The 30 Best LeBron James Nikes of All Time

It has been a long road, but tonight LeBron James could hoist the Larry O’Brien trophy for the first time. Hate it or love it, The Chosen One is going to go down in history as one of the best to ever do it and since the jump Nike has treated him with the that exact mentality. The Swoosh has enabled James’ legacy to be just as strong off the court due to one of the best signature sneaker lines in terms of aesthetics and performance — even Mike didn’t have all these bells and whistles and PEs. To hopefully help celebrate The King’s first ring (last time Complex featured possible champs everyone tore their ACLs) we decided to break down his sickest kicks to date. Click through to check out The 30 Best LeBron James Nikes of All Time and let us know which ones go the hardest in the paint.  CLICK HERE


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New Era 59FIFTY: Chicago Blackhawks

Here is the Chicago Blackhawks New Era 59FIFTY fitted. The cap is featured in a solid jet black and elephant print 2 tone classic construction along with the scarlet flipped undervisor to bring out the red. The front features the Blackhawks logo in scarlet, jet, clear iris, white and black gunmetal. The rear features the Tomahawk logo for the perfect color coordination with the shoes. You can purchase this fitted online at myfitteds.com.

DETAILS / SUMMARY:
 - Wool and Polyester Construction
- Officially Licensed NHL Product
- A myfitteds.com Exclusive New Era 59FIFTY Product
- Made to match the Air Jordan III Black Cements and Son of Mars.
- Super Limited Edition Release
- Available in Sizes 7 1/8 - 8
- High Density Embroidery
- Imported

Source: MyFitteds

Air Jordan - Son of Mars

Here is the Air Jordan Son of Mars in the Black/Varsity Red-Cement Grey-White colorway.  The Air Jordan Son of Mars has a hybrid design that combines several Air Jordan elements (ala Jordan Spiz'ike). They feature an Air Jordan III elephant print toe cap, Air Jordan IV netting, Air Jordan V midsole, Air Jordan VI spoiler, and an Air Jordan XX lace cover, just to name a few. The design comes together nicely for a truly unique look.  You can purchase these kix online at Sneakerhead.com and other Nike reatilers.

Air Jordan Son Of Mars
Style Number: 512245-001
Color: Black / Varsity Red-Cement Grey-White
Price: $159.99

Source: Sneakerhead

New Era 59FIFTY: Phillies 1993 World Series Retro

The Blue Jays captured their second consecutive World Series title against the National League Champion, Philadelphia Phillies. The rest is now history and the Phillies finally will win 15 years later. The cap is a customized replica of the original featuring the 1993 World Series logo on the right side directly embroidered with a classic grey undervisor and black sweatband. It is featured in the 1980 World Series colorway of russet sunset and glacial white instead of the red and white. This is the classic Phillies game cap featuring modern details from 1993 made with wool and the details are just amazing.  You can purchase this fitted online at myfitteds.com.
 
 
DETAILS / SUMMARY:
 - Officially Licensed MLB Product
- Wool Construction
- High Density Embroidery
- Directly embroidered 1993 World Series Patch
- Classic grey undervisor
- Official 1993 World Series Hat with Turn Back the Clock Details from 1980 World Series
-Imported

Source: Myfitteds

Nike AF1 High Premium - Team Red/Team Red-White

Here is the Nike Air Force 1 High Premium in the Team Red/Team Red-White colorway.  You can purchase these kix online at Sneakerhead.com and other Nike retailers.

Nike Air Force 1 Premium
Style Number: 386161-601
Color: Team Red / Team Red-White
Price: $114.99

Source: Sneakernews

Nike AF1 Bespoke - “Kitchen Sink” by Stolen Goods

This latest Air Force 1 Bespoke design isn’t as random as the nickname states. The creative team from The Valkyrie Collective recently stopped in to Nike’s 21 Mercer to create a Bespoke Air Force 1 to celebrate the launch of all their brands and grand opening of their Long Island based pop-up shop. For three years, the crew had trouble deciding on an original concept for their design, feeling as if they had already seen “everything but the kitchen sink.” They eventually decided to channel an actual “kitchen sink” in their design by selecting colors and materials that would resemble items one would regularly find around a kitchen sink. The mix of materials like suede, metallic patent leather, lenticular TPU film, cork, and canvas have been put together in a nice clean color scheme that alludes to a sink, with dish detergent, plates, and other kitchen-specific imagery in mind.

