rubberised Swoosh and 'Nike Air' logos on the side and back plus the classic visible air unit in the sole.

Available from JD Sports here (shipping within the UK only).

Reebok The Pump

2009-10-18T08:06:00.001+11:00

The white / orange / blue colourway of these Reebok the Pump released in Australia in about 1993, at a time when the media was right up on kids getting rolled for their expensive sneakers and (Starter) jackets. These puppies retailed in Australia for AUD399 - almost 2x the most expensive sneakers at the time. They were rocked heavily by the Sydney Kings, at about the same time I used to attend basketball camps run by the Kings, including Steve Carfino and coach Bob Turner. While they are a nice clean colourway, and make me reminisce of time of old, they are way too high for me to rock myself now. If you're into them, they will be available in limited numbers in coming months as part of Reebok's 20th anniversary of The Pump.

Air Jordan VI Retro - white / varsity red / black

2009-10-16T23:08:00.001+11:00

2010 is shaping up to be a pretty impressive year for retro Nike releases. These white / varsity red / black Air Jordan 6s aren't too far from the original release specs, with the exception of the infrared being replaced by a duller varsity red. Should be available for pre-sale from OSneaker soon, and following that are apparently a limited US only release.

Nike Blazer SB Quickstrike - Dexter Blood Splatter

2009-10-16T22:57:00.001+11:00

As a big fan of the TV show Dexter, it was cool to see this Nike Blazer SB Quickstrike - Dexter Blood Splatter - release previewed on HUF's site today. Available from HUF now.

Nike Air Max ST - white / grey / orange / purple

2009-10-16T22:52:00.001+11:00

This white / grey / orange / purple Nike Air Max ST was added to Opium's news section recently. No word yet on when / where these will be released, but it's nice to see some more clean colourways of the Air Max ST coming out.

Nike Air 180 - white / black / lemon yellow

2009-10-16T22:44:00.001+11:00

The Nike Air Max 180 has been released sparingly since it's first retro release in late 2005. 2010 will see at least one more release, with this white / black / lemon yellow expected in the northern Spring.

Nike Air Max 90 - Dizzee Rascall - Chillin Wiv Dam Man video

2009-10-16T01:14:00.001+11:00

Dizzee Rascall video featuring his new Ben Dury collab Air Max 90s.

Nike Air Max 90 - black / anthracite

2009-10-15T07:15:00.001+11:00

Part of Nike's rivals pack, these black / anthracite Nike Air Max 90s have just released at selected retailers in the US. The simple colourway is set off with a mix of materials including a mesh toe box, and contrasting white laces. We'll be getting the earlier released white / white / varsity maize colourway in next week, and will be trying to get these in too.

Air Jordan Retro - white / white ??

2009-07-19T18:32:00.001+10:00

I'm sure there is a tonne of stuff in the works behind closed doors at Nike HQ which we never get to see. Information is usually closely guarded, and these days it seems most information or images we see, we see because Nike wants to tease us. That gives me hope that there might be some substance to the above shot of (from L to R) white / white Jordan 9, Jordan 10, Jordan 11, Jordan 12, Jordan 13, Jordan 14!!! The shot was taken by Chris Paul on a recent trip to Nike's offices, and posted on his Twitter.

Dwyane Wade signs with Jordan Brand

2009-07-19T13:26:00.001+10:00

News via Sole Collector is that Dwyane Wade has jumped from Converse to Jordan Brand. While a lot of the commentary online is this is the endorsement departure since Kobe Bryant left adidas to - after a year of 'sneaker free-agency' - sign with Nike, is this really big news? After all, both Converse and Jordan Brand are business units of Nike. Still, I've hated Wade's signature Converse sneakers, and thought idea of him lacing up a pair of Carmine Air Jordan VIs is something I like.

Nike Air Presto - Black / Deep Red / Varsity Blue

2009-07-18T17:43:00.001+10:00

NIKE AIR PRESTO - 347635 001
BLACK / BLACK / WHITE
Our Price: AUD$159
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/929777/nike-air-presto---347635-001.html

NIKE AIR PRESTO - 347635 441
VARSITY ROYAL / VARSITY ROYAL / WHITE / BLACK
Our Price: AUD$159
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/929779/nike-air-presto---347635-441.html

NIKE AIR PRESTO - 347635 661
DEEP RED / DEEP RED / WHITE / BLACK
Our Price: AUD$159
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/929778/nike-air-presto---347635-661.html

NIKE SB: P-ROD 2 PREMIUM / DUNK LOW PREMIUM SB / DUNK LOW PRO SB

2009-07-18T17:37:00.001+10:00

NIKE PAUL RODRIGUEZ 2 PREMIUM - 354790 101
WHITE / BLACK
Our Price: AUD$189
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/930774/nike-paul-rodriguez-2-premium---354790-101.html

NIKE DUNK LOW PRO SB - 304292 902
BLACK / METALLIC ZINC
Our Price: AUD$159
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/930770/nike-dunk-low-pro-sb---304292-902.html

NIKE DUNK LOW PREMIUM SB - 313170 006
BLACK / METALLIC ZINC
Our Price: AUD$159
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/930769/nike-dunk-low-premium-sb---313170-006.html

New Balance 850 NB - 3 colourways

2009-07-18T17:35:00.000+10:00

NEW BALANCE M850FBW
WHITE / PINK / BLACK / BLUE
Our Price: AUD$159
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/930778/new-balance-m850fbw.html

NEW BALANCE M850WPT
WHITE / PINK / TEAL
Our Price: AUD$159
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/930776/new-balance-m850wpt.html

