For better or worse, 2012 was a defining year for the sneaker world and all that it encompasses. It was a year that saw certain shoes throw the laws of supply and demand so out of whack, that brands and retailers had to completely rethink the way they sell shoes to the public just to keep the peace. If you were willing to put in some legwork or, better yet, had the right connections, it was a banner year for sneaker enthusiasts. “Must-have” releases seemed to be at an all-time high and nearly every weekend offered up some sort of temptation for consumers. 2012 saw the release of some of the most eagerly anticipated and passionately sought-after sneakers the game had ever seen and it’s safe to say that things will never be the same again.
In between those, there were plenty of other desirable targets along the way, from the special limited editions and collaborations to beloved Retro returns and promising new designs and innovations. There were even a few certified sleeper hits that organically carved out their place among the year’s best releases. Due to an exponentially expanding consumer base and a heightened level of product awareness, you might not have been able to get your hands on every shoe you hunted for in 2012, but there was certainly no shortage of solid alternatives ripe for the picking in their absence.
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The Kobe VII continues to roll in this month following the return of the “Cheetah” concept that releases in a Blue and Grey colorway. Up next, is a White – Purple – Orange and Grey combination, sporting white speckles, exposed flywire, purple swoosh and scaled leathers. Look out for these at your local Nike Basketball accounts across the U.S soon.
The Kobe VII continues to roll in this month following the return of the “Cheetah” concept that releases in a Blue and Grey colorway. Up next, is a White – Purple – Orange and Grey combination, sporting white speckles, exposed flywire, purple swoosh and scaled leathers. Look out for these at your local Nike Basketball accounts across the U.S soon.
One of the last predator inspired Kobe VIIs in the series, releases tomorrow at select Nike Basketball accounts across the U.S. The colorway, themed after the Cheetah, features a spotted upper, black accents and orange. You can wait until tomorrow to purchase but you can also grab them a bit early. Purchase them Now Here
Yes, Kobe, you’ve had some amazing sneakers in the past. Now quit starin’. Kobe Bryant was once again the guest of honor at a special event at Nike Basketball Kicks Lounge out in China, where he addressed a lucky crowd with some of his thoughts on his signature line with Nike as well as the latest Nike Zoom Kobe VII ‘Gold Medal’. But perhaps the most impressive part of this event was the spread of Kobe classics lined up on a table; it starts with some of his earliest models like the Nike Air Zoom Kobe 1 of 2006 and ends with the most recent Kobe VII, so check out the sick display of rare Player Exclusives and Samples below and let us know what your favorite Kobe shoe is!
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Summers over and School is just getting started and what better way to make a first good impression by copping a pair of kicks that drop in just a few days. The Nike Zoom Kobe VII ‘Cheetah’ is one of the last predator inspired Kobe VII’s that will release in 2012 so if you have every Predator Kobe VII, you’ll certainly need this colorway this weekend. However, For those wanting them early, You can also purchase them Now
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