Source: Sneakernews

Buyer Beware: The 20 Craziest Fake Kicks On The Internet

We've all been there before — spotted a friend, an associate or complete stranger sporting some footwear that looked a tad suspect. You've always prided yourself on staying current with Nike and Jordan's latest releases but, for some reason, you've never seen or heard of what this fraudster is wearing (aside from in a random Facebook virus). You want to tell this person that their kicks might be a sham, yet you're afraid that they'll get offended. But let's be real, fake sneakers are the offenders!

Nevertheless, Complex still got to pay homage. In a humble factory somewhere in Putian, China, a lot of toil and creativity goes into the making of counterfeit, one-of-none Lime Green Jordans; they've also got designers and buyers that masterfully put their heads together, much like the guys in The Innovation Kitchen of Beaverton, Oregon. Furthermore, there's definitely something paradoxically intriguing about fake sneakers — some of the concepts are outlandish and their telltale, arbitrary prices give us the giggles. So, let's take a look at what's out there and please, do not purchase anything you see in the 20 Craziest Fake Kicks on the Internet! CLICK HERE


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Video: SN’EADS: “Who Ain’t Got No Yeezy?”

Creator Tyree Dillihay hits the people with another installment of "SN'EADS," his rapidly growing sneaker cartoon, and this week he goes in on the biggest story of the year — the Yeezy IIs. Check out the video here and make sure to subscribe to his YouTube channel to keep up with his latest work.

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New Era 59FIFTY: Baltimore Orioles - Azure/High Voltage Evolution/Black

MyFitteds present the Baltimore Orioles New Era Hat featured in azure blue and high voltage evolution 2 tone classic construction. The front features the Orioles throwback logo color coordinated with hints of jet black. The rear features the circular throwback Baltimore Orioles logo color coordinated as well.   You can purchase this fitted online at myfitteds.com.


DETAILS / SUMMARY:
- Wool and Polyester construction
- Officially Licensed MLB Cooperstown Product
- A myfitteds.com Exclusive New Era 59FIFTY Product
- High Density Embroidery
- Available in Sizes 7 1/8 - 8
- Super Limited Edition Release
- Imported


Source: myfitteds

Nike Air Penny II LE - Soar/Cyber-White-Black

Here is the Nike Air Penny II LE in the Soar/Cyber-White-Black colorway.  The Nike Air Penny II has Air Sole units in the heel and forefoot, "Penny" logo on the side panel and tongue, carbon fiber shank at midfoot for added arch support, and rope laces.  You can purchase these kix at Sneakerhead.com.


Source: Sneakerhead

New Era 59FIFTY: Chicago Bulls Obsdian

Here is the Chicago Bulls New Era Fitted Cap to match the Air Jordan XII Obsidians. The cap is featured in a solid midnight navy blue with a glacial white visor. A must in modern day fitted is a gray undervisor. The unique factor of this hat is the trace logo found on the front of the hat. It is featured in ultra sky blue and williamsburg. The rear features the Bulls logo.  You can purchase this fitted online at myfitteds.com.

DETAILS / SUMMARY:
- Wool and Premium Cotton Twill Construction
- Officially Licensed NBA HWC Product
- A myfitteds.com Exclusive New Era 59FIFTY Product
- Full High Density Embroidery
- Available in Sizes 7 1/8 - 8
- Super Limited Edition Release
- Made to match the Air Jordan XII Obsidians
- Imported


Source: myfitteds

Air Jordan XII Obsidian

This is the Air Jordan XII in the Obsidian/White/Carolina Blue colorway.  You can purchase these kix online at Marqueesole and other Nike retailers.


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59FIFTY: Atlanta Braves On Field Home

Here is the New Era 59FIFTY Atlanta Braves On Field Home fitted in the home team colorway.   This fitted features the following: moisture shrinking performance fabric that keeps you cool and dry, shrink resistant, black undervisor that reduces glare and it's 100% polyester.  The cap is officially liscensed by MLB and is made by the New Era Cap Company.  You can purchase this fitted online at Cranium Fitteds and other New Era retailers.


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NIKE LeBron 9 Low Sneaker

Here is the Nike LeBron 9 Low.  This low cut sneaker features mesh detail for ventilation, padded tongue with signature Swoosh on both sides with the Air sole unit.  You can purchase these kix online for at Jimmy Jazz and other Nike retailers.