NEW BALANCE M850TPW
TEAL / PURPLE / WHITE
Our Price: AUD$159
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/930775/new-balance-m850tpw.html

More sizes coming soon

NIKE AIR WOVEN - 312422 001 - BLACK / BLACK / WHITE / MINT

2009-07-18T17:30:00.000+10:00

NIKE AIR WOVEN - 312422 001
BLACK / BLACK / WHITE / MINT
Price: AUD$149
Sizes: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/930779/nike-air-woven---312422-001.html

More sizes coming soon

NIKE AIR TRAINER 2 SB - 318480 321 - URBAN HAZE / TWEED

2009-07-18T09:43:00.003+10:00

We've just listed these

NIKE AIR TRAINER 2 SB - 318480 321
URBAN HAZE / TWEED
Price: AUD$169
Sizes (US): 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 12
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/929768/nike-air-trainer-2-sb---318480-321.html

Check out what else we have available in your size at http://soleprovider.force.com/stock

Air Jordan 1 Defining Moments Pack

2009-07-12T18:15:00.003+10:00

The Air Jordan 1 Defining Moments Pack has dropped online at Foot Locker. The pack includes two pairs of Air Jordan 1s; a Black / Varsity Red, and a White / Black / Celtic Green colourway, celebrating Jordan's 63 point playoff performance against the Boston Celtics in 1986.

Available now online from Foot Locker here

Nike Air Tech Challenge Hybrid

2009-07-06T17:34:00.000+10:00

You might have noticed, aside from the Air Jordan AJF line, we haven't posted a whole lot of hybrids. The reason for that is this blog is all about sneakers we like, and there hasn't been a whole lot of hybrids which have fallen into that category. I've been on the fence with regard to the Nike Air Tech Challenge Hybrid, until now that is. This black / mint green colourway is a beauty, and is said to be scheduled for release some time later in 2009.

Photo from http://www.leaders1354.com/?p=4809

Check out other Air Tech Challenges we have in stock here.

Nike Air Classic BW - white / dark grey / blue

2009-07-05T19:02:00.000+10:00

JD Sports has unleashed another exclusive Nike Air Classic BW, this time in a white / dark grey / blue colourway.

Available now from JD Sports here.

Nike Air Max Light - white / black / neutral grey flint, white / team red / metallic gold, & metallic platinum / voltage yellow / blue

2009-07-05T18:53:00.002+10:00

Last week we showed you this white / flint grey / medium green Nike Air Max Light. Purchaze has just dropped another similar Air Max Light in a white / black / neutral grey flint grey colourway, along with a couple of others...

Nike Air Max Light - white / black / neutral grey flint

Nike Air Max Light - white / team red / metallic gold

Nike Air Max Light (Women's) - metallic platinum / voltage yellow / blue

All three of the above are available now from Purchaze in Germany.

Nike Air Maxim 1 ND Parra

2009-07-02T21:16:00.000+10:00

This pair of Parra x Nike Air Maxim 1 NDs popped up on oSneaker.com recently. Apparently slated for an August release, this will be the third colourway in the Nike Air Max 1 based Nike Air Maxim 1+. If you can't wait until August, the above sample size 9 is available from oSneaker.com here for USD$460.

We received our shipment of the white / sport red / neutral grey Air Maxim 1+ today. They are available now here. Photos will be up shortly.

Air Jordan AJF4 - white / varsity red / black

2009-07-02T17:17:00.003+10:00

Foot Locker has just released the Air Jordan AJF4 in the probably the best looking colourway yet - white / varsity red / black.

Available now in sizes 7.5 to 18 here

Check out more photos on the Foot Locker Unlocked blog here

Nike Dunk Low Premium SB - Blue Lobster

2009-06-30T18:11:00.002+10:00

HUF, along with a number of other stores in the US, are releasing the 'Blue Lobster' Nike Dunk Low Premium SB tomorrow. While the hype around Nike SB releases died off a few years back now, there has been a bit of a resurgance with this release. While we haven't been able to get our hands on any of these, we do have a few other Nike SB releases coming in the next week of two, including some Dunks, and the Nike Air Trainer 2 SB. Enter your email for an update when they're in -

Nike Air Max 1 vs Nike Air Maxim

2009-06-30T17:56:00.002+10:00

Kicks/HI included today in their newsletter some great comparative shots of the coming Nike Air Max 1 vs the recently released, and Air Max 1 based, Nike Air Maxim. Check them out below...

While we haven't been able to source any of the original colourway Air Max 1, we should have the Air Maxim available some time next week. Enter your email for an update when they're in -

Air Jordan VI - black / infrared

2009-06-30T17:28:00.001+10:00

Gradiant Magazine has featured some shots of the Air Jordan 6 retro which is scheduled for another release next year. After last being released in this colourway in 2000, they are due back in January 2010 with US retail price apparently set at USD$150.

See more photos here.

Nike Air Max 90 - Dave's Quality Meats hyperstrike

2009-06-28T21:50:00.000+10:00

The general release of the Dave's Quality Meat Nike Air Max 90, which dropped in 2004 through General Pants in Australia, and a number of other stores globally, are one of the hottest collaborations we've seen. Better yet was the hyperstrike release which was available only to a handful of people from Nike and Dave's Quality Meats. The hyperstrike featured the Dave's Quality Meat logo on the tongue, a cut of meat on the innersole, and scuff marks on the cracked leather toe box. If you're a size 9 and don't mind dropping over a grand on a pair of sneakers, you can cop a pair now from eBay seller grocery_tw.

