ALL SPACE-JAMMED OUT

As all of you may or may not know today marked the release of arguably this years hottest JB release. That's right the famous Space Jam Jordan made infamous of course by His Airness and the movie Space Jam. Let me just say that hype or no hype this is a very nice shoe top to icy sole, and apparently I'm not the only person who thought so. My local spot opened at 7:AM today. I, thinking I'd get a jump on things, decided to get there a little early. I arrived @ 6:30 and to my surprise there was a line of about 35 people standing outside. I thought about leaving and coming back later seeing as how I was only buying for the kids and had gotten mine reserved a week before. But I thought wow this is the first and probably the last time I will ever stand on line for a pair of kicks. So I did. All in all the two hour wait was pleasant security and the early morning mall walkers with the occasional hello. Sharing stories about releases past with fellow sneaker-fiends, it was quite an experience. More than anything though this was a chance to see love and pure devotion, weather it was a gift for a loved one or for themselves everyone of us around 55 total all stood patiently and waited for our little peice of history. Neadless to say NOT EVERYONE GOT A PAIR BUT the love runs deep, deeper than anyone who isn't a sneakerhead will ever know.

ONCE AGAIN BACK IT'S THE INCREDIBLE

The incredible Air Jordan IX that is. Set to release in summer of 2010 this colorway is sure to become an instant classic, but wait there's more! The "powders" are also releasing in 2010 as you may recall we got a teaser this summer in the form of an Air Force Jordan hybrid. IX's, VI's, AND II's next year is shaping up to be big so start saving now.

NIKE ZOOM KOBE V (5) ID

As we all know it's around this time every year that our favorite NBA superstars hit us with their latest kicks. Whether it's during all-star weekend or after the first of the year, the back half of the season is loaded with new shoes. One new shoe that should be on everyones radar will drop a little early in the form of a NikeID product. The date 12/25/2009 to be exact, you are even allowed to customize your shoe now and save your design for later. The cost will be $165 a little steep but for a one of a kind shoe not a very bad deal.

VIDEO RECORDER COMES TO IPHONE

Hot off the presses the Apple app store has just approved the first real video recorder for the Iphone. Ivideo Camera works with both first gen and 3G models it is said to record at a frame rate of 3 frames per second and only records about a minute of video. The app which will set you back a full .99 is not a bad start. Plus the folks over at Laan Labs have already promised an update is in the works and will be available soon. So hit up the App store download it and let the rest of us know what you think.

AIR MAX LEBRON VII CHRISTMAS EDITION

More shots of the Air Max LeBron VII Xmas quickstrike have surfaced. The shoe which has a black to red gradient that extends onto the visible air sole and is finished with a black outsole. The insole of the kicks features a black and white image of what looks like to be a young ‘Bron-Bron’ playing with a ball and basketball hoop he received for Christmas. The shoes are sold out already at Marqueesole, these are sure to become a holy grail. info via kicksonfire.com

KOBE AND LEBRON AIR FORCE 1'S (youth)

The Kobe pair features the Kobe sheath on the side and the number 24 on the tongue.

The Lebron pair features the LBJ 23 logo on the side and the King James lion head on the tongue.

Keeping with the theme of the whole Kobe and Lebron thing I found two very sharp Air Force 1's. Done up in each players team colors with a few personal touches these shoes are on point and just in time for the new Kobe & Lebron Nike campaign. As of now I think these are only out in kid's sizes but should be widely available.

TEAM KOBE OR TEAM LEBRON

With the release of the second Twilight movie and the craze about which side you choose Team Edward or Team Jacob. I started thinking about another movie, Underworld, and two of the games biggest stars Kobe and Lebron and how it's all relative. We start off with the epic battle vampire v.s. werewolf. The vampire which mainly relies on deception and cunning to seduce it's victims is played by Kobe. Many times the vampire uses the element of surprise to get close enough to its prey to kill. When facing tougher adversaries, like the werewolf, it uses a full arsenal of deadly weapons. In the case of Kobe this would be the lighting fast first step, the ankle breaking crossover, almost always followed by the quick release jumper that leaves many spellbound and defeated not to mention completely drained. The werewolf , represented by King James, in human form can be quite charming, almost seductive, and not too physically imposing but once transformed all that is out the window. Equipped with a deadly combination of speed and strength Lebron our King of the Lycans only needs to use one maybe two moves to destroy any opponent, the crossover dribble is usually his weapon of choice. But in true werewolf fashion he prefers to get his hands a little dirty and will go through anyone in his path. When he explodes towards the rim he rips defenders apart with devastating force. There isn't much in this world that can save you from his fury. The smart ones turn tail and run those that choose to stay end up as scattered victims of his merciless slaughter. So who's game do you pattern yours after, which player do you think is better, and what side will you choose? The battle continues for another season be sure to tune in and check these two out.

