The Nike Air Huarache, a sneaker that was once an indispensable ’90s staple, is back – albeit with a very different twist. This new incarnation is a further addition to Nike’s ongoing hybrid program. It will feature most of the retro aesthetics of the classic Huarache style, with the ”biomechanical articulation” that has come to be associated with Nike’s Free outsole. The whole hybrid affair has been a consistent one for Nike as they continue onwards with what is arguably an easy remix.

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Having dabbled in sneaker-design in the past with the likes of Reebok, Leaders1354 dropped their latest project over the weekend with the release of their Nike Huarache 2K8. Limited to 24 pairs for top customers and friends & family, the sneaker was inspired by the current popularity in sneakers from high-fashion brands as they wanted something simple, elegant yet also featuring a distinct break-neck factor to them. They settled on the use of a silver color to represent mercury, one of the six liquid elements on the periodic table of elements.

Nike traces back some of the Jordan glory days with a pack of Air Huarache Light Bursts in the all too familiar black/red colorway. Staying true to the originals, two pairs of XI-inspired kicks were developed including the Cool Greys and Breds. Both models feature the use of patent leather uppers, white midsoles, special pixelated insoles of “His Airness” and even XI oval extra laces. A quickstrike release is expected at select Nike accounts soon.

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With the new year only a few months away, Nike gives us a preview of their 2009 LE releases. Taking design features from its ’90s Huarache model, the company has produced basketball, baseball and even training kicks with that very same technology due to its stability and comfortability. In its natural form, the running shoe once again sees a re-emergence in 2009 with a run of limited edition colorways including a couple with tribal print paneling.

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Two new hybrids are set to drop from Nike. The Nike Air Huarache x Classic BW combines two classic running silhouettes. The colorways seen here include black/green and white/red with gradient lacing. No word yet on availability.

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The formation of the Air Huarache in the 1990s proved to be hit due to its innovative technology which allowed for ample support and fit due to the plastic cage and Lycra inner bootie. This recent Huarache Pack includes some of Nike ACG’s most popular colorways. Three colorways in total are available now at Overkill Berlin.

The Nike BW and Huarache models each represent sneakers which in the past have each formed their own collective of fans in their own right. Here’s a look at a potential upcoming release of a hybrid Air Max BW x Huarache. This particular hybrid model combines elements of each with a distinct separation between midsole and upper. No word yet on whether this model will be available commercially.

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