Thursday, May 27, 2010

Nike Dunk High SB "Wet Floor"





Release: June 2009


$100 Size 10.5


Nothing can turn up the heat on a Dunk SB model quite like a great back story and the Wet Floor Dunk certainly has that going for it. Nike campus custodian, Ian Williams, was lucky enough to talk Nike SB into letting him design a Custodian Pack based on some every day janitorial influences. Unfortunately only one of the three models that were designed was selected for production, but that’s still one more shoe than most of us will ever get to design. Support Ian and custodians everywhere with a fresh pair of Wet Floor Dunks.

Nike Dunk High SB "KaBoom"




Release: January 2010


$120 Size 7


The Nike SB heads started the new year of with a “Bang”, dropping this Matt French designed Dunk High Premium featuring a leather upper comprised of an assortment of superhero-esque colors including red, white, yellow, black, and blue. The shoe is highlighted by a red swoosh as well as a unique “boom” explosion graphic on the mid-panel.

Saturday, May 15, 2010

Nike Dunk Low Pro SB "Goofy Boy"


Release: February 2009


$100 Size 13



The "Goofy Boy" is from old 1990's Big Brother ads and the shoe is inspired by the way skaters would dress during that era, with cut-off jeans ans oversized t-shirts. This particular SB low features Purple Denim on pieces of the upper as well as the "Goofy Boy" image on the insole.


Friday, May 14, 2010

Nike Dunk Low Premium SB "Coral Snake"




Release: September 2007


$100 Size 13


These were sometimes referred to as the "Flesheater" are part of the Horrer Pack. The shoe features Black suede on the front and upper, and the back half of the shoe features differant snakeskin colors including black, red, and yellow. The colors are designed by Baravetto and are a definite must have for any Nike SB faanatic.


Monday, May 3, 2010

Nike Dunk High Pro SB "Motley Crue (Dr. FeelGood)"




Release: March 2008


$150 Size 10.5


The Nike Dunk High Pro SB "Motley Crue (Dr. FeelGood)" are another musician inspired Nike Dunk SB. These were designed after the album cover of Motley Crue’s 5th album, Dr. FeelGood. The upper features different shades of green, as well as red accents, and strongly resembles the album cover artwork. The reptile print on the toe box and ankle area definitely catch your attention, but little details, such as the white contrast stitching on the red Nike swoosh, are what really make this shoe special. The white midsole tends to balance out the shoe, as we have already seen plenty of green on the upper, and the red outsole is a really nice touch.

Nike Dunk High Pro SB "Big Gulp"





Release: December 2008

$120 Size 8 and 10.5

The Nike Dunk High Pro SB "Big Gulp" feature a unique inspiration. When they originally surfaced, many thought about nicknaming them the Coca Colas and the Santa Clause. But since the debate was never settled, Paul Rodriguez’s store Primitive has dubbed them the Nike Dunk SB "Big Gulp" after the famous 7-11 cup size. They feature a predominantly red upper constructed from suede and leather, along with perforations on the quarter panels and toe box for ventilation. The green shoe laces are reminiscent of the green accents used on the Big Gulp cup. They also have a Brown lining just like the Coca Cola inside the Big Gulp.

Thursday, April 15, 2010

Nike Blazer Premium SB "Blood Splatter"





Release: October 2009


$100 Size 9


Nike SB will be getting in on the fun with this spooky edition of the SB Blazer High. As you can see, the shoe sports a White suede/canvas upper that has been badly “stained” by a gory blood splattered design. Additional accents are provided by a Grey suede Swoosh and Grey toe cap as well as some more touches of Red on the tongue label, heel tab and lining, but let’s be honest that it’s hard to notice anything but the blood graphics on the upper. Even though these might look like the aftermath of a skate session gone horribly wrong, they manage to still pull off a fresh look.

Nike Blazer Premium SB "Swoosh Life"




Release: July 2009


$100 Size 10.5


For Nike-heads, this shoe says it all. For many, “Swoosh Life” is the only life, and Nike has chosen to recognize that dedication with this fresh pair of Blazer Premium SB’s. These hit Nike SB retailers as a July Quickstrike in 2009. The shoe sports an off-white upper with a gum midsole and a Hot Red Swoosh. These come with both Black and Hot Red laces for the look of your choice, and of course the main focal point is the “Swoosh Life” embroidery that graces the upper heel panel of both shoes, as well as on the insoles.