AIR JORDAN 16.5 COOL GREY

WOW!!! The Air Jordan 16.5 gets done up in the same grey/white colorway that made the Air Jordan XI such a must have almost 12 years ago. This shoe is almost as sweet as that pair of XI's seeing how the two share a few similarities. The patent leather toe box and the icy sole. At a retail price of $125 if I find a 14 these will definitely get copped!!!
*pics via nicekicks.com

REEBOK PUMP FURY (RESPECT PACK)

I am the type of person many in the sneaker game would refer to as a Nikehead, meaning I show a lot of brand loyalty to Nike and it's products. However the Reebok Pump Fury has been on my list of must haves for quite sometime now. Hopefully I'll be able to grab a pair of these in my size. This along with two other classic Reebok Pumps are set to release in February of 2010. Check out the pictures let me know what you think about the" Respect Pack" Pump Fury from Reebok.

iFROGZ LUXE/MYFROGZ APP (FREE)

iFrogz Luxe is a two-piece case that locks together horizontally with a dot-shaped rear clasp. What’s special about Luxe is the material, which is hard matte-finished plastic inside, and soft touch rubber-coated on the outside. Each case comes with a clear film screen protector. Apart from that screen protector, which bumps the aggregate protection rating up to above average, the iPhone 3G body protection afforded by the actual plastic Luxe case design is average. There are generous holes on the top, side, and bottom, and a fair-sized hole for the camera on the back. Some companies had figured out how to cover the iPhone 3G’s volume, Home, and Sleep/Wake buttons with rubber or flexible hard plastic, but Luxe doesn’t do that; on the flip side, the case is more accessory-compatible than most, and the slide-off bottom piece renders it usable with Apple’s official iPhone 3G Dock. IF THE LUXE SEEMS LIKE YOUR IDEAL CASE YOU CAN GO ONLINE TO IFROGZ.COM, TO YOUR NEAREST TARGET OR AT&T STORE. HOWEVER THERE IS ONE MORE OPTION. THE NEW MY FROGZ APP IN THE IPHONE APP STORE LETS YOU CUSTOMIZE AND HAVE YOUR CASE SHIPPED TO YOU. I HAVE TRIED THE APP AND THERE ARE LOTS OF COOL OPTIONS THOUGH NO TEXT OR DESIGNS ARE OFFERED AT THIS TIME. LOOKS LIKE A NICE CASE BE SURE TO CHECK THEM OUT. review by ilounge.com

NIKE AIR MAX GRIFFEY 1

We have seen the always timeless Griffey Max 1 return in many classic colorways this year. It has even been done up in a special BLACKOUT colorway but nothing can compare to this. the Grey/Teal colorway of the Griffey Max is said to release soon. As of now there is no release date but I'll keep you in the loop.

PRODUCT (RED) JOINS FORCES WITH NIKE

Yesterday, on the day before World AIDS Day, Bono and Nike CEO Mark Parker joined some of the world’s best soccer players to announce a partnership between Nike and (RED). The partnership invites people everywhere to “Lace Up. Save Lives” by purchasing a pair of NIKE (RED) laces at Niketown and online at Nike Store starting today. For each pair of $4 laces sold, Nike will contribute 100% of its profits to the Global Fund and to Nike’s youth-oriented football-based AIDS education programs in Africa. Join the fight and help the cause. This issue hits closer to home than some of us would like to admit. It is a global problem that has grown increasingly out of control in this part of the world but threatens us all. Show your support for a worthy cause. *info via nicekicks.com

NIKE HYPERMAX NFW

In my very first post I did a casual wear review on the Nike Hypermax NFW Tennis ball edition. These kicks were extremely limited and sold out at most spots instantly. Some stores even held special events and opened at midnight. With that being said I would assume many people missed out on these if you did then here is your chance at redemption. Log on to eBay and do a member search for Cameron6244 there you will find various sizes of each color don't miss out a second time. Check them out!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

Just wanting to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Leave your comments let me know what you're thankful for.

MUSIC SKINS FOR IPHONE AND 3G/3GS

Music Skins are just as the name implies skins for the back of you Iphone. While they don't do

much for protection they do add lots of grip and style to your Iphone or Iphone 3g/3gs. You can also download wallpapers to match the Skin you choose. I personally wouldn't recommend using this alone but to each his own the skin will fit under some clear cases for a little added protection.

You can own one for $15 at MUSICSKINS.COM.

INCASE SLIDER

Two Piece Slider Case for iPhone 3GS and iPhone 3G
$34.95 At Goincase.com
For the finest in sleek, durable protection, our Slider Case is made of hardshell plastic and features a minimal wall thickness of 1 mm. Interior rubber guardrails provide shock absorption in addition to impact and scratch protection. This is a perfect case for anyone looking to add a little color but minimal bulk to the Iphone 3g and 3gs. It features all access to ports and silent switch also a perfectly aligned camera hole make this a winner if you like this style case. Another reason to choose the Incase Slider over other slider cases is that there are literally 100's of color options the pictures above are only a few. Head over to the Incase site for the full catalog of colors and cases.

SNEAKER HOOK-UPS

With the upcoming release of the FLU GAME Jordan XII one may be wondering if JORDAN BRAND will offer any matching gear. The answer is yes there is a ton of gear already available and I'm sure more to come. Here is just a sample.

RELEASE REMINDER

If you will be out shopping this "BLACK FRIDAY" I'm sure someone on your list would love these. As a general release they shouldn't be too hard to find but this is an OG colorway and those usually don't last long. They retail for $150 and have tons of gear to match up with.

