Nike

Nike, the company with the timeless “just do it,” slogan, is a business that started out making running shoes in Oregon and is now one of the largest sports, shoe and fashion leaders in the world. They are still famous for their shoes, apparel and high priced sport celebrity endorsements.

Nike could be credited with the birth of the fashion sneaker culture thanks to the Michael Jordan shoe line called Air Jordans. Jordans are probably the most popular sneaker of all time. Despite Jordan's retirement from basketball, these shoes are still produced today and now there is an entire sneaker sub-culture of blogs and fashion websites where fans that celebrate these shoes can come together and discuss. These sites like Kicks on Fire started just blogging about nikes and have created an entire sneaker trend now.

In the US, Nike is most associated and talked about with basketball stars. But in countries like Europe and South America is it known for its endorsements for soccer stars and has fueled the soccer sub-culture with custom gear celebrated on sites like Footy Boots.

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• Nike Trainer 1 Bo Knows & Mac Knows

  
  Daily Drop - Fresh Squeezed Daily — Authority: 590
  If there are two guys that know, it’s the original two way athlete Bo Jackson & and Pro Tennis’ original bad boy Johnny Mcenroe . The Nike Trainer 1 in a Silver/Black Raiders colorup has been released for Bo, alongside a Gray/Black/Green/White color scheme for Johnny Mac. Channel these two athletes from a ...
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• Nike Auto Force 180 – Black/White

  
  Sneaker Obsession - Jordan Sneakers - SB Dunks - Custom Sneakers - AF1's and more — Authority: 559
  If the Nike Auto Force 180 – Black/Hyper Blue/Lime we just a little bit to loud for you fear not cause Nike has released the Auto Force 180 this month in twos. Alongside the slightly more vibrant model comes this black version which once again further proves Nike is going hard with the all black everything that ...
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• Nike Air Footscape Granite

  
  Sneaker Files — Authority: 540
  In September we brought you a look at two colorways of the Nike Air Footscape , which could very well be the most unorthodox Nike silhouette to date. As is often the case, this sneaker design was met with VERY mixed reviews from our readers. Now, this colorway might very well lead to a change of heart. Pictured ...
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• Nike Dunk High Premium SB Quickstrike “Gucci” aka “RESN”

  
  KIX-FILES — Authority: 527
  Girl Skateboards had designed the shoe in 2005, which came in black denim and of course the infamous Gucci colors. Supposed to be in the same “Team Manager” series as the Diamond Supply “Tiffany” Dunk SB Low and released in 2005 Decemebr, then some issue inside the Crailtap crew came up and the project was ...
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• Nike Dynasty High Dark Army QS

  
  NiceKicks.com - Online Magazine for sneaker news, history, & culture — Authority: 638
  These may not be as rugged as a real combat boot, but the “Dark Army” Nike Dynasty High QS use their dark green hue to give off a very intimidating look. Like the most previous Dynasty’s we saw, which were all grey , these use a single color for the entirety of their uppers. All leather, with the exception ...
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• Air Jordan XII Retro Red / White – Detailed Look

  
  Sneaker Files — Authority: 540
  Although the bump of the Rising Sun has messed with the November Air Jordan XII Retro release schedule a bit, the lone December model should make its way into storefronts on time. We’ve seen some detailed pictures of the colorway before, but now Footlocker has provided us with a view from every angle. You can ...
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• Nike Holiday 2009 RT1 | Wheat Colorway

  
  Highsnobiety.com — Authority: 738
  For Holiday 2009 Nike presents another new colorway of the RT1. The high top trainer comes in a wheat colorway with brown leather details around the ankle. The upper comes in a mix of suede, leather and mesh. Look out for a release December 2009. © 2009 Highsnobiety for Titel Media. Author: admin | Permalink ...
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• Nike Sportswear Dynasty Quickstrike Kicks

  
  BPM Magazine — Authority: 430
  The Dynasty High style is coming out with a whole new version called the Quickstrike LE. Nike Sportswear is introducing these sleek kicks with an all grey upper and sick subtleties like a tonal top and an all grey palette.…
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• Nike Blazer High – White/Royal/Black

  
  Sneaker Obsession - Jordan Sneakers - SB Dunks - Custom Sneakers - AF1's and more — Authority: 559
  Some of you needed a little bit more of a Blazer fix so in our never ending quest to please you and present you with the latest and greatest, we bring you just that. Information and pictures regarding the most recent Nike Blazers to hit retailers. This version of the Blazer High sticks to the subtle color schemes ...
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• Nike Auto Force 180 – Black/Hyper Blue/Lime

