A Complete Guide to This Weekend's Sneakers Releases

This week is packed with tons of new releases including multiple Air Jordan retros, an unlikely collaboration between the NBA and Nike SB, Tom Sachs' latest Nike model, and more. 

Drops start on Wednesday with Nike releasing the "NY vs. LA" pack, as well as two new colorways of the Air Max 97/BW hybrid model. Adidas is also delivering pairs early in the week with the debut of the Yung-96 in three colorways on Wednesday as well.

Coming on Thursday is a trio of React Element 87s from Nike, an exclusive release of the Tom Sachs x Nike Mars Yard Overshoe, special options from Nigel Sylvester on Nike iD for the Air Force 1 Low,  JW Anderson's latest Converse collection, and Puma's re-entry into the basketball market with the Clyde Court Disrupt. Friday provides two colorways of Nike's new Air Huarache Gripp, tonal React Element 55s for the ladies, the return of Charles Barkley's Air Force Max CB in a "Suns" color scheme, the debut of the Adidas Harden Vol. 3, and Daniel Arsham's latest effort with the Three Stripes. 

Closing out the big sneaker week are two Adidas Yung-1s exclusive to Sneakersnstuff, a Halloween-themed Kyrie 4, NBA x Nike SB collection, winter-ready Air Jordan IX Boot, first retro of the "Black/Sport Royal" Air Jordan XVIII, and a "South Beach" Air Jordan VIII. Looking forward to earlier next week, the "King" LeBron 16 is scheduled to drop on Monday.

For a full breakdown of all of these pairs, here is a Complete Guide to This Weekend's Sneaker Releases.

Price: TBD

When: Wednesday, Oct. 10 at 10 a.m.

Where: nike.com and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: Nike is releasing an Air Max 95 and Blazer Mid inspired by the east versus west coast rivalry with each foot on both pairs corresponding to a respective coast. The final product is the "NY vs. LA" pack of mismatched pairs that utilizes the colors of the New York Knicks and Los Angeles Lakers. The Blazer Mid features a black suede upper, 3M Swoosh, orange and yellow laces, special insoles, and 'NY' and 'LA' embroidered on the left and right heel, respectively. The Air Max 95 takes a similar approach with a black upper, colorful laces, mini Swooshes added to the lateral toe, and multiple lace options for further customization. 

Price: $170

When: Wednesday, Oct. 10 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: The Nike Air Max 97/BW returns this week in two brand new colorways—"Persian Bullet Train" and "Metallic Hematite." The first pair fuses the OG "Persian Violet" and "Silver Bullet" colorways of the Air Max BW and Air Max 97 with a silver upper and purple accents. The other option gives the fusion model a black and iridescent look.

Price: $100

When: Wednesday, Oct. 10

Where: adidas.com and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: Continuing to add to its lineup of Originals models that fit into the chunky sneaker trend, Adidas is introducing the Yung-96. Similar to the Yung-1, the '90s-inspired low top sports a mesh and suede upper, Trefoil branding on the tongue, and a bulky midsole. Three colorways will help ring in the new model: "Clear Brown/Cloud White/Crystal White," "Carbon/Grey/Solar Yellow," and "Clear Brown/Off White/Solar Green."

Price: TBD

When: Thursday, Oct. 11

Where: JW Anderson stores, j-w-anderson.com, converse.com and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: JW Anderson is releasing yet another collaboration with Converse. This time around, the British designer's obscure material of choice on the Chuck 70 is felt. The cozy fabric even wraps the midsole. "Pink/Green/Blue," "Olive/Orange/Black," and tonal "Olive Green" pairs will all be available. An all-grey pair will also be releasing exclusively at JW Anderson stores.

Price: $160

When: Thursday, Oct. 11 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: One of the biggest shoes to debut this past summer is back in another trio of colorways this week. Sure to be another lineup of instant sellouts, the Nike React Element 87 is back in New York Knicks-esque "Total Orange," teal and pink "Neptune Green," and "Solar Red" options. Each features the model's signature translucent upper in black and sits atop a React cushioned midsole. 

Price: TBD

When: Thursday, Oct. 11

Where: nikeid.com

What You Need to Know: Following up his successful Air Jordan 1 collaboration from last month, BMX rider Nigel Sylvester is releasing exclusive options on Nike iD for the Air Force 1 Low that take cues from '80s and '90s style in New York City. Color choices include black, gold, white, and purple. The timeless sneaker can also be dressed up in premium materials like patent leather, velvet, and satin. Further special details can be added including triple-layered Swoosh branding, gold dubraes, special heel logos, and a mini Swoosh stitched onto the lateral heel. 

Price: $150

When: Friday, Oct. 12 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: As Nike has been known to do over the years, it has once again remixed one of its classic silhouettes. This time, the brand has used Tinker Hatfield's Air Huarache as inspiration to create the Huarache Gripp. The bulky model is designed to weather the elements. It sports a heightened ankle collar with various straps, mesh upper with welded overlays, and detachable shroud emblazoned with a large Huarache logo designed to keep your feet dry even on the rainiest days. Other details include a slightly redesigned heel and renovated traction pattern. The Huarache Gripp will debut in a white and orange "Flight" colorway inspired by astronaut suits, as well as an olive and purple "Fight" colorway inspired by military boots. 

Price: $130

When: Friday, Oct. 12 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: Accompanying the three Nike React Element 87 releases in men's sizes is two new pairs of the React Element 55 for the ladies in more casual "Particle Beige" and "Mica Green" stylings. Each sits tonal uppers with slightly different shades used for the detailing atop white midsoles. The major difference on these pairs is the lack of a translucent upper that the React Element 87 is known for. For a premium touch, each pair also features suede hits on the eyelets and heel. 

Price: $130

When: Saturday, Oct. 13

Where: SNS stores and sneakersnstuff.com

What You Need to Know: One of Adidas' newest '90s-inspired runners, the Yung-1, is releasing in two makeups exclusive to Sneakersnstuff this weekend. Tonal "Unity Purple" and "Grey Two" colorways will be up for grabs that combine premium suede and mesh across the multi-layered uppers. The campaign for the release featured funk music legend George Clinton.

Price: TBD

When: Saturday, Oct. 13 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: To help ring in the 2018-19 NBA regular season, the Association has unexpectedly collaborated with Nike SB on two sneakers and matching apparel. A Blazer Low is given a simple "Triple White" color scheme. The standout from the pack is an SB Dunk Low covered in blue satin to resemble varsity jackets. To make the collab official, NBA logos can be seen on the inner tongue of each pair and the hang tag that will accompany each release.

Price: $225

When: Saturday, Oct. 13 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: Initially making its retail debut last winter, the Air Jordan IX Boot returns just in time for the upcoming colder months. The shoe largely resembles the original version of MJ's ninth signature, but adds boot-inspired features like metal eyelets and a more rugged outsole. An appropriate "Wheat" nubuck version resembling a class pair of Timbs will be available alongside a black pair with Concord branding hits.