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Last May, Nike made the controversial decision to pull the plug on online Air Jordan releases, opting instead to sell the sneakers exclusively in store and through its new online raffle system.
The first two sneakers to get canceled were the Air Jordan 1 "Chicago" and the black Air Jordan 1 "Pinnacle." If you missed out, you'll have a chance at redemption this weekend with the release of the Jordan 1.5 "The Return" (a.k.a. "Chicago") and the white "Pinnacle" 1s.
There are a number of other big releases this weekend including the return of the O.G. "Neon" Air Max 95. Meanwhile, Euro 'heads will also get an early shot at the "Greedy" a.k.a. "What the" Air Max 95s.
Concepts and Nike SB will reignite their partnership with a three-sneaker "Grail" collection featuring the SB Dunk High, SB Dunk Low, and SB Janoski Max.
Elsewhere, look out for collaborations from the likes of Atmos and ASICS, Premier and Saucony, and Titolo and Reebok.
NikeLab Air Solarsoft ZigZag
Price: $100
When: Thursday, July 23 at 1 p.m. EST
Where: Available from NikeLab in store and online
What You Need to Know: The latest release from NikeLab is half sneaker, half sandal and is inspired by and old ACG model, the Air Deschutz. These will be available in both white and black colorways.
Air Jordan 1.5 “The Return”
Price: $150
When: Saturday, July 25, time varies
Where: Available from select Jordan Brand retailers, no Nikestore online release
What You Need to Know: If you missed out on the “Chicago” Air Jordan 1s, which a lot of 'heads did, these aren't a bad alternative by any means. The quality looks to be on-point, and the sneaker's history is actually much richer than some of the Jordan 1 colorways people obsess over.
Air Jordan 1 “Pinnacle White/White”
Price: $400
When: Saturday, July 25, time varies
Where: Available from select Jordan Brand retailers, no Nikestore online release
What You Need to Know: From the looks of Footaction's launch locator, these won't be easy to come by, but this will be the final release for the white “Pinnacle” Jordan 1s. Cop 'em if you can.
Nike Air Max 95 O.G. “Neon”
Price: $170
When: Saturday, July 25 at 10 a.m. EST
Where: Available from Nikestore online and select Nike Sportswear retailers
What You Need to Know: What better way to celebrate the Air Max 95's 20th anniversary than with a proper rendition of the trailblazing “Neon” colorway? The price is higher than ever, but these also look like one of the most accurate retros of this colorway in years.
Nike Air Max 95 “What the”
Price: TBA
When: Saturday, July 25, time varies
Where: Available exclusively from select European Nike Sportswear retailers including Hanon
What You Need to Know: If you've already got a closet full of “Neon” 95s, you might be more interested in this “What the” colorway. Officially known as “Greedy,” this colorway blends four different O.G. AM95 colorways together without feeling forced.
Nike KD 8 “Hunt’s Hill Sunrise”
Price: $180
When: Saturday, July 25 at 10 a.m. EST
Where: Available from Nikestore online and select Nike Basketball retailers
What You Need to Know: This colorway of Durant's latest sig represents his early morning endeavors training on a street in his Maryland hometown.
Concepts x Nike SB “Grail” Pack
Price: TBA
When: Saturday, July 25 at 8 a.m. EST (instore) and 12 p.m. EST (online)
Where: Available exclusively from Concepts in store and online
What You Need to Know: Concepts and Nike SB resume their fruitful relationship with the “Grail” collection featuring the Dunk High, Dunk Low, and Janoski Max. You can see more from the collection here.
Atmos x ASICS Gel-Lyte III “Birthday Dinner”
Price: TBA
When: Saturday, July 25 at 9 a.m. EST (Hanon), other times vary
Where: Available from select retailers including atmos, End, Hanon, Sneakersnstuff, and Overkill
What You Need to Know: Another month means another ASICS Gel-Lyte III 25th anniversary special makeup. This time around, atmos drops a super clean all-white leather colorway. Keep in mind that many retailers will only be doing in-store releases, so it's best to check with your spot ahead of time.
Premier x Saucony “Work/Play” Pack
Price: $240 (for package)
When: Saturday, July 25 at 10 a.m. EST
Where: Available exclusively from Premier in store and online
What You Need to Know: Premier looks to make your work week a little more exciting with its Saucony “Work/Play” pack. It includes the Saucony Shadow Master and a brand new silhouette, the Jazz Court. Remember that these sneakers will only be sold together as a package and not individually.
Titolo x Reebok Ventilator “Desert Dawn”
Price: $130
When: Saturday, July 25 at 10 a.m. EST
Where: Available from select retailers including Titolo, End, Hanon, Sneakersnstuff, and Overkill
What You Need to Know: In a year packed with Reebok Ventilator collabs, Titolo's “Desert Dawn” is one of the best we've seen. The inspiration is pretty straightforward, but the execution is outstanding.
