KICKS
PUMA Releasing New J. Cole DREAMER 2 Kicks
Source: Puma / PUMA Unbeknownst to many, J. Cole’s sneaker signature line on Puma is continuing to grow in popularity and with that kind of success comes new and innovative colorways and remixes. Source: Puma / PUMA Yesterday (Jan. 21) Puma announced that they were going to be adding to Cole’s basketball RS-Dreamer sneaker line and releasing the new DREAMER 2 at the end of the month for those looking to ball on the court while still looking stylish on the block. Equipped with Puma’s RS technology to help ballers break ankles in comfort, the DREAMER 2 is bound to get some burn on courts from the playground to the NBA. Cole himself announced the new shoe by remaking the album cover of his 2014 Forest Hills Drive project. Cole is back on the rooftop of his childhood crib with the same gear, s...
Celeb Sneaker Plug Benjamin Kickz Arrested For Assaulting & Robbing A Fan, Goons Did It
Source: Bennett Raglin / Getty These days internet celebs are just as popular as actual celebs and sneaker dealer to the stars, Benjamin Kickz just found out that the price of fame sometimes costs peace of mind… and more. TMZ is reporting that the famous sneaker reseller was recently arrested after his crew put hands and feet on a fan in Miami this past New Years Eve. Apparently Benjamin Kickz confronted a fan at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach believing he’d taken a pic of him and proceeded to snatch his phone and walked away as his crew put a universal beatdown on the victim. The beating was so bad that authorities say the fan was taken to the hospital to get treatment for his injuries. Benjamin was booked into Dade County Jail Thursday morning and has been charged with one count ...
Bandooloo?: BAPE’s “New” COURT STA Silhouettes Look Mighty Familiar
Source: @supreme_leaks_news / Instagram Decades after A Bathing Ape (BAPE for short) blew up by blatantly biting Nike’s classic Air Force 1 silhouette, the OG Japanese street brand is looking to recapture that “lightning in a bottle” and is rumored to once again be copying another classic sneaker style. Pictures have leaked on the internet of BAPE’s upcoming Court Sta silhouettes and sneakerheads around the world were quick to point out that the “new ” joints closely resemble the grails known as the Air Jordan 1 High’s and some low top variants that also look familiar. Draped in the fan favorite “Shadow” colorway to the Air Jordan 1, the sneakers also feature BAPE’s signature star on the sides and it’s gorilla camouflage etched into the leather. How Nike doesn’t sue BAPE like they did Warr...
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The Drip Factory: Cardi B Gives The World A Look Into Offset’s Epic Sneaker Collection [Video]
Source: Prince Williams / ATLPics.Netkicks If you ever doubted that Offset lives a life look no further to his kick game. His wife just shared some footage and it is clear Kiari is holding some heat. As seen on Sneaker Freaker the Migos front man should no longer be slept on when it comes to feet pieces. Last week Cardi B gave a tour of their Atlanta mansion. During the Instagram Live the “Bodak Yellow” rapper captured her husband while in his shoe room. The scene was like none other as you could visibly see thousands of sneakers in arms reach. In the line of sight were stacks of rare Nike Dunks, Player Exclusives and Air Jordan’s. Also in the rotation were Air Force 1 High ‘Sheeds’ and Air Max 97’s. Bardi shared her frustration saying “this is ridiculous” to which he responds “it’s a...
Got ‘Em?!: Tips & Techniques To Actually Cop Hyped Sneakers Online
Source: STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN / Getty Let us guess, you’ve taken yet another “L” on that highly anticipated sneaker drop that you’ve been waiting on for the past few weeks and feel the universe has it in for you and just you. What it’s like to try and cop Kobes on SNKRS pic.twitter.com/xYnYxVKd8m — B/R Kicks (@brkicks) November 24, 2020 While we’re sure you’re more than likely punching the air like Tre in Boyz N The Hood and cursing the sneaker Gods to oblivion, it’s okay, we’ve all been there and will continue to visit. Especially in this day and age when waiting on line and camping out overnight has been replaced by online raffles and sneakerbots that eat up merchandise at the speed of light. Still, there are a few things you can do to up your chances of taking home that seemingly elusive ...
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J Balvin Dropping Colorfully Ragged Air Jordan I [Photos]
Source: Jordan Brand / Jordan Brand Colombian reggaeton artist J Balvin is an international star. So it only makes sense that he’s getting his own Air Jordan I—making him the first Latino artist to collab with Jordan Brand. Source: Jordan Brand / Jordan Brand Officially announced today (Nov. 19), the Air Jordan I x J Balvin is all about “colores” and “vibras” (that “colors” and “vibes” in Spanish, respectively)—and also the names of his two past albums.
