How The 2005 Nike SB Dunk 'Pigeon' Changed The Sneaker Industry Forever.
In 2005 the Nike SB Dunk 'Pigeon' released as a tribute to New York City, and the events that followed changed the sneaker industry forever. Jeff Staple - the man behind the shoe didn't see this coming, but the legacy of this shoe and its impact is has shaped the sneaker landscape into what it is today. Here is the story behind one of the most coveted shoes of all time.
Nike Kobe 3 Protro 'Halo' In Depth Performance Review and On Feet!
The Kobe 3 first dropped in 2008 and nearly two decades later we're seeing it return in performance retro form on Kobe Bryant's birthday. The Nike Kobe 3 Protro 'Halo' releases on August 23 for $210. Check out my in depth review including colorway, design details, quality, cushioning, traction, sizing and comfort. On feet and on court footage included!
Air Jordan 5 'Wings' In Depth Review and On Feet!
The Air Jordan 5 'Wings' released on July 18 for $215, celebrating the ten year anniversary of Jordan Brand's Wings Initiative. Check out my in depth review including colorway, materials, quality, cushioning, sizing and comfort. On feet footage included!
TOE TO TOE: Is The Nike Sabrina 3 An Upgrade Over The Outstanding Sabrina 2?
The Nike Sabrina 2 was easily my favorite basketball shoe of 2024, so naturally the Sabrina was my most anticipated shoe for 2025. After spending some on court time with Sabrina Ionescu's third signature shoe, I put it toe to toe with the previous iteration and make a final verdict. Is the Sabrina 3 worth the upgrade? Check out my in depth review including cushioning, traction, support, sizing and fit. On feet and on court footage included!
Another Hit? Nigel Sylvester Air Jordan 1 Low OG 'Better With Time' In Depth Review and On Feet!
BMX star Nigel Sylvester has become one of the most prolific collaborators with Jordan Brand, and he's following up his well received Jordan 4 'Brick By Brick' with a Jordan 1 Low. The Nigel Sylvester Air Jordan 1 Low OG 'Better With Time' releases August 16 for $165. Check out my in depth review including colorway, materials, design details, quality, sizing and comfort. On feet and lace swap included!
Awake NY Air Jordan 5 'Black Racer Blue' In Depth Review and On Feet!
Perhaps one of the more anticipated collaborations of 2025, Awake NY is back to team up with Jordan Brand again and dropping a pair of Jordan 5s. The Awake NY Air Jordan 5 'Black Racer Blue' releases on August 30 for $210. Check out my in depth review including colorway, materials, design details, cushioning, sizing and comfort. On feet and lace swap included!
Air Jordan 1 'Shattered Backboard (2025)' In Depth Review and On Feet!
The Jordan 1 'Shattered Backboard' was a huge hit in 2015, drawing inspiration from Michael Jordan shattering a backboard during an exhibition game in Italy in 1985. A decade later, this beloved colorway is back. The Air Jordan 1 'Shattered Backboard' releases on August 23 for $185 in the United States. Check out my in depth review including colorway, materials, quality, design details, cushioning, sizing and comfort. On feet and lace swap included!
Nike Kobe 4 Protro 'F.C. Barcelona' In Depth Review and On Feet!
Kobe Bryant has never been shy about his love for soccer, with the sport being the inspiration behind opting for a low top shoe when the Kobe 4 was released, setting off a trend that lasts to this day. Nike has teamed up with FC Barcelona to release the Nike Kobe 4 Protro on July 31 for $190. Check out my in depth review including colorway, materials, design details, cushioning, traction, sizing and fit. On feet and lace swap included!
Air Jordan 4 'Denim Worn Blue' In Depth Review and On Feet!
The Air Jordan 4 'Denim Worn Blue' releases on August 9 for $220 in the United States. Check out my in depth review including colorway, materials, quality, design details, cushioning, sizing and comfort. On feet footage included!
Inspired by Golden Eye 007! Air Max 1 'Big Head Mode' In Depth Review and On Feet.
In 1997 Nintendo released Golden Eye 007 based on the James Bond movie of the same name in 1995. Paying tribute to the trailblazing video game, Nike released the Air Max 1 'Big Head Mode' on April 7 for $160 in the United States via .SWOOSH. Check out my in depth review including colorway, materials, design details, cushioning, sizing and comfort. On feet footage included!