Nike Air Max 95 - neutral grey / neon yellow / dark charcoal

2009-06-28T18:53:00.004+10:00

Nike has scheduled the neutral grey / neon yellow / dark charcoal Nike Air Max 95 for another release in 2010, less than twelve months after their last release. I was in Foot Locker in Sydney just today and they still have pairs in some sizes sitting on the shelves. It's a little odd to see a re-release so soon. There seems to be a lot of retro Nike running shoes releasing at the moment including the ultramarine Air Max 180 which we will have available next week, and of course the white / red and white / blue Nike Air Max 1 which has just dropped in Europe.

Nike Air Max Classic - grey / cement / dragon red

2009-06-28T17:09:00.001+10:00

Size? has just added this grey / cement / dragon red Nike Air Classic BW, apparently part of the 'textile pack'. The colourway isn't too bad and the safari print has been kept to a minimum, appearing only on the tongue. The material used on the toe box and side panel however looks a little better suited to the Pegasus 89 it looks like it's been borrowed from. A little bit of mesh and these could have been a winner!

Available now from Size! here

Nike Air Max Light - black / white / gold

2009-06-27T19:08:00.000+10:00

We posted this Nike Air Max about a month ago when they released in Europe. We've been able to source a size run and should have them available by end of next week.

Nike Air Max Lebron VII - white / red

2009-06-27T11:13:00.000+10:00

Nike appears to have switched things up a little with the seventh and latest sneaker in Lebron James' signature line. As the name and above photo suggests, Max Air is used instead of Zoom Air, and Nike's lightweight flywire has been used on much of the upper. Personally I think this looks more like a combination of some of Tim Duncan's and Vince Carter's earlier releases.

Read more here http://flightclub.tistory.com/98

Nike Air Structure 91 - white / aquamarine / cinder

2009-06-27T10:48:00.000+10:00

Nike gives this white / aquamarine / cinder Nike Air Structure 91 the block pattern treatment, although a little more subtly than on the Nike Air Pegasus we posted a moment ago. They're available now via eBay from 95soleman.

Nike Air Pegasus - black / glass blue / volt

2009-06-27T10:47:00.000+10:00

I guess we should be thankful we got as many original colourways as we did before Nike went a little wild with the Nike Air Pegasus 89. This black / glass blue / volt colourway is already available through a few sellers on eBay, including shaolin8. The block letter print around the top lace holder has been used on a couple of sneakers from Nike recently, including a new Nike Air Structure we'll post in a moment.

Nike Air Trainer SC - white / grey / orange / stealth

2009-06-27T10:25:00.000+10:00

Foot locker has a second colourway of the Nike Air Trainer SC set to release, this time in one of the original colourways - white / grey / orange / stealth. No word whether they will be available online, however for those in the US they will be available in store at Foot locker.

Air Jordan 12 - Rising Sun - white / black / varsity red

2009-06-27T10:01:00.000+10:00

The Air Jordan 12 appears to be back for 2009, with this white / black / varsity red colourway appearing recently in sample form on eBay, and now available for sale pre-release from Marquee Sole. While I'm not the greatest fan of the Air Jordan 12, Nike has done a nice job on these with the predominantly white upper featuring perforated leather on alternate 'sun beams'.

Available now in sizes 8.5 to 11 for USD249.99 here, or you can wait until they release.

Nike Air Max ST - grey / black

2009-06-26T20:12:00.001+10:00

We mentioned earlier this week the white / black / red colourway of the Nike Air Max ST would be dropping in Australia at Foot Locker on July 1. It appears the UK has the jump on us, with both the original white / black / red and grey / black colourways releasing through JD Sports affiliated Size?. if you can't wait for them to release in Australia, and have a connection in the UK (Size? doesn't shit outside the UK), you can cop them both now here.

coming soon to JD Sports

2009-06-26T17:54:00.003+10:00

It's been a few weeks since JD Sports have updated their 'coming soon' page, but it was worth the wait! Over the next few months they have (from top to bottom) the grey / white / hot red / blue Nike Air Max Light due in June, and in August are expecting the white / blue / grey Nike Air Max ST, and what might be a grey / white / max orange or infrared Nike Air Max 90. While both the Air Max 90 and Light will be exclusive to JD Sports, the Air Max ST is likely to see a wider release and we'll be trying to source them.

Nike Air Max Light - white / flint grey / medium green

2009-06-26T17:53:00.000+10:00

This white / flint grey / medium green colourway of the Nike Air Max Light has just dropped at Purchaze. With materials kept pretty much true to the original, these would be a favourite.

Nike Air Max 180 - Ultramarine

2009-06-25T18:17:00.001+10:00

Nike has brought back another classic, this time the Nike Air Max 180 - Ultramarine which was last released as part of the History of Air pack in late 2005.

We have a size run on their way to us now, and should have them online by end of next week.

Photo from HUF.

Nike Air Trainer II LE - Bo Jackson

2009-06-23T21:32:00.001+10:00

Nike SB have released a number of colourways of the Nike Air Trainer II LE over the past 18 months, with the most notable likely being the Supreme collaboration. Now Nike's bringing them back through their own line, with this black / metallic silver / white colourway set to release through Foot Locker in the US next month.

Read more here

Nike Air Max ST

2009-06-23T21:21:00.000+10:00

Seems Foot Locker has an exclusive on these in Australia...

From FootLocker.com.au - The original colour way of one of Nike's overlooked Max Classics, the Max ST is the perfect shoe for the Nike enthusiast looking for something a little different, and the only place to get it is at Foot Locker.

