Russ Bengtson

Russ Bengtson

Joined July 2014 | 1050 posts

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The "Fire Red" Air Jordan 4s were the first 4s Micheal Jordan wore on court. Here’s the sneaker's history and how it became a cultural symbol.

The "Fire Red" Air Jordan 4s were the first 4s Micheal Jordan wore on court. Here’s the sneaker's history and how it became a cultural symbol.

| BY RUSS BENGTSON

How the Air Jordan 4 ‘Fire Red’ Became a Cultural Icon

From who made the Foamposties to why Foams were so expensive, here are 20 things you didn't know about the classic Nike Foamposite sneakers.

From who made the Foamposties to why Foams were so expensive, here are 20 things you didn't know about the classic Nike Foamposite sneakers.

| BY RUSS BENGTSON

20 Things You Didn't Know About the Nike Foamposite

David Stern made the NBA what it is today. The former commissioner passed away on Jan. 1, but his legacy of expansion will live forever.

David Stern made the NBA what it is today. The former commissioner passed away on Jan. 1, but his legacy of expansion will live forever.

| BY RUSS BENGTSON

The NBA Wouldn't Be the NBA Without David Stern

The Chuck Taylor was the first basketball sneaker and the Air Jordan 1 was a first in many ways, too. This is how MJ's first sneaker has become the new Chuck.

The Chuck Taylor was the first basketball sneaker and the Air Jordan 1 was a first in many ways, too. This is how MJ's first sneaker has become the new Chuck.

| BY RUSS BENGTSON

How the Air Jordan 1 Became the New Chuck Taylor

Founded in 2002, Nike SB has had its highs and lows, but it looks like the subdivision of Nike is making a comeback thanks to Travis Scott and collaborations.

Founded in 2002, Nike SB has had its highs and lows, but it looks like the subdivision of Nike is making a comeback thanks to Travis Scott and collaborations.

| BY RUSS BENGTSON

How Nike SB Hype Returned from the Dead

Sneakers are not just an important part of the NBA All-Star Game. Sometimes a single shoe can overshadow the entire weekend.

Sneakers are not just an important part of the NBA All-Star Game. Sometimes a single shoe can overshadow the entire weekend.

| BY RUSS BENGTSON

6 Times Sneakers Stole the Show at the NBA All-Star Game

LeBron caught flak for declaring himself the GOAT over Michael Jordan and others recently. But here are the reasons why we loved LeBron talking that talk.

LeBron caught flak for declaring himself the GOAT over Michael Jordan and others recently. But here are the reasons why we loved LeBron talking that talk.

| BY RUSS BENGTSON

Why LeBron James Should Call Himself the GOAT

Iverson was always approachable. With Jordan, everything felt scripted; every question seemed like it had been answered before.

Iverson was always approachable. With Jordan, everything felt scripted; every question seemed like it had been answered before.

| BY RUSS BENGTSON

Why Allen Iverson Was the Lovable, Relatable Superstar Michael Jordan Could Never Be

A look at how Nike and Foot Locker are changing the sneaker game with two new Air Max collections.

A look at how Nike and Foot Locker are changing the sneaker game with two new Air Max collections.

| BY RUSS BENGTSON

The Evolution of Nike Air Max

A retrospective look back at the revolutionary Nike Air technology that dominated the sneaker market and flew off Foot Locker shelves in the ’90s and beyond.

A retrospective look back at the revolutionary Nike Air technology that dominated the sneaker market and flew off Foot Locker shelves in the ’90s and beyond.

| BY RUSS BENGTSON

How Nike Air Max Took Over Sneaker Culture