SPECK CANDYSHELL

Never before has the flexibility and protection of a soft rubberized case been combined with the durability and scratch protection of a sleek hard shell in a seamless single-piece design... until now. CandyShell's soft, colorful rubberized interior keeps your iPhone 3G or iPhone 3GS insulated from life's bumps and knocks, while the shiny outer hard shell protects it from scratches and lets you slip it in and out of pockets easily.

*Retails at $34.95

Fits iPhone 3G & iPhone 3GS
Lightweight, flexible one-piece design combines the insulation of a skin with the durability and sleekness of a hard shell
Glossy outer hard shell slips in and out of pockets easily and protects from scratches
Colorful, contrasting rubberized interior offers extra shock absorption from drops
*Includes cleaning cloth and removable screen protector film for extra scratch resistance
*Openings to all ports, controls and sensors
*Available in four deliciously sweet and savory color combinations
**Voted "Best of Show" at Macworld 2009 by iLounge.com and iProng.com!
**Patent-pending design seamlessly combines a hard shell exterior with a shock-absorbing interior AVAILABLE AT SPECK.COM OR AT YOUR LOCAL APPLE AND AT&T STORES.

Around Town

Here we have another installment of around town, this one features my three sons wearing a nice assortment of Nikes. First is the blue/gray/white colorway of the Nike Playground Free, a shoe from the Nike Free line designed especially for kids. Next is a classic "Bulls" colorway of the Nike Flight Condor. Last but not least is the Nike Air Assault in Teal/Black/Gray colorway with Classic Safari print. REMEMBER TO SEND SOME PICTURES. SHOW OFF YOUR COLLECTION WHAT YOU WORE TODAY OR JUST A COOL PAIR OF KICKS YOU'D LIKE TO SHARE WITH US. SEND PICTURES TO KICKSANDCASES@GMAIL.COM

AIR JORDAN XII BLACK/PURPLE

I was searching the web one day and came across these beauties. With little to no info available I did some more digging and found out that these are an actual release. No release date at this time but I know that they are only releasing in Big Kids sizes 3.5-7. If you can't wait for a release date head over to Marqueesole.com

PROPORTA ANTIMICROBIAL SILICONE CASE

Antimicrobial Silicone Case with SteriTouch (Apple iPhone 3GS)32038

It’s an alarming, but not entirely surprising fact that the filthiest things we encounter on a regular basis are computer keyboards and our mobile phones. In fact, the average mobile has 25,127 germs per square inch, whilst the average toilet seat has just 49. So to help protect against any possible nasties you could pick up from your iPhone 3GS, Proporta has developed the Antimicrobial Silicone Case with SteriTouch (Apple iPhone 3GS). Available in black with grey interior.
Key Features
-Antimicrobial coating guards against germs and bacteria.
-Super tough silicone skin protects phone against scratches.
-Available in black with grey interior.
-Lightweight skin adds almost no bulk to device

THIS IS A GOOD IDEA BUT IN MY OPINION EXECUTION FAILED. I understand the antimicrobial thing and all but what good does it do if the front of the phone is unprotected. I mean I would much rather protect my face than my hands from germs, why not make an integrated antimicrobial screen shield like OTTERBOX.

If this sounds like a case that would meet your needs check out PROPORTA.COM where it retails for $21.

D-TOWN GETS SOME HOH LOVE

As with every House of Hoops opening, there will be exclusive releases that you will not find at any other store.
With that said, check out this Nike Hyperize dubbed the “Dallas 972″. Obviously, ‘972′ is one of the area codes in Dallas. It is represented on this shoe by way of the tongue. It features a multi-colored upper that incorporates black, white, grey and blue in representation of the Dallas Cowboys/Dallas Mavericks.
The Nike Hyperize “Dallas 972″ will be available today November 21st, 2009 at the Dallas House of Hoops in Town East Mall. Info courtesy of NICEKICKS.COM

MY 2 CENTS

Just throwing some iPhone info at you .There is an app for the iPhone called COLORSPLASH that I highly recommend. It's a premium app and costs $1.99 but it is well worth it. This app gives you the ability to isolate color from a photo to make some amazing looking pictures. Also I have to recommend PHOTOSHOP MOBILE, this is a free application with tons of features for editing your pictures. So check these out and have fun taking pictures and adding your own cool effects to them this holiday season.

JORDAN CELLPHONE HOLSTER

For the die hard Jordan fan SIDELINEAPPAREL.COM now has the Jordan cellphone holster available for $20. Classic black colorway and Jordan II Wings Logo make this a very attractive case. As you can tell from the photos this case will easily accommodate the IPhone. It even looks like you could use it with a slim case like the Switcheasy Capsule Rebel or Otterbox Commuter.

SNEAKER HOOK-UPS

This Jordan Brand tee is the perfect hook-up for this weekends "Rising Sun" Jordan XII release. Or next weekends "Flu Game" Jordan XII. Both shoes and tee will be available at SIDELINEAPPAREL.COM.

Be sure to check them out to see if your size is in stock.