Releases on 1st July 09. Retail price is AUD$179.95

We're still working hard to try to source some for those who can't get to a Foot Locker store, and will keep you posted.

Nike Air Max 1 - Safari

2009-06-21T17:58:00.000+10:00

Nike haven't let up with their use of the safari print, bringing out another four Nike Air Max 1s with uppers heavily adorned with it. While the front two colourways are a little on the bright side, the white / blue and black / orange colourways look good. Available now from boutiques in the US including Proper, although we haven't been able to find these available online as yet.

Air Jordan - Spring 2010 preview

2009-06-20T18:20:00.001+10:00

A bunch of catalogue shots from Jordan Brand's Spring 2010 range was shown on UpTempoAir recently, and SneakerNews put together the above image of a selection of the best. As well as a number of Jordan 1s, there are two Jordan 6s coming - a black / infrared colourway, and a new white / black, which is reminiscent of the white / navy colourway, worn by both Ray Allen and Vin Baker at Sydney Olympics in 2000, and later released in limited numbers.

Read more at Sneaker News here.

Air Jordan 1 - Do The Right Thing pack

2009-06-13T18:15:00.001+10:00

New sample pics of the Do The Right Thing Air Jordan 1 pack have come to light. Having dropped the patterned interior, they are also an improvement on earlier samples. Expected to release next month, hopefully this is the final product.

Pic from maestroknows.com

Jordan III True Blue - available now

2009-06-08T18:26:00.001+10:00

Probably one of the most sought after Jordan III retro releases, the True Blue colourway was confirmed as a August 2009 release a few months back. If you can't wait another couple of months, they are available now in limited sizes from Marquee Sole here. Sizes 8-10.5 are available and are priced at US$314.99 plus shipping.

Air Jordan AJF 9 - white / varsity red / black colourway

2009-06-08T18:07:00.003+10:00

Jordan Brand has dropped quite a few colourways of the Jordan AJF 9 now, with this being the latest. The white / varsity red / black colourway is available now from Foot Locker

Converse Co* Attache

2009-06-08T18:02:00.001+10:00

Foot Locker recently released a few sneakers from their Co* (co-star) range, including this Converse Attache.

Pick them up now exclusively from Foot Locker here

Nike Zoom Soldier III - grey reptile / yellow

2009-06-08T17:18:00.002+10:00

Nike is due to release yet another colourway in what has become my favourite basketball sneaker in a while, the Nike Zoom Soldier III. This grey reptile / yellow colourway features a reptile skin embossed upper where previous released have sported patent leather. Also featuring an orangey inner, these remind me a a lot of the original safari inspired Air Max 1.

Nike Air Pegsus

2009-06-08T17:10:00.002+10:00

Nike keeps coming with clean new Nike Air Pegasus 89 colourway. This light grey / black / violet colourway is due to release via Overkill shortly, although hasn't appeared on their site as yet.

Nike Air Max 1 - medium grey / white / dark obsidian

2009-06-08T17:04:00.001+10:00

Purchaze in Germany have just released this medium grey / white / dark obsidian Nike Air Max 1. Nike really hasn't gone too far wrong with these, unless of course they end up being a Europe only release...

Available now from Purchaze

Nike Air Presto - royal blue / white / black

2009-06-04T19:57:00.001+10:00

Amongst the bevy of retro running releases from Nike in 2009 in the Nike Air Presto. This royal blue / white / black colourway is available now in Australia at Foot Locker for AUD149.

Check them out here, or in your local Foot Locker store.

Nike Air Max Light - white / metallic gold / black

2009-05-31T18:12:00.001+10:00

As a fan of the Air Max Light, I was pretty excited to see them re-released for the first time mid-2007. Unfortunately in the almost two years since, we still haven't seen a lot of decent colourways, and those that have come out have largely been restricted to the UK through JD Sports, or at best to Europe. One wonders whether this will be the case again for this simple white / metallic gold / black colourway which just dropped at Purchaze. Let's hope not...

Air Jordan 12 - black / white / university blue

2009-05-31T16:20:00.001+10:00

Foot Locker has released what is the first re-release of a retro colourway in the Air Jordan Retro 12. This black / white / university blue colourway was originally released in the US in November 2003, as part of a USD200 pack. The 2009 re-release comes just like they used to; a pair of shoes in a box, which is a pleasent change from the numerous packs we've seen released by Nike through Jordan Brand in the past years.

Available now here.

Nike Air Zoom Soldier III (Lebron) - white / navy blue

2009-05-24T19:27:00.001+10:00

I already professed my love of the Nike Zoom Soldier III after seeing the black / white / red colourway. Seeing this navy blue / white colourway leaves me with no feeling of uncertainty that I need these two colourways at a minimum.

Via sneakernews.com

Nike Air Structure Triax - Livestrong

2009-05-24T08:27:00.004+10:00

Last week we posted the Air Max 1, Air Max 90, and Air Max 180 from the Livestrong pack. A fourth show from the series has popped up on eBay, although it doesn't look like this one made it past the sample stage. The above black / yellow / white Nike Air Structure could possibly have been the strongest of the pack.

If you're a lucky size 9, you can cop these on eBay here, although they are already at USD355 with more than a day left to run on the auction.

Air Jordan 5 Toro Bravo / Raging Bull pack

2009-05-23T21:09:00.001+10:00

If you missed out on the Air Jordan 5 Toro Bravo / Raging Bull pack when they dropped in selected Australian Foot Locker stores last weekend, fear not. They've dropped on Eastbay today, and there are still pairs available in all sizes... something which is a little unusual for more sought after releases on Eastbay which usually sell out within hours.

