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Hopefully you've recovered from the Yeezy Boost 350 and "Shattered Backboard" frenzy, because the sneaker releases are picking up pace again this weekend with a ton of drops that should be on your radar.
First up is the Air Jordan 11Lab4 in "University Red." You already know the deal here: dip a notable sneaker in all-red-everything, rinse, and repeat, but these will surely draw some crowds. The patent leather coating gives a candy paint vibe to what could be the best red sneakers of the summer.
Elsewhere, Nike has a handful of notable drops including new looks for the Kobe X, KD 8, Air Foamposite One, and more. It'll also release a new Flyknit Racer that should be enough to hold 'heads over until the "Multicolor 2.0" release.
Reebok has a big weekend in store thanks to collaborations from Sneaker Politics and Australia's Highs and Lows. You can also expect collabs from Hancock x Converse, Overkill x ASICS, and Ubiq x Brooks this weekend.
Nike Kobe X “Pain”
Price: $180
When: Thursday, July 9 at 10 a.m. EST
Where: Available from Nikestore online and select Nike Basketball retailers
What You Need to Know: The Nike Kobe X sheds in skin this weekend with this battle-worn colorway inspired by Kobe's injuries throughout the years. The unique pattern of the upper has already generated more buzz than any other non-HTM Kobe X.
NikeLab Classic Cortez “Big Tooth”
Price: TBA
When: Thursday, July 9 at 12 p.m. EST
Where: Available from NikeLab in store and online
What You Need to Know: Neoprene uppers and an exaggerated ripple sole make these “Big Tooth” NikeLab Cortez one of the most unexpectedly dope releases of the summer. They're available in both black and white-based colorways.
Nike Zoom Penny VI “Copper”
Price: $185
When: Friday, July 10 at 10 a.m. EST
Where: Available from Nikestore online and select Nike Sportswear retailers
What You Need to Know: Foamposite fans will recognize this “Copper” colorway on the Nike Zoom Penny VI. Aside from the “Sharpie” pack release, this will be the first Penny VI drop.
Hancock x Converse FS Jack Purcell Rally
Price: $150
When: Friday, July 10, time varies
Where: Available from Converse First String retailers including Concepts, Bodega, Undefeated, and Ubiq
What You Need to Know: These Converse Jack Purcells are ready to take a beating thanks to a rubber coated water-repellent upper courtesy of Hancock Vulcanised Articles.
Nike Flyknit Racer “Sherbet”
Price: $150
When: Friday, July 10 at 10 a.m. EST
Where: Available from Nikestore online and select Nike retailers
What You Need to Know: They're not quite “Multicolor,” but these Flyknit Racers should be more than enough to fill that void until the actual 2.0s drop.
Highs and Lows x Reebok LX8500
Price: $134
When: Friday, July 10 at 11:59 p.m. EST (Saturday, July 10 at 11:59 a.m. AWST)
Where: Available exclusively from Highs and Lows in store and online
What You Need to Know: Inspired by a previous collab from 2010, Highs and Lows link with Reebok to revisit the concept with premium materials on these LX 8500s.
Sneaker Politics x Reebok Ventilator “Lakes Pack”
Price: $125 each
When: Friday, July 10 at TBA
Where: Available from Sneaker Politics in store and online and select Reebok retailers
What You Need to Know: This duo of Reebok Ventilators from Sneaker Politics are inspired by exoctic vacation spots and are about as summer-appropriate as they come.
Nike Air Foamposite One “Grey Suede”
Price: $250
When: Saturday, July 11 at 10 a.m. EST
Where: Available from Nikestore online and select Nike Sportswear retailers
What You Need to Know: Following the release of a black colorway in 2014, the suede-coated Nike Air Foamposite One returns in a smooth “Wolf Grey” makeup.
Air Jordan 11Lab4 “University Red”
Price: $250
When: Saturday, July 11, time varies
Where: Available from select Jordan Brand retailers, no Nikestore online release
What You Need to Know: The second Air Jordan 11Lab4 release hits this weekend in all-red-everything. Judging by Footaction's release locator, these are going to be more limited than the black colorway.
Nike KD 8 “V8”
Price: $180
When: Saturday, July 11 at 10 a.m. EST
Where: Available from Nikestore online and select Nike Basketball retailers
What You Need to Know: After its debut in Nike Basketball's “Fourth of July” Collection, the KD8 picks up steam with this fiery red “V8” colorway inspired by the Chevrolet Camaro.
Civilist x Nike SB Janoski “Spree Pack”
Price: $90 (Canvas), $120 (Max)
When: Saturday, July 11 at 10 a.m. EST
Where: Available from Nikestore online and select Nike SB retailers
What You Need to Know: Berlin's Civilist skateshop gets busy on the Nike SB Zoom Janoski and Janoski Max with wavy colorways inspired by the city's landmark River Spree.
Overkill x ASICS Gel-Sight “Desert Rose”
Price: $166
When: Saturday, July 11, at 9 a.m. EST (15:00 Berlin time)
Where: Available exclusively from Overkill
What You Need to Know: Also coming out of Berlin is this ASICS Gel-Sight from Overkill. Inspired by an employee's unique jacket, these will be available exclusively in store and online at Overkill.
Ubiq x Brooks Fusion “Reserve”
Price: $130
When: Saturday, July 11 at 10 a.m. EST
Where: Available exclusively from Ubiq in store and online
What You Need to Know: Rounding out the weekend's drops is Ubiq's take on the Brooks Fusion. These draw inspiration from fine wine and feature notes of red, navy, and white.
