Christmas Lebron 7 and Joker Kobe 5 Available Now!

Just a a few things in case you missed on heck of a NBA Christmas day game yesterday against Cleveland vs. Lakers. Lebron was rocking his Christmas edition 7's and Kobe along with most of the team wearing the "Joker" inspired Zoom 5. Lebron's retail for $180 and Kobe's for $120. Both check over at nike.com and eastbay.com to see if there are still sizes left.

Best Sneaker of 2009: Reebok “BringBack” Pump #5 & Eggplant Foamposite #6

I would have moved the Foamposite up a bit before the Reebok but hey...that's just us!

Best of 2009: CLOT Nike AF1 #7 & UNDFTD x Converse Poor Man’s Weapon #8

They decided not to post the convo on the Converse x Undftd Poorman shoe so they skipped right on over to #7. We at least included a picture of them incase you forgot how they looked.

Best Sneaker of 2009: Nike SB Bruin #9

Lots of negative feedback with this one. Do you agree?

Best Sneaker of 2009: Air Yeezy #10

Complex put together a Best Sneaker of 2009 list. DJ Clark Kent, MAYOR, Matt Halfhill, Chris Vidal, Joe La Puma, Bradley Carbone, and Will Whitney debate on the dopest kicks for 2009. Agree or disagree this is what they came up with. Each day Complex will release another video based on the choice of the panel. Check it out and comment below.

Nike Air Max 95 Italy Blue

Thanks again @Maze1er for close up shots of the Italy Blue 95's. The Italy Blue Nike Air Max 95 features a mix of Varsity Blue, Black, Italy Blue, Metallic Silver, and White. The upper is made of mesh, patent, and smooth leather. Be on the lookout for these over the next week or so. Nike.com should have them soon as well.

Air Max 95 Cool Grey Neon Yellow Spring 2010 Release

As mentioned before a true classic color in the Air Max 95 Neon/Grey will never get old. We now have even closer look at them and for the most part they stay true to the 95 version of the shoe with minor adjustments. They should release sometime around early 2010 but will keep you posted as we get closer to the jump.

Nike Dynasty High – Valentine’s Day Pack

The classic Nike Dynasty is making it way back onto shelves and going after the youngster real tough with unique colorways they are dropping. Feb is technically the Chinese New Year so NIke is always going to hit you with something special. This twin valentine day pack will hit U.S. shelves as we get closer to that date! Ladies get ready because these are pretty fly!

Nike Cortez – Year of the Tiger

Just to continue the whole traditional release of the Chinese Zodiac-based kicks nike drops the cortez "Year of the Tiger" this go around. Printed date of the Chinese New Year is printed on the insole and an embossed BaZi emblem with a centered Chinese character for “Tiger” on the tongue. We don't know if they come with it but it appears they have the Product Red laces that we featured last week on the right shoe. More info to come as we get closer to the jump!

P.S. Did you all peep the what seems to be a all white/grey Air Max 90 Current with the Nike Torch material on the toebox in the background???? Maybe it was just me....

Air Jordan Outdoor – 2010 Sneak Peek

So everything in 2010 is not going to be all good....Lol. These are early sample versions of another rendition of the Jordan 2010. Rumored to be geared more toward a "outdoor" hoop shoe with it guarded upper and additional straps across the shoe reassembling the Jordan 8. Certain elements on this shoe remind us of the Lebron II but def will have to be on of those we see up close to find out what's up with em. Scheduled to release sometime early in the year.

Air Jordan Retro IX (9) Black 3M Citrus | 2010 Release

Oh yeah...did we forget to mention that the 9's are making a comeback for 2010??? Well take a look at these Black 3m Citrus retro 9's still with no official word on if they are going to even be a stateside release yet. I remember when they decided to redo the 9 almost 9 years ago and catz were trying to dye their upper black to get it close to a P.E. color....CRAZY! These may be just a sneaker peak at what Jordan Brand has up their sleeve for the 9's next year. Can you say the words....STAY BROKE?? HAHA. Keep it locked.

Air Jordan Alpha 1 Black Red

What have we been telling you since this summer....don't expect Jordan to get rid of this iconic shoe anytime soon! Jordan Brand now has released some images of the Alpha 1 Blk/Red and we personally think that are HOTT! We saw sketches of this shoe back in Sept but not better images have released we are diggin them even more. The shoe now actually has zoom air built in with better cushioning support and revises outsole. This was transformed to get more with the times on the performance scale but still keeping that vintage look! Words like "Thank You" on the footbed and "Since '85" on the heel give it a little something extra. Be on the lookout Spring 2010 for these.

Nike MVPuppets: Mystery Solved

Mystery solved......

Nike Air Max 1 TZ x Patta Part IV

Patta does it again with is amazing yet simple design on the classic Nike Air Max 1. These are set to hit Patta's new District 5 store on December 18th and set to be Nike x Patta 4 and final installation of the series. Back canvas and woven nylon, white swoosh and please let's not forget that gum sole...SHA-POW! (Had to throw that in there) Not word yet on U.S. release but don't sleep when we keep you posted otherwise.

Jordan Six Rings (6 Rings) Motorsports Silver Anniversary Detailed Look

So back this summer when the internetz where buzzing about the Jordan 6 motosport color we also got a quick look at the Jordan 6 rings mock as well. This time we see a detailed image of the kicks that will soon hit US market sometime in 2010. They have been popping up all over the twitter spot with people like @_MAYOR_ and Dj Clark Kent showing off their pairs. These kicks were rumored to only be available for Michael Jordan's motorcycle team but now will release to the public. No official word on a exact date but expect them to drop soon. When they do we will continue to keep you posted.