Available now from Eastbay here

Reebok Commitment Mid

2009-05-23T20:57:00.001+10:00

With my interest in basketball starting in the late eighties and early nineties, it was sneakers like this you would most often see on the feet of NBA players. While Reebok has re-released quite a few of their older sneakers - they haven't done a lot with their baskbetball range other than a few Pumps. The Commitment Mid, originally released by Reebok in 1989, has now seen its first retro release this year, and is available now in Australia in the above colourway from Foot Locker.

Nike Air Classic BW - white / grey / red

2009-05-23T17:10:00.003+10:00

This Nike Air Classic BW, due for release in the UK later this year, is *almost* one of my grails. Replace the red on the midsole with grey, and these are pretty much true to one of the BW releases from around 1992; a colourway I owned back in high school around the same time. I've have been fiending for this colourway to be released again since trading my original pair away along with a pair of Nike Air Maestros for a pair of All Star Jordan VIIIs... one of my great regrets in life.

Nike Air Max ST - white / black / red sample on eBay

2009-05-23T09:18:00.000+10:00

This sample white / black / red colourway of the Nike Air Max ST appeared on eBay this week from France based seller ultraman92. While not a bad colourway, it would be good to see a few of the original colourways releasing before Nike goes too crazy with new colourways. No word yet though whether this colourway will be released. If I was a sample size, I'd be tempted to snap these up...

Available here - http://cgi.ebay.com/Nike-Air-Max-ST-SAMPLE-9-us-white-black-red-93_W0QQitemZ220416663556

Nike Air Trainer III - white / grey / orange

2009-05-22T07:32:00.001+10:00

The Nike Air Trainer III has slowly grown on me over the years since it was first re-released. This colourway is probably a bit too much on the white side, but nice none the less. No word yet on availability.

Photo via NiceKicks

Nike Air Max 90 - white / black / neutral grey

2009-05-22T07:22:00.003+10:00

If it weren't for the use of honeycomb mesh - which I prefer to call hex-mesh - on the toe box and around the heel, this would be a nice clean Air Max 90. This white / black / neutral grey colourway is available now from JD Sports

Nike Air Classic BW - black / sport red / grey

2009-05-21T18:53:00.001+10:00

Nike just keeps coming with the Air Classic BWs, although yet again a nice colourway has been released exclusively through JD Sports in the UK. Luckily for us in Australia, the British Pound is lower than it's been in years against the Australian Dollar, so these aren't quite as unobtainable as they might have been in the past... providing you have a connection in the UK to pick them up for you.

Available now from JD Sports

Nike Air Flight Condor - black / royal blue / white

2009-05-20T21:09:00.006+10:00

We placed an order for these black / royal blue / white Nike Air Flight Condors today, and should have them in within a couple of weeks. The patent boarder around the lace strap is nice and subtle, setting off a colourway which is already made better by the use of both leather and nubuck on the upper.

Air Jordan 7

2009-05-16T21:51:00.002+10:00

A slight twist to the original with charcoal panels, this Air Jordan 7 Retro is part of the 60+ pack due for release this August. Also in the pack is an Orlando Magic inspired colourway.

Photo from NiceKicks.com

Livestrong x Nike Sportswear Air Max Collection

2009-05-12T19:59:00.001+10:00

Nike Sportswear is set to release a Air Max 90, Air Max 1, and Air Max 180 in selected US stores next week as part of their Livestrong collection. It's good to see some Air Max 180s released again as they seem to have been left on the shelf for almost a year now while Nike has focused on releasing an abundance of other Air Max.

Photo's and news via sneakerfiles

new releases & restocks...

2009-05-05T20:01:00.002+10:00

NIKE AIR CLASSIC BW - 316703 051
BLACK/PERSIAN VIOLET-WHITE
Sizes (US): 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 12
Price: AUD$219
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/729181/nike-air-classic-bw---316703-051.html

WMNS NIKE AIR CLASSIC BW - 318422 164
WHITE / VIVID PINK / BLACK
Sizes (US): 7, 7.5, 8.5
Price: AUD$169
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/883854/wmns-nike-air-classic-bw---318422-164.html

NIKE AIR MAX LIGHT - 315827 114
WHITE/WHITE-BLACK-VARSITY RED
Sizes (US): 9, 10, 11, 12
Price: AUD$189
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/737890/nike-air-max-light---315827-114.html

NIKE AIR PEGASUS 89 - 344082 101
SWAN / MEDIUM GREY / RS CORAL / BLACK
Sizes (US): 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 12, 13
Price: AUD$159
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/858724/nike-air-pegasus-89---344082-101.html

NIKE AIR PEGASUS 89 - 344082 001
LIGHT BONE / BLACK / VIVID BLUE / LIGHT TAUPE
Sizes (US): 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 12, 13
Price: AUD$159
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/883856/nike-air-pegasus-89---344082-001.html

NIKE AIR STAB - 315841 001
ANTHRACITE / ANTHRACITE / VOLTAGE YELLOW
Sizes (US): 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10
Price: AUD$149
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/883857/nike-air-stab---315841-001.html

NIKE AIR STAB - 315841 111
WHITE / WHITE / VOLTAGE YELLOW / BLACK
Sizes (US): 9, 10
Price: AUD$149
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/883859/nike-air-stab---315841-111.html

NIKE AIR MAX 90 LEATHER - 302519 116
WHITE / WHITE / BLACK / VIVID BLUE
Sizes (US): 9, 10, 11, 12
Price: AUD$179
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/737861/nike-air-max-90-leather---302519-116.html

Nike Zoom FC

2009-05-04T21:06:00.001+10:00

It's been a while since we've seen a Nike Zoom FC from Nike's SB range, but it appears a couple are scheduled for a release in the near future. This green / white colourway is reminiscent of the Noodles which came out a few years back. The Nike Zoom FC is one of my favourite lines from Nike SB and it's good to see them back.

