JJJJound and ASICS Present the GEL-QUANTUM 360 I AMP in This Week's Best Footwear Drops
Arriving alongside anticipated Nike collaborations featuring the likes of Patta, A Ma Maniére, Hyein Seo, Caitlin Clark, and more.
History was made this past week as the Florida Panthers and Oklahoma City Thunder were crowned the champions of the NHL and NBA respectively. While fans now face the offseason blues, the footwear industry has made it clear that it doesn’t take breaks as Nike, New Balance, ASICS, and Vans are back with a stacked lineup for this week’s best footwear drops. Before we break down all of the pairs you should look out for, let’s look back at news from the space that captured our attention. On the feature side of things, we dove into sneaker culture in Venezuela, connecting with various leaders in the local space to discuss its rise in prominence.
As for Nike’s latest breakthroughs, it officially presented both the Vomero Premium and the Vomero Plus, ushering in the next generation of running shoes. We also took an official look at what to expect from the three-colorway Levi’s x Nike Air Max 95 collection. That’s not all for the AM95, a new pair dedicated to Eric Koston, featuring Nike SB’s upcoming version of the model, was spotted. The Nike Air Max Phenomena, yet another divisive sneaker loafer that was unveiled recently, appeared in a “Pearl Pink.” Rounding things out for the Swoosh, we caught first looks at a Stranger Things-themed Dunk Low and the Air Jordan 40.
New Balance maintained its position as a leader in the space with key headlines ranging from a complete look at the 204L sneaker to new teasers of collaborations featuring Salehe Bembury and the 1000 and Aimé Leon Dore and the 860v2. Bembury also announced the launch of his first PUMA sneaker, the Velum. Meanwhile, the INVINCIBLE x ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 10.1 “HTTP 404” turned heads with its deconstructed presentation. adidas rounded out the week by seeding its new Megaride AG sneaker, which photographer Arab Lincoln showcased.
With all of the past week’s notable news revisited, let’s take a look at which 10 sneaker drops you should consider copping from this week, starting with the latest from Patta x Nike. Afterwards, head over to HBX to shop styles that have already launched.
Patta x Nike Air Max 90 “Waves”
Nike
Nike
Nike
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: June 24
Release Price: $155 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS
Why You Should Cop: Patta and Nike continue to impact sneaker culture with their exciting blends of perspective. The two have revisited their “Waves” theme, which first landed on the Air Max 1 in 2021, this time applying it to the Air Max 90 as the model celebrates its 35th anniversary. “Cyber” green and “Sapphire” blue colorways see their accent tones combine with “Particle Grey” for a sleek finish that features Patta branding at the tongue tag, lateral window, sockliner, and special packaging.
Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low Protro “Soft Yellow”
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: June 24
Release Price: $150 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS
Why You Should Cop: Nike continues to pay homage to Kobe Bryant with new offerings each season, and has recently widened this scope to include various Kobe-themed Air Force 1s. The latest pair to join the lineup sees the shoe receive the “Protro” treatment, reworking the model’s traditional cushioning system with full-length ReactX foam. Its external details feature a wide variety of nods to the late superstar, ranging from a Lakers-based color scheme to his number “8” prominently displayed at the heel and even the inclusion of his Sheath logo in place of stars at the outsole.
New Balance ABZORB 2010 “Pecan”
New Balance
New Balance
Release Date: June 25, July 4
Release Price: $160 USD
Where to Buy: New Balance, HBX
Why You Should Cop: The New Balance ABZORB 2010 is one of several new models from the American sportswear brand that is bringing exciting energy to the scene. A prototypical mixed material upper stays true to New Balance’s DNA while the sole unit offers a modern touch with its sleek tooling. Now dropping in “Pecan” this week, rich earth tones go back and forth throughout the composition.
JJJJound x ASICS GEL-QUANTUM 360 I AMP
Jjjjound
Jjjjound
Jjjjound
Release Date: June 26, July 3
Release Price: TBC
Where to Buy: JJJJound, HBX
Why You Should Cop: June has been one of JJJJound’s biggest months in recent memory, at least when it comes to footwear. Hot off of dropping another set of ASICS GEL-KAYANO 14s, the Montréal-based label has teamed up with the Japanese brand again, this time to introduce the GEL-QUANTUM 360 I AMP. The silhouette’s bare upper is doubly blank thanks to the duo’s all-white upper that combines with off-white detailing at the heel and sole for a versatile finish.