Thursday, April 1, 2010

Nike Dunk Low Premium SB "Gino III"


Release: June 2009


$100 Size 6



This Nike SB model features one of the cleanest colorways possible. The classic SB gum sole contrasts with the white midsole and upper that also comes in white, but features beige as the secondary color. The upper is made of leather with perforated side panels and toebox; these features give the shoe more breath ability. Black is featured on the fat tongue and heel tab with an extra set of black laces. These are a white version of the shoe that is started it all for the Nike SB brand. The "Gino 1" which premiered in March of 2002. Gino also has a great skateshop in Long Island, New York. Respect the legend....

Nike Dunk Low Pro SB Obsidian/Black



Release: December 2009
$100 Size 11.5

The Nike Dunk SB is coming back to its roots with a simple yet clean colorway for its SB series. This Nike Dunk Low SB comes in an obsidian/black colorway. Digging into the Gino archives, this pair of Dunks rocks a black perforated side panal and toebox with obsidian suede through the shoe. The grey suede swoosh adds a really nice touch to the shoe, matching with the outsole which sits on a white midsole. The back Nike logo is placed against a black canvas panal, making the shoe full of detail.

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Nike Dunk Low SB "Top Ramen"





Release: December 2009


$90 Size 9


Nike Skateboarding is always coming up with new inspirations for colorways, especially on the Dunk. This December 2009 Quickstrike was inspired by the famous instant noodles, Top Ramen. Everyone has had their experiences with the inexpensive noodles, but how does the packaging color work on the classic silhouette?
Like the packaging of the instant noodles, most of the Dunk Low is wrapped in orange. Brown and red accents are mixed onto the shoe in various places and speckles make their way on to the inner lining. Representing the noodles is a hemp-like material, which is also the reason for the “Un-hemp” nickname that has also been associated with these Dunks.


Nike Dunk Low Premium SB “Asparagus”





Release: September 2009


$90 Size 9.5


Will Nike ever run out of colorways and inspirations for the Dunk model? The answer is no. First off, this particular Dunk Low contains different dull shades of dark brown and olive green with minimal red accents in the form of the inner lining and midsole. As for the texture makeup, this shoe owns a combination of suede and premium leather. Other features include a splatter design on the heel panel, goldenrod details on the border of the tongue and Nike logo on the heel. The black toe box and swoosh also give the “Asparagus” a nice, contrasting look.


Thursday, March 4, 2010

Nike Blazer SB Elite "Grant Taylor"











Release: April 2009






$90 Size 9.5






Nike Blazer SB appears with new design from Grant Taylor. Its construction based on clean dark army / green colorway with some unique details but different with everyday Blazer design. Toe-box, section around laces and heel tab use suede. It’s one of the hottest colorways to hit the Blazer! Don’t miss this shoe.






Nike Blazer SB High "Chicago"









Release: March 2009





$65 Size 6.5





Chicago’s legendary skateboarder Stevie “Dread” Snyder, collaborated with Nike on a SB blazer that caused an enormous buzz throughout forums during the time of its pre-release. The Chicago blazer is the first shoe to have Stevie “Dread” Snyder’s input. The shoe consists of the Chicago Flag colorway as well as the Chicago flag being on the tongue.



Friday, February 26, 2010

Nike Dunk Low Pro SB "Gibson Guitar Case"





Release: January 2008



$180 Size 9



The Nike Dunk Low Pro SB "Gibson Guitar Case" Light British Tan / Metallic Gold took its design cues from nothing else than a vintage Gibson Guitar case. Although not an official collaboration among the Nike SB and Gibson Guitar, these are rather very creative design and marketing. The upper is a rich, aged brown leather with camel accents. Inside is the fuzzy pink plush just like the inside of the vintage case. To take things another step further the insoles of the final product have coins and crunched up dollar bills – two things one would commonly find in an opened Gibson guitar case sitting on the steps of the pawn shop.


Nike Dunk Low Premium SB "Mosquito"





Release: November 2008



$140 Size 10.5



This pair of Nike Dunk Low Premium SB’s have been dubbed the "Mosquitos." They feature a combination leather, suede, and patent leather upper along with 3M reflective material. The speckled midsole is an added bonus, and helps add to the beauty of the shoe. These were a Quickstrike release at select Nike retailers in November of 2008.


Thursday, February 18, 2010

Nike Dunk Mid SB "Donatello"



Release: Spring 2008

$180 Size 10.5

These Dunk Mids are modeled after the colorway of the TMNT “Donatello”, brown for his shell, green for his body, and purple accents from his signature color. Thats right, Donatello from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles now has his own Dunk SB Mid. Another nickname for them is the Hulk 2, but in my own opinion they match Donatello from TMNT more.This is definitely interesting if you are a cartoon fan.




