This week of releases features a ton of retro runners from Nike and Adidas, along with some high quality collaborations worth paying attention to.
While most weeks supply a consistent selection of pairs from day to day, this week sees everything hitting retailers on Friday and Saturday. Drops start with the wider launch of Odell Beckham Jr.'s Nike Air Max 720 collab, a patriotic PG 3, two new pairs of the Undercover x Nike Daybreak, Nike's Summer 2019 N7 collection, the second drop from Adidas Spezial's Spring/Summer 2019 lineup, and a pack for the kids inspired by the upcoming film, Toy Story 4.
Releases wrap up on Saturday with a brand new colorway of the Adidas Ozweego, two pairs of the Hender Scheme x Adidas ZX 4000 4D, three colorways of the Nike Daybreak, the "Houston" Zoom LeBron III, and "Yellow Ferrari" Air Jordan XIV all hitting select stockists.
For a detailed look at all of the pairs mentioned, here is Complete Guide to This Weekend's Sneaker Releases.
Nike Air Max 720 OBJ 'Young King of the Drip'
Nike PG 3 'USA'
Undercover x Nike Daybreak
Price: $160
When: Friday June 21 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: After debuting in two colorways earlier this month, Undercover's version of the Nike Daybreak is returning in two more options this Friday. The first is an eye-catching "Lucky Green" color scheme with red accents, while the other opts for a stealthy all-black approach with subtle blue detailing. The most noticeable feature of each pair is its speckled plastic heel counter.
Nike Summer 2019 N7 Collection
Price: TBD
When: Friday, June 21 at 10 a.m.
Where: nike.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Nike's Summer 2019 N7 collection is highlighted by two brand new silhouettes designed by Tinker Hatfield: the Zoom Heritage N7 and Air Zoom Down Rock N7. The Zoom Heritage N7 is a performance basketball model, while the Air Zoom Down Rock N7 is a skateboarding-inspired casual offering. The collection is completed with special colorways of the Cortez and Air Max 270. Each of the four pairs displays similar tribal graphics, with yellow and blue accents. Proceeds will go towards the N7 Fund, which helps promote physical activity for children in Native American and Aboriginal communities.
Adidas Spezial Spring/Summer 2019 Drop Two
'Toy Story 4' x Adidas Collection
Price: $65-$160
When: Friday, June 21
Where: adidas.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Adidas is celebrating the theatrical release of Toy Story 4 this Friday with a collection of footwear for the kids inspired by some of the film's main characters. Two pairs of the Ultra Boost 19 have been crafted to resemble Woody and Buzz Lightyear. An NMD R1 inspired by Bo Peep and Continental 80 to represent newcomer Forky complete the pack. Each pair features an illustration of its respective character on the insoles and will come in special packaging as well.
Adidas Ozweego
Hender Scheme x Adidas ZX 4000 4D
Price: TBD
When: Saturday, June 22
Where: adidas.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Hender Scheme is rekindling its partnership with Adidas to release two pairs of the ZX 4000 4D. Each sports a Primeknit upper with premium vegetable-tanned leather overlays. One colorway opts for a more traditional ZX look with a white upper, grey overlays, and red detailing. The other showcases a toned-down, all-black look. Each sits atop a 4D-printed midsole in its signature Aero Green hue.
Nike Daybreak
Price: $100
When: Saturday, June 22 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Hoping to capitalize on the recent hype surrounding Sacai and Undercover's versions of the retro model, Nike is bringing back the original Daybreak from 1984 in three colorways: "Vegas Gold," "White/University Red," and "Cool Grey." Each sports a nylon upper, suede overlays, colorful Swoosh, and black Waffle outsole.