The 1984 Slam Dunk Championship
Caleb Cattivera
January 28, 1984 marked the beginning and end of an era, all in one action-packed weekend. NBA Commissioner Larry O’ Brien, who took the position in 1975 and helped bring…
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Sneaker releases, sneaker information, and events that help establish the history of sneakers. From sporting events to pop culture to modern day social media trends, these are the moments that tell the stories of what makes sneakers, and their history, significant. Athletes, entertainers, influencers, and collectors, who choose to wear sneakers at important events and establish significant moments in the history of sneakers by doing so.
Where’d the ASICS Go?
Mike Guillory
Do you remember 2011, when retro runners were becoming the must have item for sneakerheads everywhere. Any place you looked there was a new colorway or “hot” new collaboration releasing…
Old School Style
Robbie Falchi
The Vans Old Skool design is one of the most recognizable silhouettes in sneaker history and is beloved by skaters, rockers and everyone in between. The Old Skool has been…
Oh No, Mike.
Michael Jordan’s awful choices in clothing knows no equal. He dresses like he’s stuck in the ’90’s and the ’00’s at the same damn time – it doesn’t make sense. Can someone…
No Fear Here
Jordan Brand’s retro releases succeed because of great designs (obviously), but the art of story telling is even more important. They’ve mastered equating legacy with iconic moments and silhouettes –…
USA’s Best
We’re going to keep the 4th of July simple with a quick rundown of the best Team USA Olympic kicks. People too preoccupied today with beer, hamburgers and fire works…
The Dynamic Duo
About 13,762 cliches exist when talking about perseverance: “never give up”, “impossible is nothing”, “don’t stop believing” are all touching sentiments but “talk is cheap” when it’s time to “put…
Ewing x Sneaker History – A Conversation With David Goldberg
Back in February, we dove into the history and origins of Ewing Athletics. Today, we have an extra special treat centering around what the brand has been doing since its…
Remember the Ramblers
March Madness (n); 1. When crazy college basketball s#*! happens in March. 2. When an unexpected underdog makes a fairytale run in March. 2018’s NCAA Tournament lived up to the…
Wall Space: NFL Star Throwback
Bruh, old NFL posters are too funny. Today’s NFL (No Fun League) would not be feeling images like these. They’re awesome though, off the wall awesome. This week’s Wall Space will feature our…