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Fans of ‘90s basketball sneakers will have plenty of great pairs to choose from this week.
Ambush is debuting its twist on the Nike Air Adjust Force in two colorways, Jordan Brand is dropping off a pair of 14’s inspired by a 14 Low colorway from 1999 along with a new pair of 13s, and Reebok is bringing back one of the most iconic colorways from Allen Iverson’s signature line. Elsewhere, there are also some great collabs from brands like Thisisneverthat and Tombogo with New Balance and Saucony, respectively.
Take a detailed look at all of this week’s best sneaker releases below.
Air Jordan 14 'Light Ginger'
Price: $210
When: Wednesday, Aug. 17 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: While we still wait patiently for a proper retro of the “Ginger” Air Jordan 16, Jordan Brand is releasing another “Ginger” colorway later this week. The “Light Ginger” Air Jordan 14 sports ginger-colored nubuck across the majority of the upper with a white leather toe. The color scheme initially appeared on the 14 Low back in 1999.
Reebok Question Mid 'Blue Toe'
Price:$160
When: Thursday, Aug. 16
Where: reebok.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: After the handful of new interpretations inspired by Allen Iverson’s legendary career that have dropped throughout the year, Reebok is bringing back an OG colorway of the Question Mid on Thursday. The “Blue Toe” stays true to the original with a white leather upper and pearlized blue leather on the toe and heel.
Ambush x Nike Air Adjust Force
Price: $210
When: Friday, Aug. 19 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Ambush is introducing its latest Nike collab this week with two colorways. This time, Yoon Ahn is providing her take on 1996’s Air Adjust Force, a popular basketball sneaker worn by some of college’s top players at the time. Black and white-based colorways are both up for grabs. The standout feature is the removable midfoot strap that features a gel panel with Swoosh branding. Ambush logos appear on the strap’s heel and each insole.
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Air Jordan 13 'French Blue'
Price: $200
When: Friday, Aug. 19 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The colors of the French flag inspire the latest Air Jordan 13. The pair features dimpled white leather, blue suede wrapping the heel, and grey leather on the toe. A bright red Jumpman stitched on the tongue completes the French look. Given the mix of colors, this 13 also slightly resembles a fan-favorite Air Jordan, the “True Blue” 3s.
Thisisneverthat x New Balance
Price: $149.99
When: Friday, Aug. 19 at 10 a.m.
Where: newbalance.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: South Korean streetwear brand Thisisneverthat is releasing its latest collab with New Balance on Friday morning. The two-pack consists of two runners from the 2000s, the 1906R and 2002R. Each features a grey and white color scheme with subtle blue accents and its own pre-aged feel. The 1906R dons markings across various parts of its mesh upper and a yellowed midsole, while the 2002R features cracked leather paneling.
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Tombogo x Saucony Butterfly
Price: TBD
When: Friday, Aug. 19 at 12 p.m.
Where: tombogo.com
What You Need to Know: Originally seen back in February during the brand’s Fall/Winter 2022 presentation, Tombogo’s first sneaker collab is finally releasing. The Saucony Butterfly features a two-piece upper with a removable inner bootie and outer rubber shell. Red accents appear on the tongue and heel pull tabs, as well as the co-branding seen on the heel and lateral midsole.