New Balance Made in UK 991v2 “Grounded Pastels” Pack
New Balance
New Balance
Release Date: June 26
Release Price: $250 USD
Where to Buy: New Balance
Why You Should Cop: New Balance’s Made in UK line is back with two premium renditions of the 991v2 sneaker this week. The 2001 design has been reworked into the “Grounded Pastels” pack, offering colorways of “Celestial Blue” and “Mineral Green.” Both options feature hairy suede instead of the silhouette’s usual pig suede. Meanwhile, mesh returns at the base and off-white offsets each composition at the laces and rear portion of the midsole.
Nike Clogposite & Flightposite
Nike
Nike
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: June 26
Release Price: $145 USD to $250 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS
Why You Should Cop: ‘Posite season rages on this week as Nike has prepared two Clogposite colorways to launch alongside a matching version of the Flightposite. All three feature their signature liquid-inspired uppers, with the Clogposite offering a color-shifting “Dusty Cactus” paired with black, as well as a “Summit White” iteration. The Flightposite is covered in the same “Dusty Cactus,” adding a touch of metallic silver to the midfoot.
A Ma Maniére x Nike Air Max 95 & Air Force 1 Low
A Ma Maniére
A Ma Maniére
A Ma Maniére
A Ma Maniére
A Ma Maniére
A Ma Maniére
Release Date: June 27
Release Price: $150 USD to $190 USD
Where to Buy: A Ma Maniére
Why You Should Cop: A Ma Maniére’s affinity for the Air Max 95 and Air Force 1 Low remains evident as it has once again reworked the kicks into new looks. Looking first at the former, another brown gradient has been applied to its layered structure. Nods to the brand return to the toe, heel, and tongue as well. As for its Air Force 1 Low, the duo have put their spin on the classic “Triple White” look. AMM branding hits the lateral portion of the midsole while “A” branding arrives at the left shoe’s silver dubrae. A semi-translucent outsole and “A” callout at the heel completes this rendition of the shoe.
Hyein Seo x Nike Ava Rover
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: June 28
Release Price: $145 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS, HBX
Why You Should Cop: Hyein Seo’s first collaboration with Nike is finally arriving globally this week. Not only does it mark the Swoosh’s first collaboration with a Korean fashion label, it introduces the new Ava Rover silhouette. The sleek lifestyle model is backed by ReactX foam and flow-molded plastic overlays while aligning with Hyein Seo’s gloomy design language by donning an all-black finish.
NEIGHBORHOOD x OTW by Vans Classic Slip-On 98 & Half Cab 33
Neighborhood
Neighborhood
Neighborhood
Neighborhood
Release Date: June 28
Release Price: ¥17,600 JPY (approx. $121 USD) to ¥23,100 JPY (approx. $158 USD)
Where to Buy: NEIGHBORHOOD
Why You Should Cop: NEIGHBORHOOD has teamed up with Vans for a sixth time, working with its style-oriented OTW by Vans division. Their latest team-up features premium takes on the Classic Slip-On 98 and Half Cab 33. Both models see monochromatic makeovers of off-white and black offered, with midsole debossing nodding to NEIGHBORHOOD on each shoe. Additional callouts to the Japanese label are present at the heel and vamp of the Slip-On while the Half Cab features “FILTH” and “FURY” text on the right and left shoe’s toe boxes.
Caitlin Clark x Nike Kobe 5 Protro “Indiana Fever”
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: June 30
Release Price: $190 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS
Why You Should Cop: Caitlin Clark’s second WNBA season is off to an electric start. Despite an injury pausing her output, she remains one of the league’s most prominent superstars, and is being recognized this week with her own “Indiana Fever”-themed colorway of the Nike Kobe 5 Protro. A navy base is joined by orange and red detailing, including gradients at the Swooshes and heel.