Nike Dunk Mid SB "Moat"



Release: April 2008

$150 Size 10.5

The Skatepark of Tampa has gained a great deal of recognition for their annual Pro and Amateur competitions, bringing the best skaters in the business to Florida. During these annual events, they hold a tradition “Moat” race which involves tons of dedication and having a strong stomach. The race takes place in murky Floridian waters complete with diesel run-off and snapping turtles. To celebrate this event, Nike SB has teamed up with Barak Wiser of SPOT to produce a very limited run of 100 Moat Race inspired Dunk Mid’s.

Thursday, February 11, 2010

Nike Dunk High Pro SB "Unfutura"


Release: August 2008

$140 Size 10.5



Nike Dunk High Pro SB "Unfutura" consist of a blue, grey, and black color scheme and along with the contrast stitching definitely help to add character to the shoe. They sport a suede and leather construction and have been dubbed the Unfuturas for their strong resemblance to the Nike Dunk Low Pro SB Futura. They were released a while ago by the UK based skate shop Mischief and we actually learned of them from there. A few weeks later, they made their way to retailers here in the states.


Nike Dunk High Pro SB "Un-Heavens Gate"




Release: April 2009


$120 Size 10 and 11


Todd Jordan is the Nike SB Skater that designed the Heavens Gate SB Dunk that was suppose to release Fall 2008. Nike wasn't felling the name or inspiration so they scrapped them from the Fall 2008 line up and replaced them with the "Unfutura Dunks." Summer of 2009 Nike SB offered a very similar Dunk thst resembles the highly hyped Heaven's Gate Dunk. The Un-Heavens Gate Dunk will serve as a great substitude for the HG Dunks.


Thursday, February 4, 2010

Nike Blazer Mid SB "Black/White"




Release: March 2007

$90 Size 10.5

Nike SB is known for some releasing an eclectic mix of colorful and vibrant sneakers but they also release simple colorways of their easy to skate in shoes such as this Nike SB Blazer Mid, which comes in a basic colorway of Black and White. The upper uses a Black suede base and is accented with a White Swoosh and shoe laces as well as a White midsole/outsole.

Nike SB Blazer Low Black/White "Quickstrike"





Release: Fall 2008

$90 Size 10.5

Nike SB is widely known for its outlandish Quickstrikes that boast influences of pop culture and wild colorways. However, this Quickstrike from the Skateboarding Brand appeals more to the classic and casual look. This Nike SB Blazer Low Quickstrike features a classic black and white colorway. The uppers future lush black suede and sport a matching outsole, while the oversized white suede Swoosh matches the midsole perfectly.

Thursday, January 28, 2010

Nike Zoom Team Edition SB "Shrek"





Release: July 2007

$110 Size 10.5

The Nike Zoom Team Edition SB - Shrek is a vibrant shoe model inspired by Shrek 2 the movie. The Nike Zoom Team Edition SB "Shrek" are known for their crazy colors (like all Nike SB's). They feature a Anatomically contoured foot bed with Zoom Air in the heel for cushioning, perforated panels and breathable mesh tongue for increased ventilation, a leather upper with EVA midsole and elastic tongue centering straps for a good fit. It is highly sought after by sneakerheads and fanatics alike.

Nike Zoom Team Edition SB "Kermit the Frog"




$110 Size 10.5

Some skateboarders feel that Nike SB Team Edition skateboarding shoes are the best Nike Skateboarding shoes so far - even better than the famous Nike Dunk SB. Nike Team Editions are perfect for skateboarding, with traditional style skateboarding shoe soles and suede / action leather uppers. Nike SB Team Edition skateboarding shoes also feature Ollie / kickflip protection panels plus lower lace shields, if you want to use them.

Friday, January 22, 2010

Nike Dunk Mid Pro "Tokyo"



Release: August 2008
Price Drop $160 Size 10.5
Although not officially named the Nike Dunk Mid SB "Tokyo" everybody in the Nike SB community can't help but comparing them to the Nike Dunk Low SB "Tokyo." The Nike Dunk Low SB "Tokyo" was relaeased as part of Nike's "White Cities Series." The official shoe of the 2004 Tokyo White City Exhibit, they were limited to 202 pairs and only sold through lottery. Being one of the more philosophical Dunks, the Nike on the heel was missing on purpose. This will look to be a continuation of what started in 2004.

Nike Dunk Mid Pro SB "Griptape"


Release: June 2007


$120 Size 10.5



Nike Dunk Mid Pro SB "Griptape" features a simple black colorway with graphite laces and Nike swoosh. The front toecap features suede while the toebox itself has a textured Griptape like material. Many Nike Dunk SB heads were happy with this release as they feel the shoe game is getting too colorful and bright. These feature a simple , and subtle colorway, a relief for many sneakerheads out there.