Check out some of Nike SB other May 2009 releases at HypeBeast

Shop for Nike SB online at CCS

Photo from Hypebeast

Air Jordan 1 Cinco de Mayo

2009-05-04T20:42:00.005+10:00

Nike's Jordan Brand continues to release the Air Jordan 1 in a myriad of colourways, with the latest two being the above two. Released to coincide with Cinco de Mayo, they are available now at Footlocker.

JD Sports Nike Air Max Light - white / dark grey / max orange

2009-05-01T19:36:00.001+10:00

JD Sports has just released this white / dark grey / max orange Nike Air Max Light. From JD Sports -

The Nike Air Max Light was released to the world nearly 20 years ago when it enjoyed a small period of circulation before being overshadowed by its next evolution, the Air Max 90. This cult shoe is back to recruit a new generation of fans in this fresh JD exclusive colourway of White/Dark Grey/Max Orange featuring a soft fabric and mesh mix upper with branding on the side, tongue and heel plus a visible air unit in the sole.

Available now from JD Sports, UK

Nike Air Flight Condor - white / black / cement grey

2009-04-28T20:44:00.001+10:00

KICKS/HI just added a bunch of Nikes from their May 2009 shipment, including this Nike Air Flight Condor. I already liked the silhouette of the Condor, Nike's attempt at a low cut Flight 89, but seeing this Jordan IV inspired white / black / cement grey colourway has definitely convinced me to get a pair.

Available now from KICKS/HI

Nike Air Max 90 Infrared x Nike Air Trainer 1

2009-04-28T08:30:00.001+10:00

Interesting, huh? Firstly, it's only a concept, and not a Nike concept at that. This Nike Air Max 90 Infrared x Nike Air Trainer 1 hybrid was put together by Cellophane and Plus 41.

I don't mind these. Not sure I'd wear them myself, but one thing's for sure - I prefer this to the Nike Air Max 1 x Nike Air Trainer 1 which Nike has scheduled for release this year.

via NiceKicks

Women's Nike Air Classic BW - white / black / persian violet

2009-04-25T09:59:00.002+10:00

SneakerFreaker have just posted a few photos of the above women's Nike Air Classic BW in a white / black / persian violet colourway. No word on if or when these are releasing, however if they do I'll definitely be hunting down a pair of women's size 12s.

Check out more photos here

UPDATE: these are available now at Purchaze...

Nike WMNS Air Classic BW "White/Persian Violet-Black"
http://purchaze.com/en/cat12/532/nike-wmns-air-classic-bw-white-persian-violet-black.html

Nike Air Max 90 - white / varsity royal / obsidian

2009-04-24T07:52:00.001+10:00

Purchaze have just listed these Nike Air Max 90s in a white / varsity royal / obsidian colourway While at first glance they look good, there are two details I don't like, and based on those I won't be rushing out to find these. Firstly, the mud guard while looking black is actually obsidian. And secondly, Nike have used that hexagonal mesh. It's a shame, as otherwise these come so close to perfection.

Nike Air Max 90
White/Varsity Royal-Obsidian
309299 146
Approximately AUD$260 + shipping.

Available now from Purchaze

NIKE AIR MAX LIGHT x2, NIKE AIR TAILWIND 92

2009-04-19T20:45:00.002+10:00

just in...

NIKE AIR TAILWIND 92 - 336611 171
WHITE / TOUR YELLOW / CRIMSON / RED
Price: AUD$179.00
Sizes (US): 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12 13
CLICK TO BUY

NIKE AIR MAX LIGHT - 315827 133
WHITE / SCENERY GREEN / DARK OBSIDIAN / VARSITY
Price: AUD$169.00
Sizes (US): 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 12
CLICK TO BUY

NIKE AIR MAX LIGHT - 333623 002
BLACK / BLACK / VOLT / VIVID BLUE
Price: AUD$169.00
Sizes (US): 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 12
CLICK TO BUY

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Nike Air Max 90 Classic - White / Max Orange / Black

2009-04-19T07:46:00.001+10:00

This isn't the first time we've seen an Nike Air Max 90 'Infrared' inspired colourway using Max Orange, however this one falls a little short of the previous effort. For one, Nike has chosen to use their newer style hexagonal mesh which I'm not a fan of. None the less these will sure to be a favourite of many and we'll definitely be trying to source this white / max orange / black oclourway once released.

Photo via sneakernews.com

Air Jordan 16.5

2009-04-14T07:05:00.002+10:00

Brand Jordan has released photos of the next in their .5 line; the Jordan 16.5. Taking much of the sole, patent toe, black / red colourway and side mesh from the Air Jordan XVI, and the higher upper including the lace holes from the XVII, this is actually a pretty good looking sneaker. Set for release at Footlocker in November 2009, these will be on my pick up list.

