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A fan-favorite Air Jordan from decade’s past, a new look to a retro LeBron silhouette, and the latest Nike SB Dunk collab are some of this week’s most notable drops.
The releases kick off on Tuesday morning this week with the arrival of the Wasted Youth x Nike SB Dunk Low. On Thursday, the “Smoke Grey” Air Jordan 35, Kim Jones x Converse Chuck 70, and “I3 Motorsports” Reebok Question Mid all debut at select retailers. Friday will mark the arrival of the Dodgers-inspired “Baseball Blue” LeBron 7 and Overkill x Adidas ZX 8500. Things wrap up with the highly anticipated return of the “Raging Bull” Air Jordan 5 on Saturday morning.
Check out a complete guide to all of this best sneaker releases below.
Wasted Youth x Nike SB Dunk Low
Price: $110
When: Tuesday, April 6 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Japanese designer Verdy’s Wasted Youth is releasing a punk-inspired version of the Nike SB Dunk Low. A black denim upper is accented by black leather overlays on the toe and Swoosh. Details include denim patches on the leather toe, red contrast stitching at the heel, Wasted Youth branding on the tongue and heel, a rose embroidered on the medial side panel, and silver D-rings hanging from each heel tab.
Air Jordan 35 'Smoke Grey'
Price: $175
When: Thursday, April 8 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The Air Jordan 35 arrives in a new colorway this Thursday. This particular pair features a Smoke Grey suede upper, quilted detailing on the heel panel, and infrared branding hits to add a subtle pop of color.
Kim Jones x Converse Chuck 70
Price: $160
When: Thursday, April 8 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Kim Jones has another sneaker collab dropping this week. This time, the designer provides his interpretation of the Converse Chuck 70. He has reimagined the upper of the classic high top with the addition of a TPU cage, plastic heel cup, and speed lacing system. Black and egret colorways will both be available.
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Reebok Question Mid 'I3 Motorsports'
Price: $140
When: Thursday, April 8
Where: reebok.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Reebok continues to release new colorways of Allen Iverson’s Question Mid. The most recent pair is an “I3 Motorsports” color scheme featuring a black leather upper with metallic silver overlays. The silver accents are a nod to ATVs and dirt bikes, as well as Iverson’s love for jewelry.
Nike LeBron 7 'Baseball Blue'
Price: $200
When: Friday, April 9 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The latest LeBron 7 retro is a nod to one of Los Angeles’ other iconic sports franchises, the Dodgers. The pair features a white upper, blue mudguard covered in a faint palm tree pattern, and minor red detailing to mimic the colors of the defending World Series champions.
Overkill x Adidas ZX 8500
Price: $140
When: Friday, April 9
Where: Overkill and overkillshop.com
What You Need to Know: German boutique Overkill is releasing its graffiti-inspired Adidas ZX 8500 on Friday. The fluorescent design is a nod to Montana Gold spray paint cans and the various murals displayed around Berlin. Overkill branding has been printed on the lateral toe area. Graffiti-esque Overkill branding hits have also been stitched over the traditional Adidas tongue tag and dubrae. This collab’s most unique feature is the removable shroud that it comes packaged with to protect your kicks from dripping paint or the next rain storm.
Air Jordan 5 'Raging Bull'
Price: $190
When: Saturday, April 10 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The “Raging Bull” Air Jordan 5 returns for the first time since its debut in 2009. This time around the red suede design will be available individually. It was only available as part of the special “Toro Bravo” pack alongside an all 3M Air Jordan 5.
