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Tuesday, December 31, 2013

Nike Air Flightposite "Carbon Fiber" 2014 Retro

The Nike Air Flightposite has most recently returned to retailers in the new, and creatively colored, "Exposed" form. What will Nike do next with the model? It appears that they will be bringing back the model in its original form, and in one of the most popular coloways as well. The "Carbon Fiber" makeup of the popular sneaker was quite rare and very difficult to come by when it was originally released. The re-release of the model marks one of the more highly anticipated releases for the 2014 year. Pictured below is a detailed look at the sneaker. Take a look and let us know what you think. Is this a must have sneaker in 2014 if it makes its way to retailers? Are you excited to see the Nike Air Flightposite return in its original form? Or are you a fan of the Exposed version of the shoes that released this year? Be sure to leave a comment below containing your thoughts.





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Adidas Kobe/Crazy 1 "Playoffs" Detailed Images

With the Adidas Kobe/Crazy 1 recently making its return in the "Sunshine" colorway, it was only a matter of time before more colorways of the model also made their way to retailers. Next up appears to be the "Playoffs" makeup of the model, pictured in detail below. Last seen The shoe features a grey mesh structured upper that is accented by black throughout the rest of the model. Currently Adidas has not announced any official details on a  release of the colorway but it has been confirmed to return to retailers at some point in 2014.

The model originally released back in 2001 and received its first official retro treatment in 2006. Is it too soon for the model to return yet again? Or are you happy to see the space-like sneaker heading back to shelves? Let us know what you think by leaving a comment below and be sure to stay tuned to Freshly Laced for further details regarding the release of the "Playoff" colorway.


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Air Jordan 3 "Katrina" Release Info

The Air Jordan 3 in one of the most iconic and well-loved sneakers of all time. The model introduced elephant print and the air bubble to the Air Jordan line, making it one of the most memorable Jordans to date. Both Nike and Jordan Brand have been known for their charitable actions (Nike's Doernbecher Series) and now Jordan Brand is primed to bring back The Air Jordan 3 "Katrina" colorway. The limited pairs of the sneaker were auctioned off shortly after Hurricane Katrina in an attempt to raise money for those affected by the disaster. The shoe naturally became well loved in the sneaker community and will certainly be one of the most popular releases of 2014 if it does indeed make its way to retailers.

The shoe has tentatively been scheduled for a March 8th release date and will retail at the typical retail price of $170. The model is rumored to be a general release so keep your fingers crossed that there will be plenty of pairs to go around. Do you plan on picking up a pair if they do indeed release? Is this one of the top sneakers for the upcoming year? Let us know what you think by leaving a comment below and be sure to stay tuned to Freshly Laced for further details.



Nike KD 6 "Light Crimson/Navy" First Look

As Nike Basketball continues to expand its signature lines, the Nike KD series has made significant strides towards the top of the sneaker community. The popularity of the signature shoe of the NBA superstar has grown as quickly as the popularity of Durant himself. The shoe is often referred to as one of the better performance sneakers being produced by Nike Basketball on an annual basis. With the growing interest in the KD series, the number and variety of colorways being released have grown as well. The most recent colorway to surface appear to be a USA themed makeup, that features a red, white, and blue mix of colors. As this is a first look at the model, there is very little information available at this time regarding a release but be sure to stay tuned to Freshly Laced for details when they become available.

Friday, December 27, 2013

Air Jordan Melo 1.5 Retro

As the retro craze continues to take over the sneaker community, companies continue to bring back some of the more recent sneaker models. Jordan Brand has chose the Melo 1.5 as it's first release of this type and the news has been well received. The response to the retro seems to be greater than what was seen when the model originally released. This phenomenon indicates the growth that has occurred in the sneaker world and shows how much things have changed in a relatively short period of time. Whether this change is good or part is up to you to decide, although it certainly has both positives and negatives. 