Read more at http://www.footlockerunlocked.com/sneakers/205/jordan-16-5/Jordan

Photo from footlockerunlocked.com

Air Jordan 1 Hare

2009-04-11T14:35:00.003+10:00

Eastbay has just released the Air Jordan 1 Hare, which are apparently limited to 35,000 pairs. While this isn't as limited as some of the rarer releases seen over the years, given the numbers which are typically released this is a drop in the ocean. The detail on these is fantastic. Definitely one of the best Jordan releases we've seen in a while...

Available now from Eastbay

Nike Dunk Low Pro SB - black / white / black

2009-04-11T09:36:00.003+10:00

CCS just released this new Nike Dunk Low Pro SB. The Dunks Nike SB has been releasing for a while have been a little too wild for my liking, and perhaps as a result of there not being an infinite number of colourway possibilities, they've gone back to basics with this black / white / black release. I like...

Available now from www.ccs.com

Nike Air Zoom Soldier III (Lebron) Playoff

2009-04-10T14:23:00.003+10:00

Nike has a playoff colourway of the Nike Air Zoom Soldier III (Lebron) coming out shortly and I'm definitely going to cop a pair. After balling for years in Jordan XIs and eventually running out, my favourite shoes to ball in for the last little while have been the Zoom Lebron II. I've been looking for a replacement for the past few months and I think this just might be it!

Available now on eBay from SUCREAM

Air Jordan AJF9 releasing this weekend

2009-04-10T14:09:00.002+10:00

Footlocker has a couple of colourways of the Air Jordan AJF9 releasing this weekend. I'm not a fan of either Air Force 1s nor the Air Jordan IX, but it's been interesting seeing the AJF series of hybrids releasing over the past year or so. What started out as a Jordan inspried AF1 seems to have morphed into a AF1 inspired Jordan line. Sound confusing? The earlier releases mostly had Air Force 1 uppers with selected feetures from whichever Jordan they represented. The more recent releases have been made up mostly of a Jordan upper with a modified Air Force 1 sole. I'm hoping Nike has an AJF9 Low in the works...

Photos from http://www.footlockerunlocked.com/blog

Ben Drury / Dizzee Rascal x Nike Air Max 90

2009-04-10T09:33:00.002+10:00

Dizzee Rascall and Ben Drury have both done collaborations with Nike the in past. While Dizzee Rascall's were super limited and almost impossible to find, Ben Drury's effort was more available and a lot more asthetically pleasing. Accrding to Ben Drury's blog, they have a joint collaboration in the works which is an Air Max 90. The above shot is the only image available currently, but I'll be keeping an eye out for more...

Photo from http://blog.think-silly.com/ben_drury/?p=33

Nike Air Pegasus 89 Retro - white / black / rave pink

2009-04-07T09:07:00.002+10:00

Rave Pink seems to be a favourite of Nike's at the moment, making an appearance on this new Nike Air Pegasus colourway. The white / black / rave pink colourway, available now from Caliroots, would not look out of place alongside the swan red or vivid blue original colourways which we should have in soon.

Nike Air Tailwind 92 - royal / black / volt / white

2009-04-05T15:37:00.004+10:00

Nike has released their second new colourway of the Nike Air Tailwind 92 retro. This royal / black / volt / white colourway has been selected from a palette Nike used frequently during the late 80s and early 90s, and seems to be back for 2009. The above colourway is available now from Purchaze.

Nike Shox BB4 Retro

2009-04-04T09:21:00.005+11:00

Foot Locker and Nike's House of Hoops stores have a limited release retro of the shox BB4 coming out on April 14. It would be wrong to mention the Shox BB4 without bringing up Vince Carter, and specifically his dunk over 7'2" Frédéric Weis at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney while wearing the BB4.

Check out the dunk here -

While searching for the above video I also found this one, containing a lot of less seen Vince Carter highlights from the 2000 Olympics -

Nike Air Max 95 - white / medium orange / black

2009-04-04T08:17:00.005+11:00

Nike seems to have a lot of releases of the Air Max 95 in the works for 2009 which are more in line with the original colourways from 1995. This white / medium orange / black Air Max 95 is due to drop at Foot Locker in the US in May.

Nike Air Classic BW - white / black / persian violet ?

2009-04-02T08:42:00.002+11:00

Caliroots recently added this leather white / black / and what could possibly be persian violet colourway of the Nike Air Classic BW. The colourway is a little to bland for my liking, although the obviously black / persian violet / white inspired colourway has some nice touches including the embossed tongue. With a mesh toebox, and maybe some persian violet on the swoosh and midsole, these could be even nicer...

Available now from Caliroots

Nike Air Yeezy releasing 04/04/09

2009-04-01T17:32:00.002+11:00

While I dig both Nike and Kanye West, I just can't seem to extend that fondness to the Nike Air Yeezy, nor understand the hype around this sneaker. My fascination for chunky high top sneakers had diminished by about 1993, and I struggle with anything beyond the likes of a Air Jordan III, which coincidentally shares it's sole with the Air Yeezy. If you're into them though, it looks like they're releasing this week, with Kicks Hawaii promoting the release of a limited number of pairs this Saturday 4th April from their Makaloa store.

Photo from http://www.kickshawaii.com/

NIKE AIR MAX 90 PREMIUM - CHICAGO

2009-03-31T19:58:00.005+11:00

A few more pairs of this Air Max 90 Premium Chicago are available now from http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/564957/nike-air-max-90-premium---chicago---315728-441.html

NIKE AIR MAX LIGHT - BLACK / WHITE / BRIGHT CACTUS / ORANGE BLAZE

2009-03-31T19:24:00.004+11:00

Jordan 6 Rings - Air Jordan 1 Phat Low - Utah Jazz

2009-03-28T16:57:00.003+11:00

Nike has just released the next in their 6 Rings series of Jordans - this one in a Utah Jazz inspired colourway. As with the other 6 Rings releases, there is an accompanying pair of Air Jordan 1 Phat Lows. Both are available now at Eastbay.

