CONVERSE CHUCK TAYLOR "THE SIMPSONS"

The Simpsons, the longest running scripted prime time series has collaborated with Converse on a collection of Chuck Taylor All Stars.  There's Three pairs in this collabo consisting of Simpsons characters screen printed on the classic Converse high-top silhouette.  

"Homer Simpson" on a black upper with his famous "D'oh!" exclamation, a white outsole with his other exclamations and royal blue laces.

"The Family" an all white upper featuring all five family members in the foreground.  Bart and Homer on the outer, Maggie, Lisa and Marge on the inner with characters of Springfield outlined in sky blue in the background, topped off with sky blue laces.

"Bart Simpson" available in preschool, grade school and adult sizes features an all black upper with Bart writing "I will not waste chalk" on a blackboard in the foreground with other images of Bart outlined in gray in the background.

Retail from $37 to $60, The Simpsons Chuck Taylor All Star collection is available at Converse and Journeys.  

Info via Converse

LEAD by Pensole Coming to Boston!

D'Wayne Edwards is bringing his tremendously intensive and successful footwear design course back to Boston, and Mass Impact and Mass Housing could help YOU get a full scholarship. Follow your dreams into footwear design! Application deadline extended until June 28th. For more information, check out pensole.com

NIKE #BETRUE COLLECTION

Nike has partnered with the LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender) community for nearly 15 years.  In celebration of sport as a universal language, Nike releases the #BETRUE collection.  

One of the items in the collection is the Nike Free Run 5.0 EXT SP #BETRUE.  The back heel and insole from left to right shoe features a gradating rainbow, a symbol of LGBT pride and social movements, while a black upper features the Flywire technology.  All profits from the #BETRUE collection will be donated to the LGBT Sports Coalition to support the goal of ending discrimination in sport.  

Other items in the #BETRUE collection are tees, tank and Solarsoft Thong (flip flop). Both the Solarsoft Thong and the Nike Free Run 5.0 EXT SP Free ($115)  range in sizes 4-15 U.S mens.  The entire #betrue collection can be found here. 

Pics and info via Nike.com and Nike, Inc 

NIKE SB PAUL RODRIGUEZ 7

Paul Rodriguez is back with another installment of his signature shoe, Nike SB Paul Rodriguez 7: Built For Dominance.  While this pair comes in a lot of sneaker fiend's favorite colorway of red/black upper, it also packs comfort sitting atop a white three-quarter Nike Lunarlon midsole.  Look out for the Nike P-Rod 7 to be at select retailers in early July.  

Pics and info via Nike, Inc. 

FEMALE SNEAKER FIEND RELEASE REMINDER 6/8/2013

There will be several releases dropping tomorrow Saturday, June 7th.  If you're planning on buying more than one pair, I hope you have a game plan!  Especially if you're in one of the cities that's been getting constant rain via hurricane Andrea.  

 Girls Air Jordan Retro XI Low

Air Jordan Retro XI low

Foamposite Pro

Nike SB Viotech

Happy hunting sneaker fiends!!! 

EWING FOCUS RETRO

The Ewing Focus is scheduled to make it's debut on 6/29/13.  This nostalgic pair brings up many memories and will sure make some for those that give them a chance.  With the success of the 33 High, the Focus will satisfy Ewing fans till the next release.  There's a black/red/grey colorway along with a white/orange/blue colorway, celebrating Patrick Ewing's glory days playing with the Knicks. 

At a suggested retail price of $120 the Ewing Focus will be available in sizes 6-16 us men's and will be sold at over 40 accounts worldwide, including both Rime locations and Extra Butter.  For a complete list of retail locations check here. 

Pics via Sneaker Freaker 

RELEASE REMINDER: REEBOK QUESTION CANVAS PACK

Tomorrow Reebok will be releasing three new pairs of Question's dubbed the "Canvas Pack".  As the name suggests, each pair's upper is about 90% canvas with leather accents on the toe, the side branding and on the upper heel, atop a white Hexalite outsole.  