Nike Wood Wood LunarWood Release Info

So it's pretty safe to say that this has officially become my new ACG for winter. While the GOA Domes are still used as a back up incase we get some inches...these bad boys will be on the feet! Having to guess wether or not these ACG would be released in the US is now a thing of the past. Sat Dec 19th is the date they are set to release but only available at Nike Tier Zero accounts!! The list is below if you can manage to get your hands on a pair!

Blends, Costa Mesa

Bodega, Boston

Concepts, Boston

CRSVR, Santa Barbara

Darkside, San Francisco

Dave’s Quality Meats, NYC

Proper, Long Beach

Shoe Gallery, Miami

UBIQ, Philadelphia

Undefeated, La Brea

Undefeated, Santa Monica

(Product) Red x Nike Sports Wear Limited Edition Laces

So if you have not heard or seen the buzz from when Kobe Bryant was rocking these laces on Dec 1st for Aids awareness day here is a closer look. Nike team up with Product Red to help raise money for The Global Fund with the help to fight Aids in Africa. We copped 3 pair in plans to possibly pick up more. Not only are the proceeds going to the foundation but the laces are actually pretty nice themselves.

Tried going to local spots in the Detroit area that claimed they carried these and no luck. Just received these in last week from my online order. Here is the link to read up on more about them and the cause. (www.theglobalfund.org) If you would like to cop your pair and support the cause you can click here ( BUY FROM NIKE ) Send us your pictures with your shoes if you copped already or plan to buy to SoleSurvivorDetroit@gmail.com

Air Pegasus 89 Black/Wht/Grey Detailed Look

Air Pegasus 89, what can we say to this classic. Simple clean platform with a base black suede, black mesh in the toe box, grey/white midsole mix, and white nike swoosh to really set this silhouette off. These are available at select accounts right now!

NEW BALANCE 850 X SNKRFRKR (SKIPPY) Detailed Look

The Sneaker Freaker 850 that recently released was a huge success. Take a even closer look at an actual pair provided to us by our good friends at Burn Rubber Detroit! More amazing up close is that Kangaroo leather toe cap used on these. Even though sneaker freaker decided to shave down parts of the somewhat bulky 850 they still kept it fresh. I am really diggin the whole color scheme along with the extra padding added in the tongue to give it that right amount of puff! Hope you were able to get a hold of your pair!

Nike Air Maxim 1 Torch – Unreleased Sample

So if you have not been following our site and don't know what the hell Nike Torch is then you need to [CLICK HERE] to get up to speed quickly!! This is an unreleased sample pair of the Air Maxim 1 done up in a gum sole, black suede upper, purple swoosh, and neon laces to add the extra something. Nike incorporated the TORCH material to the toe box on these giving it not only the performance aspect of things but to also keep you cool under pressure. Not sure if Nike is going to bless us with this color or not but these pictures have surfaced on the net as of this past weekend. Keep it locked with us.

MVPuppets: Mystery of the Missing VII

I love these commercials by the way. Great job to Nike Basketball side of things bringing back the fun side of what this can be about as well. Stay tuned for the additional episodes.

Nike Sportswear Blazer – 10 Holiday Colorways

Images taken from the winter 2009 Nike Sportswear Holiday catalog. Blazer are still going strong and made that transition from sports to lifestyle with the quickness! Which color/s will you be grabbing this winter holiday....I mean you do have options here people! HA.

Jordan Chris Paul CP3.III Release Info and Detailed Description

The release for the CP3 III is set for Dec 24th at the House of Hoops location in this traditional Mardi Gras colorway. I want you all to read over the detailed specs on these first because right off the back the design will not pop right out at you. To be honest I think this is one of the uglier lookin shoes in his line up to date. The thing that still keeps me interested is how the comfort/stability with these on the court is going to feel like. Apparently all the technical specs which we breakdown at the bottom are set in place so that there is little to no "Break in" time right when you put them on. Only time will tell how these do in the next couple months. Read for more information below.

The Jordan CP3.III’s overall design inspiration comes from hornets, chosen both for their reference to Chris’s NBA team (New Orleans Hornets) and for their amazing maneuverability in nature. In addition to design elements symbolizing hornets, the Jordan CP3.III includes details personal to Chris, such as a family crest graphic and an outsole reference to bowling.

Performance Features
-Introduces Podulon technology in the midsole, inspired by IPS and meant to sustain comfort and responsiveness for the lifetime of the shoe

-Varied herringbone traction pattern allows athlete to have 360-degree traction while aiding in quick stops and starts

-Rubber wrap extends up the medial outsole to protect against toe drag

-Raised outsole tip, forefoot and lateral heel for increased stability during sharp cutting movements

-In mold compression molded phylon heel pod provides cushioning for high impact landing

-An internal shank provides midfoot support

-Achilles pads in interior reinforce foot lockdown and comfort

-Lightweight construction helps athlete stay quick

-Combination of leathers and synthetic leathers in the upper offer optimal support for dynamic on-court movement

Design Features
-Inspired by hornets and includes references such as the ‘stinger’ down the top of the tongue

-Lace tips have “336” inscribed – the area code for Winston-Salem

-Outsole features a reference to bowling, one of Chris’s favorite hobbies, by calling out each shoe’s size

-Family crest graphic on the upper has details to symbolize Chris’s mother, father, brother and late grandfather

-Considered design – recycled materials, pattern efficiency, water-based paint and glue, and recycled rubbers were used wherever possible

After the release of the Mardi Gras Jordan CP3.III, the JORDAN CP3.III will then launch nationwide on Saturday, January 2, 2010 for a suggested retail price of $118.