Air Jordan 1 Retro Hare Jordan

2009-03-28T16:07:00.007+11:00

At first glance I thought this was going to be just another Air Jordan 1 release. After seeing these shots though I've definitely changed my mind and am really looking forward to seeing these. As well as borrowing their colourway from the Air Jordan VII 'Hare', so are some other nice features including the neoprene tongue with breath holes.

Air Jordan 1 Retro Hare Jordan
Light Silver/White-True Red
Release date - 1st April 2009

We'll definitely try to get these in. Send us your email to receive an update when new Jordans are coming in -
Photo via NikeTalk

Reebok Omni Lite - Dee Brown

2009-03-28T15:35:00.005+11:00

These Omni Lite's from Reebok were released in November 2008, so this isn't new news, however this pic from http://extrabutterny.com is the first time I've seen the Dee Brown innersole. The colourway was basically a reversal of the original black / white / orange, and was limited to 1991 pairs. Dee Brown gave the Omni Lite a lot of exposure during the 1991 dunk comp when he paused to pump up his shoes before a dunk. The shot on the innersole is taken from his final round 'no look' dunk. While this was a great dunk contest, I still think Shawn Kemp should have beaten Dee Brown. Back in high school I could do Dee Brown's no-look dunk myself, so have never found it that impressive. Decide for yourself by checking out each of their dunks here -

AIR MAX 90 - WHITE / NEO TURQUOISE / RAVE PINK

2009-03-28T14:26:00.003+11:00

NIKE AIR MAX 90 - 325018 141
WHITE / NEO TURQUOISE / RAVE PINK
Sizes (US): 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 12
Price: AUD$189.00
http://www.sole-provider.com.au/p/852329/nike-air-max-90---325018-141.html

Air Max 1 x Trainer 1 / Air Force 180 x Blazer ?

2009-03-24T21:30:00.004+11:00

Some new and interesting catalogue shots from Nike appeared on chajinyoung.com earlier this week, confirming that Nike is not going stop releasing hybrids any time soon. First up is a Nike Air Max 1 x Air Trainer 1, followed by a Nike Force 180, Nike Flight Lite High, and Nike Air Delta Force High all with what looks like a Blazer sole. Can't say I'm impressed with any of them...

check out more here - http://www.chajinyoung.com/241

Air Jordan 1 Phat Low Premium - Prom Pack

2009-03-24T18:44:00.004+11:00

It seems at some stage throughout every year some gimp on a sneaker forum will undoubtedly ask what sneakers / Jordans they should wear to their prom / high school formal. The answer to that question is, and should always be - NONE. It is a fact of life that suits look shit with sneakers. They simply weren't made to work together. Nike however must disagree, as they're set to release these two 'Prom Pack' Air Jordan 1 Phat Low Premiums next month. Details below...

04/18/2009 Air Jordan 1 Phat Low Premium (Prom)
365763 001 Black/Black-Varsity Red
365763 111 White/White-Varsity Red

via kixandthecity.com

Ray Allen Air Jordan XI PE

2009-03-23T18:04:00.003+11:00

Mr Jesus Shuttleworth, Ray Allen of the Boston Celtics, has been wearing a pair of white / gold / green Air Jordan XI PEs the last few games. While the Jordan XIs are top of my all time list of favourite sneakers to play ball in, not in this colourway...

Another JD Sports exclusive - Nike Air Classic BW - white / black / blue saphire

2009-03-21T17:32:00.005+11:00

JD is killing it at the moment with their exclusive releases. This is yet another great Nike Air Max Classic BW colourway which they've got a monopoly on. I think the only thing needed on this one to make it perfect is the use of the original tongue material rather than embroided mesh

In their words... First introduced in 1991 the Air Max Classic BW from Nike features a visible Max Air in the heel for great cushioning. Now re-issued exclusively for JD in a clean soft leather upper with black and blue accents, perforated heel detail and the much loved mesh panels and toebox, plus an embroidered Nike logo on the tongue.

while we won't be getting these in, if you want to know when other Air Classic BWs are coming in, enter your email address here -

JD Sports exclusive Nike Air Trainer 1

2009-03-21T17:23:00.003+11:00

JD Sports just keep on coming with the exclusive releases which aren't shipped out of the UK. If only Footlocker Australia had the same buying power and relationship with Nike! from JD Sports - Worn by a number of Pro tennis players including John McEnroe and last being reissued in 2002, the Nike Air Trainer 1 Mid is being re-released again in this retro White/Grey/Black/Blue colourway. The lightweight and comfortable design of this great style made it work across a number of sports by keeping the ankle from rolling plus the velcro strap across the forefoot keeps your foot locked in and comfortable! Expected March 2009

Nike Air Max 90 - White / Neo Turqoise / Rave Pink

2009-03-21T17:12:00.003+11:00

one of the nicer nike air max 90 colourways we've seen of late, we'll have a few size runs of these in next week

Nike Air Max 90
White / Neo Turqoise / Rave Pink
325018 141

coming soon... nike air pegasus 89

2009-03-21T13:20:00.006+11:00

both colourways of the nike air pegasus 89 should be in by end of next week

2 x air max light - coming next week

2009-03-21T08:18:00.003+11:00

we'll have both these in next week...