30 Must-Follow Sneaker Writers and Bloggers on Twitter

Social media is a powerful tool and Twitter might be king of all social networks. If you're on Twitter and into kicks, there are quite a few sneaker writers and bloggers who spit opinions on a regular basis and deserve to be on your favorites list. We decided to round up the best of the best so you can get your followings current for the most up-to-date information from the best-informed and most entertaining minds in the game. Disclaimer: This is strictly writers and bloggers, so don't start flooding our timelines with "oh you missed" when they don't fit the criteria. Hit the jump to check out 30 Must-Follow Sneaker Writers and Bloggers on Twitter and let us know who else we should be following.

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Twitter: @mryumingwu

Site affiliation: Freshness Mag, Jordans Daily and Sneaker News

Yu-Ming is everywhere, we're pretty sure dude doesn't sleep. Whether it's pics from the latest Nike innovation unveiling or getting posts up on ground breaking news for Freshness Mag and Sneaker News, Wu ain't nothin' to fuck with. Plus, his beaters are probably your grails. Sorry 'bout that.

Twitter: @kustoo

Site affiliation: Nice Kicks

The host of This Week in Sneaks recently made the jump over to Nice Kicks and is the king when it comes to on-camera sneaker reports. Truly a good guy and one of the most respectful and knowledgeable personalities in the business, a great person to learn from.

Twitter: Nice Kicks

Account writer: Matt Halfhill (@MattHalfhill)

In the sneaker community few names ring out like Matt Halfhill's. The founder of Nice Kicks, Matt has been an innovator of how sneaker news is presented to the masses and could possibly be credited for the rise of sneaker popularity over the past few years. Not to mention dude has a good heart using his Yeezy II proceeds for charity and helping a kid with cerebral palsy get a pair of Nikes that work for him.

Twitter: @_NDP

Site affiliation: Sole Collector and Eastbay Blog

Nick DePaula is part of the Sole Collector and Eastbay Blog squads, and his in-depth interviews and vast knowledge of sneakers has him on some professor status, definitely a must-follow for all the sneaker geeks who are truly students of the game. Plus, he can play a little ball, too.

Twitter: @gwarizm

Site affiliation: Crooked Tongues and Gary Warnett

Warnett is a G in every sense of the word. His ties with sneaker companies and writing goes back like adidas and no laces and he has even birthed a couple of Complex classics (A Complete Guide to Seinfield's kicks, that was him). Check out Crooked Tongues and his blog for some of the best (and most knowledgable) sneaker writing anywhere.

Twitter: @kicksdeals

Account writer: Ian Hofler (@HOLLAatAU)

Like paying less than retail? How about a site that is dedicated strictly to helping you find the best deals on kicks? Kicks Deals instantly became the go-to spot for all sneaker fans and proved that with patience and persistence you can get your favorite shoes either below retail or without getting gouged by re-sellers. And with so many releases dropping all the time, just about everything goes on sale eventually. It's just a matter of finding it. You can thank Ian Hofler, who runs the site.

Twitter: @MattSOS

Site affiliation: SportsOneSource

What exactly is a Sneakerologist? We aren't entirely sure either, but Matt Powell's the Darren Rovell of the sneaker world without the corniness, always dropping the latest sales figures and business information on your favorite brands. Want to know how much of this weekend's sales were black/red Jordan IVs? Matt's your man.

Twitter: @PeteBeast

Site affiliation: Highsnobiety

He's from Canada, but we try not to hold it against him. Aside from running his clothing label, Raised By Wolves, Pete Williams keeps Highsnob running and Instagrams tons so you can see what he sees. In most cases, it's well worth your while.

Twitter: @KicksOnFire

Twitter: JohnGotty

Site affiliation: The Smoking Section

The Teflon Don might not have hooped in Nike+ but The Smoking Sections de facto boss is about that life. His contribution on everything relevant to our lives — and brutal honesty — makes him a must-follow on Twitter and you should probably add him to your notifications so you don't miss anything, son.

Twitter: @Luis_Ruano

Site affiliation: Hypebeast

Hypebeast senior editor and San Francisco Giants fan Luis Ruano has been having a very good year. The Hypebeast print mag launched to much acclaim, and Ruano gets to spend his days doing things like this and documenting them. Not too bad.

Twitter: @classickicksnyc

Account writer: Nick Santora

We know not everyone is into the hype of everything new dropping every weekend in every colorway, so Classic Kicks might be your site, specializing in throwback ads, catalog pages and sneaker subject matter from the '80s and '90s. Nostalgia is good.

Twitter: @jeffcarvalho

Site affiliation: Highsnobiety and Selectism

Jeff brings bikes and music to the table as well as sneakers, so you might find yourself reading about things you may not even know you're interested in. This, in case you didn't know, is a good thing.

Twitter: @abe_squad

Site affiliation: SLAM

With a Northwestern diploma, one of SLAM's most well-rounded writers covers both hoops and shoes — and he's got skee-ilz *Tim Hardaway voice* on the court as well. We believe SLAM's reputation speaks for itself here, follow.

