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Allen Iverson’s 10 Greatest Sneaker Moments

June 7, 2015 by nickengvall

Today, Allen Iverson turns 40. (Peep the hashtag #40DaysofIverson if you haven’t already). Although he might not be the law-abiding, clean-cut, success that Michael … Read more

Categories Jordans Tags Allen Iverson, Reebok Leave a comment

Kenny Smith Sets a New NBA Finals 3-Pointer Record

June 7, 2015 by nickengvall

Kenny Smith is probably better known at this point for his antics with Ernie, Shaq and Sir Charles on TNT’s Inside the NBA but … Read more

Categories Nike, Today in Sneaker History Tags Houston Rockets, Kenny Smith, NBA Finals Leave a comment

Air Jordan 6 White 3M “First Championship” Sample

June 5, 2015 by nickengvall

Disclaimer: I am sucker for all things 3M or reflective in any way. These are f*&$%*ng awesome. Just about every color under the sun … Read more

Categories Auctions, Jordans, Sample Sneakers Tags Air Jordan 6, Jordan, Michael Jordan Leave a comment

Open Air Photo Exhibit in Chicago

June 2, 2015 by nickengvall

If you’re reading this site, you are most likely familiar with Walter Iooss Jr. He’s been the man behind the lens for many of … Read more

Categories Jordans Tags Chicago Bulls, Jordan, Michael Jordan Leave a comment

Today in Sneaker History Reggie Miller “Choked Out” the Knicks in Nike Air Prevail

June 1, 2015 by nickengvall

Today marks the anniversary of one of the most famous scenes in NBA history: Reggie Miller’s now infamous choke sign directed toward legendary sneaker … Read more

Categories Today in Sneaker History Tags Nike, Nike Air Prevail, Reggie Miller 1 Comment

I Am Not A Superstar Or Am I?

April 11, 2015 by nickengvall

Today, my friend Jae Sung and I were discussing the adidas Superstar “Supercolor Pack” from adidas and Pharrell. Full disclosure, I think the Supercolor Pack … Read more

Categories Blog Tags adidas, adidas Superstar, Pharrell Leave a comment

Velour Lined Jordan 1 Laser Samples

April 4, 2015 by nickengvall

Samples are always fascinating to me. On one hand, if I was making them, I’d probably be trying all sorts of weird shit that … Read more

Categories Auctions, Jordans, Sample Sneakers Tags Air Jordan 1, Jordan Leave a comment

The King of Granny Shots Turns 71

March 28, 2015 by nickengvall

Rick Barry has had his ups and downs but his basketball career was definitely filled with more of the former. Richard Francis Dennis Barry III is … Read more

Categories Birthdays Tags adidas, ASICS, Converse, Rick Barry Leave a comment

P-Rod’s 10 Best Nike SB Sneakers

March 14, 2015 by nickengvall

  Want to know how to make a sneakerhead feel f$%*ing old? P-Rod’s Nike SB sneaker line is 10 years old. Yep, you know … Read more

Categories Jordans, Nike, Sneaker Spotlight Tags Nike SB, Nike SB P-Rod, Paul Rodriguez 1 Comment

Hakeem Olajuwon Blocks Number 3500

March 9, 2015 by nickengvall

Today in Sneaker History, Hakeen Olajuwon blocked his 3,500th shot against the Denver Nuggets. Hakeem may be remembered for his Ricky Bobby-like shake and … Read more

Categories Today in Sneaker History Tags Hakeem Olajuwon, LA Gear Leave a comment
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