OLD SOLE, NEW TRICKS: III

Tuesday, June 18th, 2013 by

Aloha All!

I am glad to announce that this June 28th, FITTED HAWAII is sponsoring one of the world’s largest sneaker shows to date! If you’re curious about what sneaker culture is about, this is definitely a great way to become introduced! Expect to see some of the rarest and most highly coveted pieces of footwear, while enjoying a top notch concert and tons of sponsor giveaways! If you see me there, be sure to introduce yourself! …Dead Prez is a no brainer!

For vending info, please contact: sneakerpimpshawaii@gmail.com

For vending info, please contact: sneakerpimpshawaii@gmail.com

 

WORTHY MENTIONS ON THE HORIZON

 

Nike Flyknit One – Multi-Color (Releasing July 2013)

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With Nike’s “Runner” game continuing to grow rapidly, they’ve finally decided to make these available to the masses. The intricate weave of the flyknit, definitely makes it one of my favorite fabrics that Nike has released to date; add this ridiculously ill color way and call it a day! There will be a lot of sleep lost over these…

 

Nike Lebron X EXT – Denim

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The Lebron craze continues with the release of another premium fabric… Personally, not too big on Lebron signature sneakers, but I do admire Nike’s willingness to get creative with different fabrics and techniques. For those who are looking forward to the release of these, please please PLEASE get them before they sell out at a retail price or expect to pay a hefty addition.

 

Nike Roshe Run GS

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In case you haven’t heard, Nike now offers our beloved Roshe Run in smaller sizes… Grade school (GS) sizing is definitely a good look for this silhouette!

 

Nike Air Pegasus ’92 QS “USATF”

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The Air Pegasus… What can I say? I spent many dreadful physical education running sessions in these during my younger years; they’ve always treated me well… Glad to see these resurface in a clean color way.

 

Nike Foamposite One “Sport Royal”

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Just got word that these are a set to release on the 29th of this month… A lot earlier than expected and at a tad more costly retail price of $230… Good luck foam lovers.

 

Nike Doernbecher Children’s Hospital 10th Anniversary

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Nike is set to re-release five Doernbecher limited edition shoes in commemoration of their 10 year anniversary of working with the OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital, who’ve so far contributed 52 uniquely designed sneakers by their patients themselves. This “Freestyle X Collection” is sure to include some of the sneaker communities favorites!

 

SPARKING INTEREST

 

Nike Air Packaging Concept

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Found this interesting… Possible box replacement?

 

Sneakerheads: Inside the World of High-Stakes Sneaker Trading

No comments. Till next week, my sneaker friends…

MAGNA CARTA HOLY GRAIL

Monday, June 17th, 2013 by

SMALL KINE, LIL’ BIT.

Thursday, June 13th, 2013 by

Here’s a short teaser of our Summer D1 2013. capsule collection which will be dropping sooner than you think.

MOʻOLELO: WHITE WASH

Thursday, June 13th, 2013 by

WHITE_WASH

Aloha kākou!

For this week’s Moʻolelo / #tbt, we’re featuring our White Wash which we released back in December of 2008 along with our tribute tee to the legendary Keith Haring. The hat incorporated washed grey cotton canvas which emulated the look of white wash as it splashes on the rocks (white on grey). It also featured grey eyelets which give all New Era hats more breathable room, topped off with teal stitching on the Kamehameha logo, New Era and crest hits plus teal satin which lined the inside with our Tools of the Trade print. Nostalgia.

OLD SOLE, NEW TRICKS: II

Wednesday, June 12th, 2013 by

Aloha all!

This week continues to be a busy week in the sneaker world as the summer “heat” plagues us all. Hope all of you were able to keep cool and pick up what you wanted…

 

FAVORITE PICK UPS OF THE WEEK

 

Nike Air Jordan XI Low – White/Black/Gym Red

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Photo by Chris Fujimori (IG: @CFUJIFILMS)

Last week, I mentioned I’d give it a shot… Lows never really excited me, but the simple black and white color way is easy to accept. We shall see…

 

Nike Air Jordan V “Black Grapes”

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Interesting move with the change of a long beloved color way (Grape V). I can’t say that I’m impressed with the nubuck fabric it features, but the color way is definitely easy on the eyes. I give it a few wears with proper care before the nap in the nubuck starts to turn white…

 

WORTHY MENTIONS ON THE HORIZON

 

Play Cloths x Saucony Shadow 5000 “Cotton Candy Pack”

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Saucony has definitely been making a loud resurgence with numerous well-executed collaboration projects emerging weekly. This pack features their traditional quality suede in three tonal color ways; Dream Blue, Coral Almond, and Mimosa. With a strict purchase period of Tudesday, June 11th through Friday, June 14th, these were only available through Swag.it mobile application (available at the app store). The signature Play Cloths star-perferated toe box is sure to ignite a few stares. For more information, check: http://www.playcloths.com/blog/?p=8927

 

Nike Free Inneva Woven – Navy/Red

Nike Free Inneva Woven

Great shoe, clean color way. Release TBD.

 

Nike Air VNTG Pack QS

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Glad to see Nike making an effort to retro more original silhouettes and color ways other than Jordan’s. Many trainers are amongst my top favorites of all time. Releasing Friday, June 14th.

 

Nike Zoom Revis LE

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Really been liking this silhouette since it’s debut in 2012. Here we have an extremely limited run of this beautiful shoe in a clean and crisp indigo denim. Not a must have for me, but I’ll definitely swoop on these if the opportunity prevails…

 

OPINIONS OF AN INSIGNIFICANT

 

Nike Roshe Run High

Nike Roshe Run High

As the Roshe Run has been quite the favorite of mine lately, I do agree that the silhouette is becoming a bit over-used in such a short period. Hence, the Roshe Run High… Yikes.

 

Nike Air Yeezy 2 – Red

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June 18th release? Tickets hidden in his new Album, Yeezus? Limited to 1000 pairs? …Who knows? Here we go… again.

TO HONOR A KING

Tuesday, June 11th, 2013 by

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Kamehameha day started in 1871 by Lot Kapuāiwa (Kamehameha Ilima), the great grandson of Kamehameha Ekahi; the great warrior who unified our pa’aina under one la’hui, one vision with peace and justice. Every year we have parades full of Paʻu riders, performers, lei, and other ceremonial regalia. Although through the years the parade lost some of its mana, no longer are anyone riding on horses. These days, we travel in other horses like Ford Mustangs and 18 wheeler flatbeds. Still, each and everyone in the parade is beaming with pride because to be apart of this nation of Kanaka is special… extremely special.

I packed up Banks and set up in front of the Kings Guard tent where some friends were taking care of their kuleana and keeping a watchful eye on the statue. Mahalo to ʻIokapo’o and the entire Kingdom of Hawaii Guards for the Aloha!

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INSPIRE

Monday, June 10th, 2013 by

Marine Recon Cpl. Todd Love lost both his legs and his left arm while conducting a mine sweep in Afghanistan when he was struck by an IED (Improvised Explosive Device). Teaming up with the Wounded Warrior Project and Team X-T.R.E.M.E., he took up skydiving, starting with the AFF (Accelerated Free Fall) program first, including some tunnel time to help with fall and some free flying. A truly inspiring clip that proves you can do whatever you want to do if you put your mind to it. Imua, Todd Love!

A LIFE WELL LIVED

Friday, June 7th, 2013 by

“Being out on the edge, with everything at risk, is where you learn and grow the most.” – Jim Whittaker