I Have High Hopes For These! Nike Sabrina 3 'All-Star (Bring The Heat)' In Depth Review and On Feet!
The Sabrina 2 is currently my favorite basketball shoe so I had high expectations when the Sabrina 3 finally arrived. Did it live up to it? The Sabrina 3 'All-Star (Bring The Heat)' released on July 18 for $140. Check out my in depth review including colorway, design details, quality, cushioning, traction, sizing and comfort. On feet footage included!
Air Jordan 12 'French Blue' In Depth Review and On Feet!
During the 2002-03 NBA season, Kobe Bryant was a sneaker free agent after he ended his contract with Adidas and during one game was spotted wearing a Jordan 12 that perfectly matched his Lakers Alternate Blue uniform. The Air Jordan 12 'French Blue' returns on August 16 for $200 in the United States. Check out my in depth review including colorway, materials, quality, design details, cushioning, sizing and comfort. On feet footage included!
Air Jordan 10 'Steel' In Depth Review and On Feet!
Returning with an original feature that Michael Jordan himself wanted removed, the Jordan 10 'Steel' is back in its true form for the first time. The Air Jordan 10 'Steel' releases on August 2 for $215 in the United States. Check out my in depth review including colorway, materials, quality, design details, cushioning, sizing and comfort. On feet footage included!
Air Jordan 1 'Self Expression' In Depth Review and On Feet!
The Air Jordan 1 'Self Expression' releases on July 31 for $185 in the United States. Revealing a distinct multi-color layer underneath the black leather, this is a shoe that's more than meets the eye. Check out my in depth review including colorway, materials, quality, design details, cushioning, sizing and comfort. On feet and lace swap included!
Air Jordan 4 'Rare Air' In Depth Review and On Feet!
Jordan Brand has been pushing the 'Rare Air' series hard this year, with early samples and "mistakes" serving as inspiration. And at the end of July we may have the best one yet. The Air Jordan 4 'Rare Air' releases on July 26 for $220 in the United States. Check out my in depth review including colorway, materials, quality, design details, cushioning, sizing and comfort. On feet and lace swap footage included!
Nike Kobe 6 Protro 'Total Orange (WNBA)' In Depth Review and On Feet!
The Kobe 6 Protro 'Total Orange (WNBA)' releases on July 18 for $190 in the Untied States. It's a nod to Kobe Bryant's support for women's basketball and it comes in a bright and bold orange outfit. Check out my in depth review including colorway, materials, quality, details, cushioning, sizing and comfort. On feet footage included!
One of the Best Colorways! Air Jordan 8 'Aqua' In Depth Review and On Feet.
In 1993 Michael Jordan debuted the Jordan 8 'Aqua' during the NBA All-Star game, and after returning twice in 2007 and 2015, it is back again. The Air Jordan 8 'Aqua' releases on July 19 for $215 in the United States. Check out my in depth review including colorway, materials, design details, cushioning, sizing and comfort. On feet footage included!
Caitlin Clark Nike Kobe 5 Protro 'Indiana Fever' In Depth Review and On Feet!
The Indiana Fever's star Caitlin Clark's first publicly available PE is here. The Nike 5 Protro 'Indiana Fever' releases on June 30 for $190 in the United States. Check out my in depth review including colorway, design details, quality, cushioning, traction, sizing and comfort. On feet footage included!
The SB Dunk That Was Pulled Before Release! Here's the Story of the Freddy Krueger Nike SB Dunk Low.
In 2007 Nike was gearing up for a "horror pack" that featured a Jason Vorhees SB Dunk High, a Dawn of the Dead Air Trainer 1 and to complete the trifecta, a Freddy Kruger SB Dunk Low. Unfortunately, sneakerheads never got a chance to see this release, but a few were able to make it out alive. Here's the story behind the Freddy Krueger Nike SB Dunk Low.
Air Jordan 3 'Starfish' In Depth Review and On Feet!
The Air Jordan 3 'Starfish' releases on July 18 for $205 in the Untied States as a women's exclusive. Check out my in depth review including colorway, materials, quality, details, cushioning, sizing and comfort. On feet footage included!