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Chicago Bulls Hooks 59FIFTY

E. Pollina of New Era sends information reagrding their new cap called the Chicago Bulls Hooks 59FIFTY and it features a Navy crown and Light Blue accents that lock up to some of this season's hottest looks.  Complete with an matching blue undervisor (not shown).  You can purchase this fiited for $34.99 online at New Era.

The 50 Best Sneaker Stores of All Time

While it may be true that certain sneakers sell themselves, we all know that it's the community feel of a neighborhood sneaker store that keeps us coming back. With the introduction of the Internet and other technology, sneaker culture has somewhat skyrocketed but it is largely because of grassroots sneaker shops that sneakers still retain a "down to earth" nostalgic feeling. From Opium in Paris to Nike's own 21 Mercer in NYC, it's only right that we pay homage to The 50 Best Sneaker Stores of All Time. CLICK HERE

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Video: Dallas Penn Presents: Where Are You Yeezy?

Sneaker ethusiast Dallas Penn hit the streets of NY to check out what's going on.

Nike AF1 Low - Year of the Dragon (Summer Edition)

Nike Sportswear continues the Chinese New Year celebration with a special summer edition of the "Year of the Dragon" Air Force 1 Low. The low-top features a design that blends dragon boat imagery with traditional Chinese dragon iconography.

2012 is known as “the Year of the Water Dragon," and this interpretation of a dragon rising out of the sea conveys the idea of prosperity for all. The multi-colored knitted tongue design represents the cultural features of the Dragon Boat Festival and best wishes for safety and health.

A 'dragon in clouds' pattern is used on the tongue top, identical to the one seen on the Spring "Year of the Dragon" Air Force 1. Other details include the multi-colored cloud pattern on the insole for good fortune; the character for 'dragon' in ancient oracle bone script on the heel counter; pearl dubrets with the Roman Numerals "XXX"; premium aglets and extra shoelaces.

The Year of the Dragon special edition Air Force 1 Low will be released on June 23, the date of this year’s Dragon Boat Festival, at select global retailer.

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New Era 59FIFTY: Miami Heat - Jet Black/Silver Infrared/Bliss Molten Lava

Here is the Miami Heat New Era 59FIFTY fitted. The cap is featured in a solid jet black and metallic silver 2 tone classic construction with the Miami Heat logo on the front embroidered utilizing full high density embroidery. The right wear side in addition features the NBA HWC logo color coordinated to match as well as the Heat logo on the rear as well. You can purchase this fitted online at myfitteds.com


DETAILS / SUMMARY:
 - Wool and Polyester Construction
- Officially Licensed NBA HWC Product
- A myfitteds.com Exclusive New Era 59FIFTY Product
- High Density Embroidery
- Made to match the LeBron 9 Mango
- Fitted Cap available in sizes 7 1/8 - 8
- Super Limited Edition Release
- Imported

Source: myfitteds

Nike LeBron 9 - ‘Bright Mango’

This is the Nike LeBron 9 in the Bright Mango colorway.  In much the same way that the LeBron 8 V/2 Low’s ‘Miami Nights’ colorway translated to the Nike LeBron 9 in a much darker manifestation, the same can be said about the Bright Mango edition of both pairs.  The ’Bright Mango’ LeBron 9 opts for a silver-on-black base layer that’s almost identical to the others mentioned above, but this model is a bit closer to its predecessor thanks to the obvious inclusion of its signature orange/red shade.  You can purchase these kix at any Nike retailer.


Nike LeBron 9
Metallic Silver/Metallic Silver-Bright Mango
469764-005
$170

Source: Sneakernews

New Era 59FIFTY - New Era 59FIFTY: Chicago Bulls - Ivory White/Placid Gray/Military Blue

Here is the Chicago Bulls New Era 59FIFTY fitted in the Ivory White/Placid Gray/Military Blue colorway.  The front features the Windy City Chicago Bulls logo color coordinated carefully to match the shoes.  With hints of Military Blue match undervisor and details throughout the sides and the rear.  You can purchase this fitted online at myfitteds.com.


DETAILS / SUMMARY:
- Polyester Construction
- Officially Licensed NBA HWC Product
- A myfitteds.com Exclusive New Era 59FIFTY Product
- Made to match the Air Jordan IV Retro "Military Blue"
- Super Limited Edition Release
- Available in Sizes 7 1/8 - 8
- Imported

Source: myfitteds