BY . SALEM MAGHERBI
This week is actually pretty huge for sneakers. We’re finally seeing the release of part of Off-White's collection with Nike, plus the highly anticipated Flyknit Jordan 1 lands in stores. In other Nike news, Supreme has dropped a surprising collaboration, and there’s a special pair that Patriots fans will love (and everyone else will loathe). We’re also excited about a Reebok x Packer Shoes collaboration, a trio of new Doernbecher sneakers, and some unique White Mountaineering x Adidas sneakers. It’s unlikely you’ll be able to get everything you want this weekend, but even the consolation pairs are very cool. Get out there!
NIKE X SUPREME AIR FORCE 2S
Supreme has had amazing success with Air Forces in the past, but this is the first time they're playing with the rarely seen Air Force 2. Offered in a quartet of unique colors, with yellow, orange, teal, and brown, the combination of rarely used silhouettes and the massive draw of Supreme makes for a unique release that we're excited about. Supreme Nike sneakers usually sell out immediately and fetch high resale prices, but this time there are still a few sizes sitting. Check the site! Maybe there's still a pair for you.
NIKE AIR FOAMPOSITE PRO "ISLAND GREEN"
We know that Foamposites aren't for everyone, especially in an Island Green colorway, but we had to let you know about these. The Foamposite is a classic thanks to Penny Hardaway's popularization of the sneaker that has lived far beyond his own basketball career. Island Green is a kind of teal on steroids and therefore not super easy to wear, but for an audacious splash of color you can't get much better than this. The bold upper is countered by black nubuck and a black tongue, an icy outsole, and a metallic silver swoosh.
NIKE AIR FORCE 1 ULTRA FLYKNIT "RKK"
If you love the Patriots you're going to love these Flyknit Air Force Ones. If you're everyone else: maybe skip these immediately. The Knit Forces are an homage to Patriots-owner Robert Kraft and the team's win of the 51st SuperBowl. The upper uses the uniform colors of the team: gray, navy, and red. The sneaker sits on a bright while sole cementing a classic look.
REEBOK X PACKER WORKOUT LOW "REVERSE GUM"
Reebok's Workout Low deserves a comeback: It's an iconic sneaker that has real staying power (and for good reason). This week, New Jersey-based sneaker shop Packer Shoes has taken the classic look of the Workout Low and flipped it in its "Reverse Gum" colorway. Instead of a white upper and gum outsole, the upper is a gum-colored suede while the outsole is bright white. The result is a sneaker with a fresh but familiar look. You don't have anything like this is your collection yet.
NIKE X DOERNBECHER AIR PRESTO X
The Doernbecher Collection continues to drop new pairs this week with a trio of colorways on the brand's new Air Presto X. The designs from Ethan, Sophia, and Joe may not be the most sophisticated or prettiest pairs in your collection, but that's beside the point. The sales from the Doernbecher Collection benefit kids at the OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital Foundation, so whether or not you ever wear the sneakers, the kids get a step up. Each of the three pairs features a pattern made from phrases or words chosen by the kids: OVERCOME, I WANT CANCER GONE, and HUSTLE HIT NEVER QUIT.
ADIDAS EQT 'REFILL PACK'
We have to admit we're not super clear about the theme for this five-pair drop from Adidas, but the sneakers are all pretty cool. The collection is headlined by the Three Stripes' new EQT Cushion ADV, the highlight of which is a very dope, industrial-feeling sole. That complex sole sits under a very contemporary black mesh upper making for a shoe that feels like a retro runner with all the modern amenities. The rest of the collection is rounded by four pairs of EQT Support RF in old-school leather and suede treatments and Primeknit as well. Black-and-cream colorways are incredibly versatile for anyone looking to expand their sneaker collection.
NIKE FLIGHT BONAFIDE "CARGO/KHAKI"
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The future has sent back their shoes for us to wear and they're the Flight Bonafide from Nike. The massive "bug eye" sole is borrowed from the Nike Zoom Flight 95, the sneaker that acts as the inspiration for this new shoe. A Flyknit upper is completely lacking laces, letting a heel zipper act as the main entry point into the sneaker. The combination of crazy sole, laceless execution, and a contrasting range of colors from outsole to upper means the audience for the shoe is limited but definitely worth keeping on your radar.
