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This week of releases delivers with new silhouettes from Adidas and Nike, collaborations, new takes on classics like the Air Jordan I, and more.
The drops begin Thursday when Adidas debuts five pairs of its new model, the Atric F/22 Primeknit, as well as a collaboration on the retro Campus model with luggage company Porter. That same day, Nike will drop its latest VaporMax hybrid, the Air VaporMax Inneva, the "Bright Crimson" LeBron 15 worn by King James in Game 2 of his 2018 playoff series with the Indiana Pacers, and a Converse Chuck '70 Low inspired by Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell as a part of its "Art of a Champion" pack.
Nike continues its week of releases on Saturday with a LeBron Soldier 12 inspired by his high school team, a Kyrie 4 inspired by his 41-point performance in the 2016 NBA Finals, a modernized version of 2004's "Be@rbrick" Medicom x Nike SB Dunk with a Flyknit ankle collar, two more toned-down colorways of the Flyknit Trainer, and the debut of the Air Monarch IV-inspired M2K Tekno sneaker exclusively in women's sizing.
Arguably the biggest release of the weekend is the women's-exclusive "Satin Shattered Backboard" Air Jordan I that reinterprets the limited 2015 release. Early next week, Nike will retro the original white and red colorway of the Zoom Fly SP that celebrated the Breaking2 event back in 2017.
For a full breakdown of all of this week's best releases, here's the Complete Guide to This Weekend's Sneaker Releases.
Adidas Atric F/22 Primeknit
Price: $160
When: Thursday, May 3 at 10 a.m.
Where: adidas.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Inspired by water moccasins, Adidas aims to provide functionality and style with its newest silhouette. The Atric F/22 Primeknit is constructed of a water resistant Merino wool Primeknit made in collaboration with Woolmark exclusively for this silhouette. A suede patch is found on the lateral side similar to the original Yeezy Boost 350. Extra details include a branded suede tongue tab, pull tab on the heel, welded Three Stripes branding, and a raised Continental rubber outsole. The Atric F/22 Primeknit will debut in five unique colorways.
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Porter x Adidas Campus
Price: $150
When: Thursday, May 3
Where: adidas.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Japanese luggage brand Porter has put its own spin on one of Adidas' timeless silhouettes, the Campus. Porter utilizes its signature black and orange color scheme on this pair. Black nubuck and Tanker textile are used along the upper. Orange leather Three Stripes and an orange Trefoil logo on the black leather heel tab act as hits of contrast. On the left shoe, 'Porter' replaces the customary gold 'Campus' branding on the side panel. A dual branded tongue tag and black midsole act as finishing touches. This pair will release alongside matching bag designs.
Nike Air VaporMax Inneva
Price: $240
When: Thursday, May 3 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The latest Nike silhouette to get fitted with a full-length VaporMax sole is the Inneva Woven. The hand-woven nylon upper trades in the Free midsole commonly seen on the silhouette for Nike's cushy Air bubble. The new silhouette will debut in a "Summit White" colorway that combines white, grey, and tan tones, as well as a "Midnight Navy" pair outfitted in multiple shades of blue.
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Converse Chuck '70 Low '30 and 40'
Price: $85
When: Thursday, May 3 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The latest sneaker to release as a part of Nike's "Art of a Champion" pack is inspired by the 30-point, 40-rebound performance of legendary Boston Celtics center Bill Russell in Game 7 of the 1962 NBA Finals that helped the Celtics capture their fourth straight championship. The classic black and white low top is spruced up with gold hits on the eyelets, dubraes, and heel branding, as well as leather detailing on the heel.
Nike LeBron 15 'Bright Crimson'
Price: $185
When: Thursday, May 3 at 10 a.m.
