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AFEW Unveils Michael Jordan’s Best-Kept Secret
The Air Jordan 11 Bred is one of the most popular colorways on an absolute fan favorite silhouette. But despite its universal appeal, Michael Jordan himself wore the shoe in only 16 NBA games. Why’s that? On the ocasscion of this year’s retro release of the Bred 11s, AFEW looks further into the matter. For…
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Red Wing and New Balance Present a US-Made 997 Collab
Colder days lie ahead – and thankfully, sneaker brands adapt to that. New Balance linked up with fellow US brand Red Wing to craft a sturdy variant of one of their standout silhouettes. Decked out in premium leathers and using earthy tones, the Red Wing Heritage x New Balance 997 unites the unique expertise of…
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18 of Our Favorite New Balance 997 On-Foot Shots
New Balance‘s line-up of sleek running silhouettes has several universally acclaimed silhouettes ready. One of the most popular sneakers of them is the New Balance 997 which first launched in 1990. Designed by Steven Smith, the silhouette is considered his most notable contribution to the 99X series. As with many models, it first hit the…
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mita and New Balance Present a Crosswalk-Themed 996
Famed Tokyo sneaker store mita once again teams up with New Balance for a special project. This time, the duo celebrates the Japanese capital’s street culture quite literally. With its striking crosswalk mita sneakers x New Balance CM996 TOKYO CROSSING adds an eye-catching design to the subtle sneaker. The 996 is another premium runner from…
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The Chunky Trend – How Long Will It Last?
Chunky sneakers, bulky footwear or dad-shoes – the trend comes with many names and in multiple facets. One thing is certain, though, sole units have been getting bigger and footwear design comes with more layers and material than ever. The “chunky” trend is big and it’s contagious, and fashion brands like Balenciaga aren’t just following…
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A Closer Look at the adidas Torsion Edberg OG
Contrary to what the latest retro trends suggest, the 90s weren’t all about chunky sneakers. In fact, one of the predomimant sports of that era was tennis. Next to dazzling personalities like Andre Agassi, one of the outstanding figues was nine time Grand Slam winner and adidas athlete Stefan Edberg. Bringing back one of the…
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9 Sneaker Customs That Should Release Officially
Ever since sneakers became a fashion statement a couple of decades ago, designers catered to pretty much every thinkable audience. This brought us a steadily growing variety of styles, with only a couple of boundaries that limit creativity. Trademark protected imagery. And of course collaborations between rivalling sports brands. Then there’s also always the business…
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Will the New Balance X-RACER Be a Hit in 2019?
The next big trend after chunky dad sneakers looks to be another unlikely aesthetic. A couple of years ago, sneakerheads wouldn’t have casted a glance at those technical trainers. But now they’re all the rage among those who look for something different. And with the New Balance X -RACER, the Boston brand is all in…
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Here’s Why We’re No Longer Doing Print
It’s official: We’re no longer running a print magazine. After ten years in the business and having just launched our anniversary issue, we have made the decision to focus our energy on our existing digital channels. The March issue with the Nite Jogger cover and its dedicated Augmented Reality app is the final one. We…
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Iceberg Showcases 24 Nike Sneakers You’ve Never Seen Before
Iceberg’s giant Nike archive has more than just Air in it. Here’s a look at some models you’ve never seen before and the reason why he’s so passionate about them – one of the greatest Nike collectors on the globe off the beaten path. Iceberg, most people know you as the biggest Air Max collector…