Twitter: @Aqua174

Site affiliation: Hip-Hop Wired

Besides killing it on Instagram showcasing your favorite athlete's struggle face, Alvin has a solid knowledge of what's good in the sneaker streets. A true fan of the classics and grails with a mean post game, Alvin is a must-follow.

Twitter: @ShoeQUEENDOM

Site affiliation: Shoe QUEENDOM

Complex is a men's buyers guide but we feel the love from the ladies as well. When it comes to sneaker writing from a women's perspective, not many can even touch gloves with Tina. Make sure to follow her for her great writeups and comments.

Twitter: @ModernNotoriety

Account Writer: Oscar Castillo (@phonetrappin)

Modern Notoriety is quickly picking up as one of the best sneaker-oriented sneaker blogs out there and Oscar Castillo is to thank for that. Castillo is one of the first to hit us with release dates for next, next, next seasons releases and is doing it for the respect of his peers above all else. A great dude to chop it up with over the subject at hand.

Twitter: @xBRICHx

Site affiliation: Sole Collector

Brandon is the Digital Content Manager at Sole Collector and has been a big part of the blog being one of the go-to sites for sneaker enthusiasts. His passion for shoes is evident in every tweet and post and if you're fan of behind-the-scenes shoots and how things are put together for blogs and magazine, follow along.

Twitter: bgolliff

Site Affiliation: brettgolliff.com

Brett Golliff is a designer — of more than just sneakers — who gives a welcome insight into the process, not to mention a refreshingly different perspective on sneakers in general. And as the "D" part of the #SMDR (Sneaker Design Media Retail) podcast team with Clyde Edwards and Jacques Slade, he's even syndicated! Get on board.

Twitter: @snkrfrkrmag

Account writer: Simon "Woody" Woods

Sneaker Freaker should be in your daily blog rotation and Simon is one of the greatest to do it. He has been killing it with the magazine for years and his true love for kicks is shown on every hard-copy page and post on the web.

Twitter: @Dallas_Penn

Site affiliation: Dallas Penn

What's good internets? Dallas Penn is just a funny-ass dude, whether he is is waxing intellect on kicks or chicks—DP will have you in tears. Video is his medium, but it translates to Twitter lovely.

Twitter: RegularOlTy

Site affiliation: LDRS 1354

Everyone wants to be an influencer. Ty didn't necessarily seek the title but it fits the Chicagoan perfectly. (It helps to wear sample size.) Reppin' LDRS 1354 for years, Mathis has given us some of the first looks at exclusive kicks from top tier brands and even been on the collaborative end of a few.

Twitter: @PremiumPete

Site Affiliation: SneakerTubeTV

Our paisan Pete has been holding things down at SneakerTubeTV for a minute and thanks to his travels, his great knowledge of kicks and pizza makes him a must-follow if you have any appreciation for Js and a slice—that's you. Warning: his Instagram feed will make you want to feast even if it's 4 a.m.. Maybe especially if it's 4 a.m..

Twitter: @russbengtson

Site Affiliation: Complex

Complex's own sneaker editor is basically a walking encyclopedia when it comes to sneakers and hoops. He's been doing this long enough to be retroed himself, and his witty sense of humor makes for some of Twitter's greatest moments on a nightly basis. The slander is strong with this one.

Twitter: @geokthree

Site affiliation: Nice Kicks

GK III has been Matt Halfhill's right-hand man at Nice Kicks from the jump and has helped create some of the blog's best ongoing stories such as their On Court Diaries and the Kicks on the Court series. He also lives it how he spits it, try and guard him in a pickup game and not get Tyronn Lue'd. All you'll see is shades of grey.

Twitter: @MaZe1eR

Site affiliation: Kix and the City

If you were trying to figure out what your favorite sneaker free agent's next moves were, MaZe knew. This summer/fall he was giving everyone the dl on moves weeks in advance thanks to his connects in the business. Chris Broussard should take note.

Twitter: @Franalations23

Site Affiliation: Franalations

Fran's sneaker collection is on some next-level shit—just take a look at his photo, dude is steady stacking weight. His sneaker vlog has become a favorite of the people and his detailed reviews and looks have helped sneakerheads decide whether to get gassed or pass for years.

Twitter: @sneakerboxClyde

Site Affiliation: Inside The Sneaker Box

Clyde has been reppin' the sneaker game in MIA for years with Mr. R Sports and his Inside The Sneaker Box blog. The site features fresh shots of new sneakers hitting retail and lately he has been spotlighting hype kicks on the hardwood so you know what your favorite player has been rocking.

Twitter: @IanStonebrook

Site Affiliation: Nice Kicks

If you haven't noticed a common theme yet, Nice Kicks has a solid crew of great people and writers, Ian Stonebrook is a big part of that. The sneaker blog rookie of the year in 2010, he has put up some of Nice Kicks' classic lists as well as your rappers' favorite series, Celebrity Sneaker Stalker. Ian's ability to converse with readers about kicks like he is your best friend at Finish Line makes him one of the best people to follow.

Twitter: @GRocSmith

Site Affiliation: The Shoe Game

G-Roc's contributions to The Shoe Game and helping sneaker friends unite in the ATL has turned being a sneakerhead from some Stars Wars obsession type shit to a pretty cool movement. Did we mention he ran for sneaker president?