The Concepts x Nike SB Dunk High “TurDUNKen” Is All Kinds of Holiday Heat
Source: Nike / NIke After taking home the coveted Shoe Of The Year award, the Nike SB Dunk is still poised to be one of the hottest releases for the remainder of the year and in a few weeks will see another hot drop that’s sure to have hypebeasts going beserk. Source: Nike / NIke On November 20th Nike will be releasing their new “Concepts” Nike SB Dunk TurDUNKen High’s which was remixed by the good people over at Concepts in Boston, MA. Featuring a Thanksgiving football holiday theme with the brown colorway and a laser-cut quarter replicating feathers, the design is as creative as it is eye-catching. “We’ve definitely never taken ourselves too seriously. We’re well-versed in sport. We come from luxury,” says Concepts Creative Director Deon Point. “The thing with us that always gets ov...
Jordan Brand Latest Spin On The Air Jordan 1 Zoom Geared Toward’s “Esports” Athletes & Fans
Source: Nike / Jordan Brand Athletic apparel brands recognize the Esports is the wave and that Esports athletes are very cognizant of the latest heat in terms of footwear. Jordan Brand hopes the latest spin on the Jordan 1 Zoom will catch the attention of button mashers all over the globe. The Air Jordan 1 Zoom “Esports” is the brand’s latest direct attempt at wooing professional gamers and Esports aficionados. The company already let us know they were all in when it comes to Esports with the League of Legends inspired collection. These kicks take all of its hues from competitive gaming with its design, the laces, and the kick’s tongue tag and inner lining feature a striking blue that reminds us of the blue glow the PS4 and PS5 use to signify the system is powered on. Source: Nike / Jordan...
Future NBA Lottery Pick LaMelo Ball Joins PUMA Hoops
Source: PUMA / PUMA LaMelo Ball is rolling with Puma. Today (October 14), the athletic brand announced had entered into a partnership withthe future NBA Draft lottery pick. “I am really excited to be joining the PUMA family,” said LaMelo Ball via a press statement. “I believe the brand is the perfect partner for me because PUMA will allow me to just be myself. I want to be 100-percent authentic whether that’s playing basketball or showing off my personal style and that’s what I want to do with Puma.” Melo will serve as a brand ambassador for Puma and will eventually helm his own signature products. According to Puma, Melo aims to incorporate the brand’s “culture first approach” which hopes to be an amalgamation of sports, fashion, culture and music. At just 19 years old, LaMelo Ball is a s...
The Classic Air Jordan 4 “Fire Red” OG’s Are Set To Return On Black Friday
Source: Jordan / NIke Okay hypebeasts, collectors, resellers, and bot cheaters—get ready for one of the most highly anticipated releases in years. Jordan Brand is readying thee retro release of 2020. Source: Jordan / NIke After months of rumors and fingers crossing, Jordan Brand has confirmed that this year’s highly anticipated Black Friday release will indeed be the 1989 “Fire Red” Air Jordan IV’s with the “Nike Air” logo on the heel tab. About time! The last time these saw a release was back in 2012 with the Jumpman logo replacing the original “Nike Air” on the back. But being that OG fans have been gobbling up any and every retro Jordan with the original “Nike Air” branding, Jordan has decided to give fans what they’ve been begging for and are prepared to retro the classic silhouette in...
HHW Gaming: Nike x ‘Madden NFL 21’ Team Up To Bless 99 Club Members With Golden Cleats
Source: Nike / Madden NFL 21 Being named to Madden NFL 21’s 99 Club clearly has its perks on the football field in the real world. Ahead the NFL season kicking off Thursday (Sept.10), EA Sports announced that Nike and Madden NFL 21 is once again teaming up to bless four of this year’s 99 Club members with exclusive footwear to match the bling they were already blessed with. The Swoosh unveiled a collection featuring popular Nike silhouettes, the Nike Vapor Elite, Nike Force Savage, Air Jordan X Low, and Air Jordan X. Each of the cleats will be dipped in gold and will be gifted to Aaron Donald of the Los Angeles Rams, Stephon Gilmore of the New England Patriots, Christian McCaffrey of the Carolina Panthers, and Michael Thomas of the New Orleans Saints. Yes, those players are a part of...
HHW Gaming: Puma x Nintendo Team Up For The RS-Dreamer “Super Mario 64”
Source: PUMA / Nintendo Video games and kicks collided once again for this latest Puma and Nintendo collaboration. To celebrate the 35th anniversary of Super Mario, Puma has announced it is teaming up with Nintendo for a “Super Mario 64” edition of J.Cole’s new basketball sneaker, the RS-Dreamer. The sneakers take its cues from the iconic heroic plumber with its red uppers, blue and white color gracing the kicks ProFoam midsole that is topped off with a hint of yellow on the lace support. While it makes Cole’s popular new shoe unrecognizable, it will easily resonate with fans of the Super Mario video games. The sneakers are inspired by Mario’s legendary digital drip that famously consisted of overalls, long sleeve red shirt, white gloves, and hat combo. If that wasn’t enough to remin...
