If you know about surfing then, you know about Duke Kahanamoku. To many he is the father of modern surfing as we know it and Vans is releasing a pair of shoes inspired by the man himself. These Authentics feature a red and white colorway that looks like an old school Hawaiian print. The heel tag says, “Duk Kahanamoku surfer†with a longboard logo. The insole features 1950’s like artwork with a depiction of Duke, a surfboard and a seal that says “The Official Duke Kahanamoku Surfersâ€Â. Expect these sometime during the third quarter of this year.
Image: BKRW via Slam x Hype
The folks over at High Snobiety have released some pictures of two new Nike Air Max Lites. The Lites should be releasing sometime in July in two clean colorways which are perfect for summer. The first is a clean black, silver and grey shoe with what may be a 3M swoosh. Also, the shoe features a Kelly green logo on the tongue and heel. The other shoe is a black, medium grey and white shoe with red accents, quite similar to the infrareds. Both colorways are exclusive to JD sports in the UK so all you guys across the pond are lucky to be able to get your hands on these. More pictures after the jump.
Clot has just released a brand new pair of shorts for the summer. These shorts are available in both tan and blue and feature a special glitter print on the rear. The glitter won’t make its way onto other objects it touches like conventional glitter print. Also, on the left pocket, is the Clot logo created in Spot UV . The logo is invisible unless light hits it at the right angle. Check your nearest Clot dealers in the upcoming weeks.
Here’s a peek at what is allegedly an upcoming Mita Sneakers designed Nike Trainer Dunk High. There are a million things going on with this sneaker and where to start is a good question. It features ostrich skin on the front and a multi-colored speckled mid-sole. That same mutli-colored designed is visible through mesh side panels. The heels feature cement print. All in all the sneaker seems to actually have underlying influences from the Chlorophyll pack that Nike released a few years ago, perhaps a tribute of sorts by Mita Sneakers?
Image: b0b’s blog
Longtime adidas sponsor, Zinedine Zidane and the Adi Dassler Fund have joined forces with the adidas “Right to Play” Red Play Initiative. This program works under the belief that the global game of soccer/football has the power and ability to have a worldwide effect on global society. It’s influence in sport development in many countries can be utilized as a tool in the world’s fight against various problems such as health, schooling and help create long lasting life skills.
Starting June 1st, replica balls will be made for sale at adidas stores in Europe and the US and websites such as adidas and RightToPlay.com in select countries. September 1st will see the program extend into Asia, the Middle East and South Africa. The balls will retail for 5 Euros or $10 USD.
For more info check the adidas Press Room