As for the return of the Air Jordan Melo 1.5, the model is set to resurface in the black and university blue colorway worn by Carmelo Anthony while he was a member of the Denver Nuggets. The sneaker has been given a release date of January 4th at is set to retail at a manageable price of $120. 

What do you think of the return of the Air Nordan Melo 1.5? Are you glad to see it get the retro treatment or do you feel it is too soon? What about the sneaker game in general? Has it become to mainstream for it's own good? Or has the increased popularity led to positive changes? Let us know what you think by leaving a comment below. 


Thursday, December 26, 2013

Nike Air Foamposite One "Oregon Ducks" Release Information

The relationship between the University of Oregon Ducks and Nike is well established, after all the popular sneaker company got it's beginning in the state and still has HQs stationed in Beaverton, OR. Over the last several years we have begun to see a rise in the popularity of the various exclusive models designed specifically for the schools athletes. Now Nike plans to release Nike Air Foamposite One "Oregon Ducks" makeup that has recently created quite a bit of interest over the last few weeks. The model honors the university's colors and mascot with green and yellow accents accompanied by a unique pattern across it's upper. The sneaker is currently scheduled to release on December 30th and will retail at $240. Is this release a must have for your sneaker collection? Do you plan on trying to pick up a pair come release day? Let us know what you think of the model by leaving a comment in the provided section.





Nike LeBron XI "Dunkman" Detailed Images

One of the signature colorways of the Nike LeBron line in the "Dunkman" makeup. The colorway is applied to the line annually and is always a hit with sneakerheads across the board. The makeup features hints of line green that accents the mostly grey colorway. It was only a matter of time before the Nike LeBron XI was hit with the popular colorway and now we are finally getting a look at this models version of the makeup. Pictured below are a few detailed images of the shoe, which stays true to last trends for the colorway as lime green accents a mostly grey upper. The shoe will hit retailers on December 31st at a retail price of $200. There is little doubt that the sneaker will once again be very popular in the sneaker community and certainly deserves the attention it regularly receives. Does the Nike LeBron XI "Dunkman" live up to releases of past years? Do you plan on copping once released? Let us know what you think by leaving a comment below.





Air Jordan 6 Retro "Infrared 23"

It is well known that 2014 will be a big year for the Air Jordan 6. There have been many rumors that have been surrounding the classic sneaker, but one of the more definite upcoming colorways is the "Toro" or what is now being called the "Infrared 23" makeup. The sneaker, pictured below, features an all red leather upper that is accented by a black midsole and the always popular partial translucent sole. Release information for the sneaker is yet to be determined but detailed images such as the ones below certainly point to an upcoming release. 

How do you feel about this new colorway of the Air Jordan 6? Is it worth picking up in 2014 or do you have your mind set on more classic makeups? Let us know what you think by leaving a comment below and be sure to stay tuned to Freshly Laced for further release details.













Thursday, December 19, 2013

Air Jordan 2 - 2014 Summer Retros

One of the most disregarded Air Jordans of all-time is the Air Jordan 2. The model has stiff competition as the rest of the Air Jordans 1-5 are some of the most popular models to ever come from the brand. The sneaker hasn't stirred up as much retro hype in recent years as many of the other Air Jordan silhouettes, but it looks like 2014 could be a big year for the model. Pictured below are three rumored releases of the shoe, two of which look to sport never before seen colorways. The shoes are runored to release in April, May, and June but no official release information has been announced as of yet.

What do you think of the Air Jordan 2 getting the retro treatment? Do you plan of picking up a pair during the summer of next year? If so, which color way? Let us know what you think by leaving a comment below and be sure to stay tuned to Freshly Laced for more detailed release information.




Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Nike Lebron 11 "Orange/Blue"

Although the Nike LeBron 11 has been hit with a great deal of controversy as LeBron James himself has had trouble playing in them, the model has still enjoyed a great deal of success in the retail market as it has quickly become one of the greatest releases of the year. Even with a great deal of success already being experienced, Nike continues to pump out new colorways and capitalize on the popularity of the model. One of the upcoming colorways of the model, pictured below, is the "Orange/Blue" makeup seen below. It features a completely orange upper that is accented lightly by subtle hints of blue. The sneaker currently does not have a release date but with detailed images like this it will be only a matter of time before the model hits retailers.

What do you think of this colorway of the Nike LeBron 11? Do you think there was some New York Knicks inspiration behind the design? Let us know what you think in the comment section below and be sure to stay tuned to Freshly Laced for details regarding release.







Air Jordan 6 "Toro" Retro Another Look

The Air Jordan 6 is set to have a big year in 2014, and is set to return in a big way with the never before seen "Toro" colorway of the sixth sneaker installment of the Air Jordan series. The makeup will feature an all-red leather upper that is accented slightly by hints of black. The model is topped off with the always popular translucent sole. All-red makeups have become a bit of a trend for Jordan Brand in recent years and the trend doesn't appear to be ending in 2014. At this point in time there has been no official announcement of release but the sneaker certainly seems to be on its way to retailers at some point as we have now seen multiple sneak peek images of the shoe.

What do you think of the all-red look that has become popular over the years? Do you see yourself picking up a pair come release day? Let us know what you think with a comment below and be sure to stay tuned to Freshly Laced for more details?


Adidas The KOBE Retro

And the retro basketball sneakers keep coming as we are getting a detailed look at the retro version of the Adidas The KOBE. Pictured below is a mostly yellow makeup of the sneaker that is lightly accented by black and grey hints. The colorway is the same that was worn by Bryant in the 2001 ASG. Kobe also wore the sneaker during his second of the three consecutive titles won while playing alongside Shaquille O'Neal. Currently the sneaker is scheduled to hit retailers on 12/26, although they are available ahead of time courtesy of kicksclusive.

What do you think of this adidas retro sneaker? Are they worth picking up? Let us know what you think below by leaving a comment.






Air Jordan 11 Low - Summer 2014 Releases

With Christmas marking the season of the Air Jordan 11, it now appears that summer will become the season of the Air Jordan 11 Low, as three colorways of the model are set to release during the summer of 2014. This decision by Jordan Brand follows the recent trend and will be bringing some long awaited design concepts to retailers. The first, and most popular, is the "Concord" colorway making its way to the Air Jordan 11 Low. The second big one is the return of snakeskin to the sneaker, which has already seen it return but in GS sizes only. Now the reptile pattern will hit shelves in all sizes and will feature a green tint and top of a black upper. As always, all of the shoes will feature the highly popular translucent sole to complete the sneakers famous look. Over the years, sneakerheads have been jealous of the Air Jordan 11 Low PEs seen on only the feet of Michael Jordan himself. Now Jordan Brand looks to be taking the hint and bringing some similar makeups to retailers.

What do you think of these upcoming Air Jordan 11 Low releases? Which of the three is the best? Which will you try to cop? Let us know what you think in the comment section below and be sure to stay tuned to Freshly Laced for more details regarding a release.




Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Nike SB Dunk High "Tiffany"

Over the years the Nike SB Dunk has become famous for its exclusive and collaborative releases. One of the more popular of these releases was the Nike SB Dunk Low "Tiffany". The shoe signified a collaboration between Nike and Diamond Supply Co. and it featured a "tiffany blue" and black upper inspired by famous jewelers Tiffany & Co. Now the model will be releasing in a high version, pictured below, and certainly already has the sneaker world buzzing. The model is yet to receive a release date or be given a price tag but will surely be well received when it does in fact release.

How does this high version of the Nike SB Dunk compare to the previously released low edition? Do you plan on picking these up when they release? How does these rank among the top SBs released in recent years? Let us know what you think by leaving a comment below and be sure to stay tuned to Freshly Laced for release details.





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