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Footwear

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All the latest news, videos, and information on new sneaker releases — basketball, skate and streetwear shoes, and anything footwear related.

Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant on a basketball court with the Air Jordan 19 and a Black Mamba logo, illustrating the origin of the Mamba moniker.
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The Secret History of Kobe Bryant’s “Black Mamba” Nickname: The Vetoed Michael Jordan Pitch

In the modern era of basketball and sneaker culture, no alter-ego carries as much mythological weight as Kobe…
A pair of the new Reebok Engine A 26 performance basketball shoes in the Chalk and Black colorway, featuring a breathable mesh upper, gold accents, and the ERS+ cushioning system.
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Reebok Engine A 26 Release: The Ultimate Guide to the Brand’s Newest Court Innovation

When you live at the intersection of streetwear and competitive hoops, a new performance sneaker drop is always…
Vintage 1980s Troop Sport sneakers featuring the Major High, Destroyer II, and Cobra models.
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The Rise, Fall & Resurrection of Troop: The Streetwear Brand That Rumors Built (and Destroyed)

If you were outside in 1987, you didn’t just see Troop—you felt it. Before the internet, before hypebeast…
Wide angle view of a Nike outlet store with shelves overflowing with unsold orange sneaker boxes and a large clearance sign.
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The Sneaker Market Crash of 2026: An Autopsy of the Hype Economy

If you are still holding onto a stack of Jordan 1 boxes in your closet hoping to fund…
Vintage Airwalk ads
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The Rise and Fall of Airwalk: From the Feet of Tony Hawk to the Shelves of Payless

If you were a teenager in 1996, you didn’t just wear shoes; you pledged allegiance to a tribe.…
SOREL Out N About™ IV Mini Puffy Boot
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SOREL Out N About IV Mini Puffy: The Cute, Cozy & Affordable Winter Shoe She’ll Love

If you’re hunting for the perfect winter gift (or just want to upgrade her cold‑weather rotation), SOREL has…
BAPE CROSS STA 2025 Release
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BAPE CROSS STA 2025 Release: Futuristic Design, Upgraded Materials & New Colorways

A BATHING APE® (BAPE®) continues to push the boundaries of sneaker innovation with the latest evolution of its…
Converse SHAI 001 Family Colorway - MASI BLUE
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Converse SHAI 001 FAMILY Colorways Drop Oct. 2 at Foot Locker

The Next Chapter of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Converse Legacy Foot Locker is set to launch the next wave of…
adidas Anthony Edwards 2 ‘With Love’ basketball shoe in black, beige, and pink colorway against a solid background.
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adidas Anthony Edwards 2 “With Love” Launches at Foot Locker October 4

The wait is over. On Friday, October 4, Foot Locker will release the highly anticipated adidas Anthony Edwards…
Cole Haan GrandPrø All-Day Court Sneakers
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Cole Haan GrandPrø All-Day Court Sneaker Review: Tested on Court & in the Streets

When it comes to sneakers, I usually keep two separate pairs in rotation—one for style when I’m out…
Undefeated x Jordan 4:
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History of the Undefeated x Jordan 4: From 2005 Friends & Family to 2025 Drop

In sneaker culture, few releases reach grail status. Even fewer maintain it for 20 years. But the Undefeated…
PUMA Hali 1
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Tyrese Haliburton Debuts the PUMA Hali 1: A Fusion of Performance, Design, and Cultural Energy

Game 1 of the NBA Finals isn’t just a big stage for basketball — it’s also the on-court…
everyday sneakers with lush shape and dense texture
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Why Adidas Samba, New Balance, and Asics Are 2025’s Hottest Sneakers

Sneakers have always been central to streetwear and fashion, but in 2025, Adidas Samba, New Balance, and Asics…
LaMelo x TMNT
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PUMA Hoops & LaMelo Ball Team Up with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles For Sneaker Collection

PUMA Hoops is joining forces with basketball star LaMelo Ball and the legendary Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT)…
A pair of Nike Kobe 6 Protro basketball shoes highlighting the signature snakeskin texture and sleek silhouette.
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Why the Nike Kobe 6 Is the Most Popular Basketball Shoe

The Nike Kobe 6, first introduced in 2010, has remained a favorite among basketball players worldwide. Its innovative…
people wearing running shoes
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The Science Behind High-Performance Sneakers: What Makes Modern Athletic Shoes So Advanced?

Modern athletic shoes are more than just stylish—they are marvels of engineering designed to enhance performance, prevent injuries,…
Anta KAI 1 Sacred Bond
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Kyrie Irving and ANTA Unveil the KAI 1 ‘Sacred Bond’

Basketball superstar Kyrie Irving continues to break boundaries with the release of the ANTA KAI 1 “Sacred Bond,”…
Crep Protect Spray
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Sneaker Protection 101: Why Every Sneaker Enthusiast Needs Crep Protect Spray

As the seasons change and autumn rolls in, sneaker enthusiasts face new challenges in keeping their kicks looking…
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How Sneakers Became a Status Symbol in Hip-Hop, from Run-D.M.C. to Travis Scott

Sneakers have always been more than just footwear in hip-hop—they’re a cultural statement, a symbol of status, and…
BAPE® x Bored Ape Yacht Club SHARK STA Sneaker
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BAPE® x Bored Ape Yacht Club SHARK STA Sneaker Drop

Global streetwear icon A BATHING APE® (BAPE) and the Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) have teamed up for…
ACCEL exotic Collection by éS
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éS Releases Limited Edition Exotic ACCEL Collection Skate Shoes

Introducing the limited edition ACCEL exotic Collection by éS, a skate shoe line so wild and unique, it’s…

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