  
  Sneaker Obsession - Jordan Sneakers - SB Dunks - Custom Sneakers - AF1's and more — Authority: 559
  Since it’s introduction earlier this year the Nike Auto Force 180 has gained quite the following. The hybrid design, which fuses the Nike Air Force 180 with a vulcanized sole unit is one of the more popular Nike designs making use of what once was something you only found on skateboarding sneakers. The shoes ...
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• Nike Holiday 2009 Dynasty Hi QK | Dark Army Colorway

  
  Highsnobiety.com — Authority: 738
  Yesterday we showed you the grey Quickstrike colorway of the Nike Dynasty Hi. Here we take a look at the second colorway. The sneaker comes in a dark army color on premium leather. The Swoosh is tonal, as well as the laces. The tongue comes in nylon and an orange Nike tag has been placed on the heel. The sneaker is ...
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• Nike Air Trainer 1 “LA”

  
  Sneaker Files — Authority: 540
  Amidst all of the Nike Air Trainer 1 s being used to commemorate professional athletes’ careers, there lies something bigger to pay homage to. Last week, we showed you Nike’s plans to use the Air Trainer 1 and celebrate the entire city of New York ; now, the brand plans to do the same to Los Angeles. Pictured ...
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• Nike Air Footscape Granite/Granite-White

  
  NiceKicks.com - Online Magazine for sneaker news, history, & culture — Authority: 638
  This past summer, Nike released two stylish colorways of the Nike Air Footscape in which most of you did not particularly care for. However, three months later, we have now spotted what may be one of the better Footscape colorways yet. This particular Footscape features a primarily granite-colored mesh texture ...
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• Pitter-Patter(n)

  
  High Heel Confidential — Authority: 443
  Denims, statement necklaces, open-toed/wide peep-toe shoes and a bag/clutch for contrast… a phase Ms. Shetty is in?Mana ShettyLeft: At ‘Malaga‘ Store OpeningRight: At Nike Store LaunchTory Burch Resin Bar ClutchPhoto Credit: Viral Bhayani
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• Nike Talache Mid AC ND Pack

  
  NiceKicks.com - Online Magazine for sneaker news, history, & culture — Authority: 638
  The Nike Talache Mid is out in some new colorways, mixing materials and colors from opposite sides of the spectrum across the two-pair pack. We saw a Sail/Sail Talache similar to one of these, though that pair featured an off-white checkered pattern along the bottom. These next two provide some options, as one ...
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• X-Girl x Nike Terminator Hi

  
  NiceKicks.com - Online Magazine for sneaker news, history, & culture — Authority: 638
  Nike has been unloading the Terminator model at an alarming rate. As of late, we have spotted the “White Noise” , the Nike Terminator Hi Eng and the Terminator Hi Premium Brown/Black-Red . Now, Nike caters to the women by unleashing their collaboration with X-Girl. The color scheme is ideal for the women, ...
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• Interesting Reading

  
  SportsBiz - The Business of Sports Illuminated — Authority: 419
  Below is a collection of links to articles I have read lately that I think you may find interesting: Co-owner of Boston Celtics running for Ted Kennedys Senate seat ( Bloomberg ) Battle of the Blades, Canadas answer to Dancing with the Stars naturally takes place on ice ( NYT ) Twenty-Five most valuable blogs, ...
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• Nike Air Jordan 1 Retro High Dark Obsidian Patent Leather

  
  Uristocrat: Philadelphia, Sneakers, and Streetwear — Authority: 450
  Here is the latest release of the Air Jordan 1 High and this time if features a full and shiny dark obsidian patent leather upper.  Added details include a white mid-sole and dark obsidian outer sole sealing the white color. Now Available at the Kix Files Online Store.
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• Nike Air Jordan 1 Retro High Dark Obsidian Patent Leather

  
  KIX-FILES — Authority: 527
  This latest tonal Air Jordan 1 High has a full and shiny dark obsidian patent leather upper. It comes with white mid-sole and dark obsidian outer sole sealing the white color. Looking great with shorts and denim, simple but fashionable. Now available at our online store. Store: Nike Air Jordan 1 Retro High Dark ...
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• Nike Store 20% Off Voucher Code Until 1st December 2009

  
  UK Voucher Code — Authority: 451
  Nike Store UK Voucher Code – 20% Off Save 20 percent off all online clearance items until the 1st December from Nike Store Voucher Code EXTRA Discount expiry: 30/11/2009
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