Where: nike.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Originally seen on LeBron's feet during Game 2 of his first round matchup with the Indiana Pacers in the 2018 NBA Playoffs, the "Bright Crimson" LeBron 15 is making its way to retailers this week. Black and grey Battleknit are used across the upper. The pair is accented by a black leather tongue tab, cream leather heel tab, black speckled heel, and a crimson ankle collar and Flywire lace loops. King James would lead the Cavs to a Game 2 victory behind his 46-point, 12-rebound performance while rocking this colorway.
Nike LeBron Soldier 12 'SVSM'
Price: $130
When: Saturday, May 5
Where: nike.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Taking inspiration from LeBron's high school team, the latest Soldier 12 dons a St. Vincent-St. Mary colorway. The predominantly white knit and leather upper is accented with hits of green and gold. The team's Fighting Irish mascot can be seen on the insole and green 'Irish' branding appears on the tongue tab.
Nike Kyrie 4 '41 Points'
Price: $120
When: Saturday, May 5 at 10 a.m.
Where: nike.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The latest colorway of the Kyrie 4 is inspired by his 41-point performance from the 2016 NBA Finals when he was still a member of the Cleveland Cavaliers. The majority black upper features an embroidered grey Swoosh and red hits on the paisley sock liner, outsole, lace loops, and brick graphic on the heel.
Nike SB Zoom Dunk High Elite 'Be@rbrick'
Price: $130
When: Saturday, May 5 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Nike SB and Japanese toy maker Medicom have teamed up once again to drop a recreated version of their Dunk Low collab from 2004. The same basic color scheme is used. White mesh replaces the OG white leather across the upper for a more lightweight construction, while blue and orange leather accents are still used throughout. However, this time around the duo adds tan suede panels to the upper. The biggest change is that instead of a traditional Dunk Low, the colorway has been placed on the SB Zoom Dunk High Elite, a modern take on the Dunk silhouette complete with a sock-like Flyknit ankle collar. Special insoles and a Be@rbrick logo stitched on the lateral heel act as special details.
Nike Flyknit Trainer 'Olive/Brown' and 'Thunder Grey'
Price: $150
When: Saturday, May 5 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Just in time for the warmer weather, the popular Flyknit Trainer arrives in two more brand new color schemes. An "Olive/Brown" pair covers the upper in earthy tones of Flyknit, black Swoosh branding, and sits atop a red outsole. The "Thunder Grey" option sports a two-toned grey upper, black branding, and a blue outsole.
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WMNS Nike M2K Tekno
Price: $100
When: Saturday, May 5 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: To capitalize on the "dad shoe" trend, Nike is releasing its updated take on the Air Monarch IV this weekend, the M2K Tekno. Originally debuted by John Elliott at New York Fashion Week this past February, this model uses the same basic build of the Air Monarch, but replaces the original branding with a small Swoosh on the side panel, adds a plastic piece to the heel, and bulks up the midsole to give the silhouette a more trendy look. Three colorways will be releasing exclusively in women's sizing with men's pairs expected to hit shelves this July.
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WMNS Air Jordan I 'Satin Shattered Backboard'
Price: $160
When: Saturday, May 5 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Jordan Brand brings back one of the most popular non-OG colorways of the Air Jordan I. This women's-exclusive pair covers the black, orange, and cream "Shattered Backboard" color scheme with a luxurious satin material. Staying true to the quality of the original 2015 release, the mid panels still use a cream-colored tumbled leather. Despite being released in women's sizing only, the pair will drop up to a size 12, equivalent to a men's 10.5. So, not all hope is lost for any men trying to cop this weekend.
Nike Zoom Fly SP 'Bright Crimson'
Price: $150
When: Monday, May 7 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The Nike Zoom Fly SP is returning in its original white and red color scheme. As an homage to the Breaking2 event that the shoe is inspired by, the takedown version of the VaporFly Elite sports special graphics on the inner tongue and a digital clock graphic on the lateral heel. The translucent white upper is accented by crimson on the midsole, branding, and insole. Another notable feature of the Zoom Fly SP is its giant Swoosh branding.