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Archive for November, 2007

Sooo Basically The Air Jordan 23 is…

(check out the raster image of this on Nicekicks)

 

So basically it is what I said in my post a couple of days ago; that the Air Jordan XX3 will be the most advance sneaker ever made… and that is why its looks so ugly.

 

Basically, Nicekicks explains away some of what Jordan is trying to do with these sneakers. One of its feature will be the total lack of glue. No glue means better biodegradability.

 

Another interesting factoid:  the stitching is the main strength of this sneaker and will also make it harder for those who counterfeit to do so.

 

I am not sure about that… but who knows, maybe it will work. I bet that there will still be see-thoughs Jordans somewhere in this style.

 

So the sneaker puts proformance and function WAY ahead of style and form. Much like the the Nike Zoom Kobe III, this sneaker will be ahead of its time in tech (I wonder if they are leaving the IPS system in? I like that allot)  and weight. Jordan is going out with a super performance sneaker. An ugly as hell super performance sneaker.

 

What can save it? The colorway and the materials. I guess we will see in about a month and a half.

 

…and yes, I am still getting a pair. I mean come on, its the last Air Jordan that will be ever made!


Spiz’ike OG Gets Some Attention

Cement Air Jordan Spizike

(Courtesy of Air-Randy and Nicekicks)

Release Date: 11/23/2007

 

Nicekicks did the sneaker community a solid a couple of days ago by putting together all the OG color Air Jordan sneakers that the Spiz’ike is based on and putting it all together in a photo extravaganza.

It looks like to me that the Spizike is very much based on Air Jordan 3. considering the history of the Air Jordans and the fact that he almost left after the second Air Jordan, I guess Air Jordan III holds a special place.

I do have one question about the line up that Nicekicks displayed… isn’t Air Jordan 11 also part of the sneaker with the patent leather? I mean, I know this version of the Spiz’ike sneaker doesn’t have patent leather, but it does show up on many other the other Spiz’ike sneaks.

FYI

Since I have gotten so many hits for my Spiz’ike Page (and my Air Force One page and AND my Air Jordan release page)  I do plan on updating them with new info (I originally was not cause I leave that to other sneaker sites… all I do is let you know its been updated on their site lol) and pictures. While it might not be exactly the same as say Nicekicks release page info, I hit the high lights of the stuff I think will be hatwz.


Charles Barkley Alpha Force 1 Mid Part II – 11-10-07

Charles Barkley x Alpha Force

I just love these sneakers!!!

You got to take a look at some of the newer pictures on Sneakerfiles too. The whole design of the sneaker is hot and you have to love the “shine” at the soul of the sneaker.

While I am not too sure about buying them on eBay, the bottom line is that they are available at a few places.

The actual release day, according to Nicekicks.com, is 11/10/07 . That is a few days from now.

Now you may be shocked at the cost… 250 dollars. So if you end up getting for less and the wrong product code is on them, you just been had.

Most comments on this sneaker are positive from the community which does say something about the style and love for the idea. Are they comfortable? Who knows. Are they collectibles? HELL TO THE YES.

 I have no idea where they will be available. I know I can’t get them considering my incredible want for the Foamposite One Black and Cactus (200 dollars). Plus, my feet don’t look too good in high tops. I have the canvas Vandals and I feel like 2 boats are on my feet.

Mad props to the people who get these Barkleys.


Are These Fake? Air Jordan 13 See-Throughs

 Air Jordan 13 See-Through

I see YOU!

So you tell me… are these fakes or real deal Air Jordans? If they are fakes, do you think that Jordan should make a pair like this? should it be limited, lifestyle or one time only releases?

Just to be clear… get it?… I am pretty sure they are fakes (extremely sure) but I will bet you a WHOLE dollar that I will see them this week somewhere. Would you wear Air Jordan’s knowing that they are fake… and spend 60-99 dollars doing it?


First Shot of Air Jordan XX3… what the hell???

Air Jordan XX3 Finally Leaked! – Sneakerfiles.com

Air Jordan 23 - First Look

I love Air Jordan and I bet that most people have at least 2 pair of Jordans in their closet at any given time. I figure the last Air Jordan will be the most comfortable footwear ever made… full of technological stuff like these sneakers have

But this picture… the look… THESE THINGS LOOK UGLY. (more…)


Hot Shoes! Royalty Luxury Alloys – The Masterpiece

SEMA Wheels: That’s one heck of a fat lip

That’s one heck of a fat lip - Autoblog

 I don’t know about the fat (phat) lip and who is going to see it (your boys will), but the look of the car is pretty hot.

Some people say that rims are going out, but the reality is that the best way to make your car/truck look different from others is to change the shoes. Around my area black rims with silver trim are popular. Also what is coming into play (finally cause I like them) is the shoes that look like flying disks (more on that later) .

Anyway… these are cool.For you ballers out there, try something different for once and instead of putting them on a Dodge Charger or Magnum, try a Lincoln or a Subaru Tribeca or something.


Hmmm… I don’t like it: Maybach 62 Landaulet

Leaked! Maybach 62 Landaulet

Maybach 62 Landaulet

 

I just don’t like it at all. Now do this with a Bentley and we are good.  Autoblog talks about the cost of this car and howthe target customer will be able to afford it. But will they want it.

It is original though… don’t know what the shoes will look like but probably the same lame things on the current Maybach.


Don’t Think I Forgot About The Shoes

Oh good lawd, when was the last time I posted about cars? Its been a long time. Well since the SEMA show is out there are some things to look at, I figure this is a great time to start posting about cars again.

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Alife x Asics Gel Lyte III as seen on Nicekicks

Alife x Asics Gel Lyte III Available Online! :: Nicekicks.com

 Alife x Asics Gel Lyte III

 200 Smackers A Pair!!!

At 200 dollars (USD), if you buy 2 pair, you will end up spending 400 beans! Now lets face it, if you can afford that much for these sneakers, then you probably have the outfits that will match them already. I like these sneakers, but what would you wear with them?

These came  out already (Oct 26 2007)  and are still available at alifenyc.com. Currently only sizes 9-13 and that depends on which flavor you pick up.

Oh and as for nick names, the green one is called “the green monster” and the black on is called “black lagoon”.  How’s for cool names?


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