Friday, January 16, 2009

Nike Dunks

By Jay Wayne

When you think about quality and trend setting in the world of sneakers, the first name that comes to mind is Nike. They were one of the first companies to make a players last name synonymous with a style of basketball shoe. The Nike swoosh let you know that what you were getting was the best of the best and made it a must have item. "Just do it" quickly meant that we had to have it.

Nike is now digging deep into their past and bringing back the sneaker that put them on the map, the Nike Dunk. 20 years ago, this sneaker took the market by storm and it is sure to have the same impact today. They are not only bringing back the original, but have also improved on it by releasing a total of 6 different models: Vintage, Premium, Supreme, Dunkesto, High and Low. While they each are rooted with the original sneaker, they feature some modern day twists that will have you running out to the store to get a pair.

If you are looking to be taken back to the days when you were still a stud on the court, all you have to do is lace up a pair of Nike Dunk Vintage sneakers and the memories will come flooding back.. Featuring a retro upper and outersole, this classic is made totally from the materials of its time. This nostalgic sneaker is even treated so that the shoe will have that broke in and look.

If you are looking for something a little more modern, but still has the feel of the classic, the premium is just what the doctor ordered. It takes the old Nike Dunk and adds just a touch of modern technology. Featuring Zoom Air padding, breathable mesh lining and an eco-leather tongue, this shoe is sure to please.

The Nike Dunk Supreme is seems to be the culmination of just about every great aspect of shoe that this company has provided for the last 20 years. The shoe features a lowered Zoom Air unit, black leather upper and raised leather label on the tongue that will make you drift back to the day when your buddy has the first pair of Jordan's and you ran right out and got a pair yourself. If there was a Mona Lisa of sneakers, this would be it.

If you are serious ballplayer and are looking for that shoe that will take you to the next level the Dunkesto is the answer to your prayers. Using this you anywhere other than the court is blasphemy. Featuring a Zoom Air unit, clean lines, Kuma mesh and adjustable Velcro, this model gives you a taste of the future of sneakers is going to be. Make no mistake about it, this sneaker is the real deal.

A feature combining all the best from the past in modern times is the Nike Dunk High (also comes in a low model). The outsole features the exclusive Nike Dunk Core, which has been slightly redesigned to turn this into a modern day shoe. Having a padded sole and handcrafted upper along with a tongue that is made of cool match and phone makes this one of the hottest shoes in the market.

No matter which model you choose, the Nike Dunk is back and ready to do battle. This sneaker is what set the tone 20 years ago and it will set the standard once again. Any serious player doesn't dare step out onto the court unless they have a pair of Nike's on and the new Nike Dunk will ensure that is a fact for years to come. - 14915

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