Release Roundup: Sneakers You Need to Check Out This Weekend

From the Nina Chanel Abney x Air Jordan 2 collection to Drake x Nike NOCTA Hot Step, here is a complete guide to all of this week's best sneaker releases.

Jul 05, 2022
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The long holiday weekend may be behind us now, but there are still plenty of excuses to add a new pair of sneakers to your rotation to enjoy for the rest of the summer and beyond. Luckily, there are some great options to consider this week.

Some of the highlights include a two-pack of redesigned Air Jordan 2s from artist Nina Chanel Abney, a restock of Drake’s NOCTA Hot Step, Samuel Ross’ latest innovation for Converse, and a Dunk Low paying tribute to one of the most legendary WNBA players of all time, Lisa Leslie. 

Take a closer look at all of this week’s best sneaker releases below. 

Stone Island x New Balance FuelCell RC Elite V2

Stone Island x New Balance FuelCell RC Elite V2
Image via Stone Island

Price: $220

When: Tuesday, July 5 

Where: stoneisland.com and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: Stone Island has dropped two new colorways of its New Balance collab. The performance runner stands out with its unique upper that layers suede and knit panels to achieve the look that the shoe has been ripped apart. Stone Island’s signature compass logo is prominently featured on the left toe box. The upper sits atop full-length FuelCell cushioning. Maroon/lime green and grey/red color schemes are both up for grabs. 

Nike Air Max 95 'Off Noir/Limestone'

Nike Air Max 95 Off Noir Limestone
Image via Nike

Price: $185

When: Wednesday, July 6 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: This upcoming Air Max 95 takes inspiration from the great outdoors. The ‘90s runner’s signature upper features earth-toned suede embossed with topographical patterns to add to the outdoorsy theme. Subtle hits of red, orange, and yellow appear on the lace loops and mini Swoosh branding.

Nike Air Bo Turf

Nike Air Bo Turf
Image via Nike

Price: $140

When: Wednesday, July 6 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: Nike is bringing back the Air Bo Turf, the sneaker worn on-field by sports legend Bo Jackson during his most successful season with the Raiders. The black, white, and red design of the 1992 turf shoe features details like Jackson’s jersey number “34” on the right heel and the iconic “Bo Knows” branding on each insole. 

Nike Air Force 1 High 'Sail/Medium Grey'

Nike Air Force 1 High 'Sail/Medium Grey'
Image via Nike

Price: $135

When: Wednesday, July 6 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: Nike puts a vintage twist on the Air Force 1 High for its latest release. The pair is dressed in a sail upper to give it a more retro feel. Other details include canvas side panels, grey branding, and retro orange Nike logos on the tongue tags and insoles. 

Nike NOCTA Hot Step 'Triple Black'

Nocta x Nike Hot Step 'Triple Black' DH4692 001 Lateral
Image via Nike

Price: $180

When: Thursday, July 7 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: The “Triple Black” colorway of Drake’s NOCTA Hot Step is restocking on Nike SNKRS on Thursday morning. The tonal design features a leather upper, mini metallic silver Swooshes on the lateral heels and toeboxes, NOCTA logos on each tongue, and a retro midsole inspired by the Air Terra Humara.

Converse x A-Cold-Wall Sponge Crater

Converse x A-Cold-Wall Sponge Crater
Image via Converse

Price: $110

When: Thursday, July 7 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: Samuel Ross’ latest creation from his ongoing partnership with Converse is a brand new silhouette dubbed the Sponge Crater. The latest addition to the carousel of foam slip-ons in the marketplace right now, this pair features a hi-vis orange knit bootie housed by a grey shell constructed of Crater foam. A-Cold-Wall branding is stamped in orange on the lateral portion of each shoe. 

Nina Chanel Abney x Air Jordan 2

Nina Chanel Abney x Air Jordan 2 DQ0558 160 Lateral
Image via Nike

Price: $225-$250

When: Friday, July 8 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: Artist Nina Chanel Abney is releasing her take on the Air Jordan 2 and Air Jordan 2 Low later this week. Each features a retooled, minimal upper with new paneling—the most obvious portion being a molded heel counter. Premium details like iguana scale leather and the Wings logo on each tongue have been borrowed from the original. The high-top is accented with red, while the low-top opts for green detailing. Each pair comes complete with a large hang tag and packaging displaying Chanel Abney signature art style. 

Nina Chanel Abney x Air Jordan 2 Low DQ0560 160 Lateral
Image via Nike

Women's Nike Dunk Low 'Lisa Leslie'

Nike Dunk Low 'Lisa Leslie' DO9581 500 Lateral
Image via Nike

Price: $130

When: Saturday, July 9 at 10 a.m.

Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers

What You Need to Know: The latest Dunk Low scheduled to hit stores is an homage to WNBA legend, Lisa Leslie, the first player to dunk in a WNBA game. The pair is dressed in the colors of the Los Angeles Sparks with a gold and purple leather upper and teal Swoosh. Leslie’s jersey number “9” is stitched on each lateral heel to complete the commemorative release. 

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