The Canvas Pack retails for $135 per pair and has been available for pre-order at some retailers.  But if you cant wait till tomorrow, head over to Reebok to grab a pair.

Pics via Reebok 

REEBOK CLASSICS ONSLAUGHT

Reebok has an onslaught planned with 26 pairs set to be released next month.  There's Freestyle High, Classic Jogger, Classic Nylon Slim, Classic Leather Suede, ERS 1500, Ventilator and Nylon R13.....Whew!  Available via Swiss retailer Titolo, there's definitely something for everyone.  

There's so much to choose from with these classics and dope colorways, so I'll pick a few.  First up we have the Reebok Freestyle High.  Made with a butter soft leather and suede upper, classic Reebok side branding, two straps and a yellowed/aged heel and toe.  One pair even have a gum sole, toe and heel.  

 

Next we have pack specifically for women: Classic Leather Suede / 30th Anniversary, celebrating the birthday of this specific pair with "Since 1983" embossed on the heel.  This pack of 4 features a suede upper, white and gum midsole/outsole finished off with leather details on the tongue and heel which bears the company name and special 30th anniversary logo.

 

 

And Last: Reebok Ventilator.  In two dope colorways, these pairs will definitely turn heads.  With a suede and mesh upper, giraffe print inside pattern, complimentary accent colors all on a Hexalite heel. Not only will you be turning heads, you'll be comfortable while doing so.

 

Be sure to click here to check out the aforementioned styles not pictured and to place those pre-orders.  Trust me, Reebok aimed to please with these renditions and they did not disappoint.  What a great way to start the summer!

Pics via TITOLO

SNEADS "3M FOR 3M"

New Sneads by Ree depicting how some sneaker fiends felt about the Air Jordan XIII(13)'s lack of 3M on the sneaker.  Were you one of the annoyed fiends?  Check out Ree and previous Sneads illustrations.

SNEAKER FIENDS UNITE!

The latest Sneaker Fiends Unite podcast featuring Action Bronson is now available.  As hosts Premium Pete and Dallas Penn say to end the show.....subscribe, rate, download and tell a friend to tell a friend!

Listen to the episode here 

LACE 'EM UP FOR BOSTON

Saucony has created the #BostonStrong Lace Medallion as a fund raiser for The One Fund Boston to honor and support the people most affected by the tragic events that occurred in Boston on April 15th.  For every pair purchased, Saucony will donate 100% of sales to The One Fund Boston, established by Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick and Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino to help aid the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings. 

The two sided medallion features the hashtag #BostonStrong on one side and a laced-up heart on the other. The medallions are available for pre-order and will be shipped as they are available.

Pics and info via SAUCONY 

MAYA MOORE AIR JORDAN AND JORDAN BRAND PE

WNBA's Maya Moore of the Minnesota Lynx is living hoop dreams and then some.  The 23 year old has a league title, an Olympic gold medal, two national championship rings and is a member of Team Jordan......Oh, did I mention she also wears the number 23!  

Nike decided to bless Maya with her own PE version of the Air Jordan XXIII(23), with colors and features paying tribute to her achievements.  And PE versions of the Jordan Aero Manias in 3 home and 3 away versions.  Here's a bit of what Nike said in their press release: "The number 23 is synonymous with the Jordan Brand thanks to MJ, but today, 23 belongs to Maya Moore. After a summer that yielded a championship in China while averaging over 41 points and ten boards per game, Moore returns home for her third season in Minnesota. She wears the number 23, is now 23 years old, and as a member of Team Jordan (23), it’s only right that she hits the court in player exclusive Air Jordan XX3s to start the season."

I must say, this is one of the best pairs of PE's that I've seen in a long time.  A big congrats to Maya for her great accomplishments.  Being an awesome professional athlete at such a young age, there's more greats to come.  

Info & pics via Nike, Inc.