’re a fan of New Balance or not, the 1906L is a must-have for any sneakerhead. This “Silver” colorway is a perfect example of the brand’s ability to blend classic design with modern technology, featuring a sleek silver upper and a comfortable Fresh Foam midsole.
The Last Week of Summer: Sneaker Drops to Keep Your Rotation Ready for Action
As we prepare for the cold weather ahead, the sneaker industry is back with another week of highly anticipated drops to keep your rotation fresh. Nike, New Balance, adidas, Timberland, and Jordan Brand have all come together to bring us some noteworthy releases. But before we dive into the latest Nike Air Max Sunder drop, let’s take a look back at the top headlines from the past seven days.
Exclusive Interviews and Exciting News
We sat down with sneaker expert Bimma Williams to discuss his history in the game, his experience working with various footwear brands, and the current state of collaborations in a one-hour conversation. We also chatted with Odell Beckham Jr. and The Surgeon about their unique partnership and the custom cleats they create for each NFL game.
On the news front, Fat Joe revealed an Off-White™ x Nike Air Force 1 Low “Arabic” pair on Instagram, while L’Art de L’Automobile clarified that their two-design Nike Air Force 1 Low project is for friends and family only. The highly anticipated Nike Ja 2, Ja Morant’s second signature shoe, is set to release this month, and the Swoosh has unveiled the complete set of imagery for the debut “Induction” colorway. We also got a first look at the “Year of the Mamba” colorway of the Nike Kobe 5 Protro, set to release next year. Rumors surrounding Jordan Brand saw highs and lows, with reports of the cancellation of the Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Pale Vanilla,” Air Jordan 5 “Black Cat,” and more. But on a positive note, we got a glimpse of the “Rare Air” colorways of the Air Jordan 3 and Air Jordan 4, which caught the attention of many sneaker enthusiasts. In other industry news, A$AP Rocky’s collaboration with PUMA continues to thrive, with the release of their new Inhale OG collaboration. And we got a complete visual breakdown of the Doublet x ASICS GEL-KAYANO 20, set to launch in November. To top it off, Aimé Leon Dore and New Balance returned with two colorways of the 475.
Top 10 Sneaker Drops of the Week
With all the key footwear headlines from the past week recapped, it’s time to dive into the ten best sneaker drops of the week to come. And don’t forget to check out HBX for styles that are available to purchase now.
Nike Air Max Sunder “Black and Silver”
Release Date: September 18
Price: $180 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS
Why You Should Cop: After 25 years, the Nike Air Max Sunder is making a comeback and it’s one of the most exciting bring-backs in recent history. The “Black and Silver” colorway puts the spotlight on the unique design of the silhouette, including its D-ring-equipped zipper and inner lacing system.
New Balance 1906L “Silver”
Release Date: September 19
Price: $160 USD
Where to Buy: New Balance
Why You Should Cop: Whether you’re a fan of New Balance or not, the 1906L is a must-have for any sneakerhead. This “Silver” colorway showcases the brand’s ability to blend classic design with modern technology, featuring a sleek silver upper and a comfortable Fresh Foam midsole.
