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After several previews we can give you Nike’s official story on the new Air Flow sneakers.

Coming off the successful 1982 launch of the Nike Air Force 1, Bruce Kilgore was making his mark as one of brand’s top young designers. Known for his design versatility, Kilgore experimented with patterns, materials and construction that were revolutionary for the era.

Born in 1989, the Air Flow was Kilgore’s statement solution to provide runner’s with what they needed – a breathable shoe combining new cushioning with superior comfort and support. With comfort inspired by a plush Teddy Bear, Kilgore literally used the stuffing for the sole of an early Air Flow prototype. The concept evolved and with an upper reminiscent of Nike’s original marathon shoe, the Nike Sockracer which coincidentally had no outsole, blended with a new outsole featuring flex grooves and responsive cushioning.

The breathable and minimalistic upper construction of the Air Flow inspired future Nike running shoes including the Huarache, Presto and Free. Built to withstand the rigors of a marathon, yet bold enough to turn heads worn casually, Nike Sportswear will re-release the Air Flow for the first time in June in two original colorways fitting of the late ‘80s — Lush Teal/Varsity Purple-Summit White and Bright Cactus/Black-Blue Glow.

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Nike Air Force 1 High ‘Hyperfuse’

We continue the preview of the Nike Hyperfuse Pack for Fall 2011. After having showcased the Air Max 1 Hyperfuse yesterday, we take a look today at the matching Air Force 1 High.

Somewhat simpler in terms of colors, the Air Force 1 comes in an all black colorway, also applying the Hyperfuse technology to the upper. The ankle strap is reflective, though only noticeable at a closer look.

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Nike SB Dunk High ‘Cheech & Chong’ Available

Last month it was announced that these were supposed to be canceled, well it looks like they still got out there. Premier received a shipment of the Nike SB Dunk High ‘Cheech & Chong’, certainly one of the most anticipated SB releases in some time. Also dubbed the ‘Cinco Del Mayo’ Dunk High SB, it comes with a white canvas upper and paisley accents.

Nike Lunar Racer Vengeance

Old meets new, with the Nike V-Series Lunar Racer Vengeance. Retro lines from the Vengeance on the upper great modern Lunarlon cushioning on the bottom for a clean, comfy summer runner. The royal blue and white is a winning combo. Caliroots has em.

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Nike Air Max 1 ‘Hyperfuse’

Yesterday we gave you a first look at the upcoming Nike Air Max 90 Hyperfuse. The technology first introduced by Nike Basketball, makes its way into the lifestyle footwear section of the Swoosh brand. Today we continue our preview and take a look at the first two upcoming colorways of the Air Max 1 Hyperfuse.

Once again both sneakers make use of the new technology, using heat and pressure to bind panels, rather than traditional cut-and-sew methods. The sneaker comes with a mostly mesh upper in dark grey/royal blue and light grey/pink.

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Nike Air Max 90 ‘Hyperfuse’

Nike designers first introduced the new Hyperfuse technology in 2010 in basketball. Breathability, weight and stability were the two main ingredients that the new technology was supposed to solve. The three layers of the technology are fused together, using heat and pressure, resulting in a level of precision that is impossible to achieve via traditional cut-and-sew methods. The result is not only a new technology, new features, but also a new look.

For Fall 2011 Nike fused the Hyperfuse technology with one of their most iconic running and by now lifestyle sneakers – the Air Max 90. Today we preview the Nike Air Max 90 Hyperfuse in two colorways, releasing later this year.

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Nike Lunar Vapor 8 Tour – French Open 2011

The latest development from Nike Tennis is the Nike Lunar Vapor 8 Tour, a shoe created with Roger Federer’s game in mind. Featuring full length Lunarlon foam cushioning, a Flywire upper and extra durable rubber in the outsole, the shoe delivers an ultra-light, ultra-strong shoe with superior grip and responsive cushioning. And they look damn good too; another successful mating of form and function from the Swoosh.

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