PICKUP: Air Jordan Retro 9 - "Charcoal"

It's been a minute since I updated this blog any. Genuinely busy these days, but that's a good thing. Good because being busy for me generates more cash. More cash results in posts like this. I scooped the "Charcoal" Air Jordan Retro 9 last month. My favorite pair from the original Air Jordan IX line. This retro is a great looking shoe. I believe fans of the original will be pleased with what they see. I've heard that some people have found the midsole to be cheaply painted on previous Retro 9 releases, so I'll have to see how that works out after wearing. Paint chipping or not, panties will be dropped in the very near future.

PICKUP: Air Jordan Retro 6 - "Infrared Pack"

One of my rare recent Jordan pickups, the Air Jordan Infrared 6 Pack. The Black/Infrared 6 was the first Jordan I had when I was a kid, and it remains one of my all-time favorites. I'm pretty satisfied with this purchase, depsite the fact that they are NOT done in an infrared shade. What's even worse is that the treys and bag logos feature the actual infrared color. Otherwise, these are pretty dope. And those dropping panties don't know the difference.

PICKUP: adidas TS Commander Dwight Howard PE

Here we have a Dwight Howard player exclusive of the adidas TS Commander. Essentially looks like the general release version, but with some added personalization. Obviously the Superman logos on the back are the biggest difference. Perhaps not as noticeable is a biblical reference written beneath each logo. There's also an improvement in the materials used. Speaking of materials - ladies need to drop them panties when they see that I have these bad boys. Now I just need to figure out how to fit a size 18 shoe.

I used to use extra socks when I was a kid. To fit bigger shoes, not enhance my package.

PICKUP: Nike Trainer 1 "Vintage Nike Box"

Lately, I've found myself more into trainers that I've ever been. I hate the way I look in runners (wide, flat feet), and I'm not always in the mood to wear basketball shoes. Trainers offer the perfect solution. This particular pair was a must-scoop for me, because of the vintage Nike box theme. I'm rarely ever one for a loud sneaker design, but this was obtained for sentimental reasons more than anything. Plus, they get them panties dropping, so I'm not complaining.

I think I've recaptured my old level of passion for sneakers ever since I started writing for SC.

-BRich

PICKUP: Adidas Commander LT Dwight Howard Black Colorway

I already posted the grey pair back in October - now I bring to you the black pair. Which is said to be a Footlocker exclusive, but I can't confirm that. Nevertheless, these make me happy. And is my favorite pair of black patent/blue accented shoes to release recently. You Space Jam freaks know what I'm talking about.

I can't really hate on Space Jams. Maybe I'll scoop a pair of those one day - I'm just beyond fighting crowds/sleep for shoes these days.

Dwight's playing like bullshit this year too. I hope its not "the shoes."

PICKUP: Dwight Howard Adidas TS Bounce Commander 3

The third installment of the Adidas Bounce Commander series is an impressive one. Not very much changed from the last model, but the little tweaks (ie. strap, materials, sock liner) definitely make it appealing. I will make panties hit pavement when I put them on. Because I have sex on pavement often.

Adidas TS Supernatural Commander

Everybody knows how I feel about the Three Stripes. Underrated. And I may be a little biased - but fuck it. The leaked photos of the upcoming Adidas Supernatural Commander validate anything I've been saying about the Stripes. They're putting out some of the best ball shoes in the game. The technology is coming together. The designs are coming together. They're doing more with colors. This shoe is poised to be among the best they've ever done. At least from a looks perspective. They're fucking beautiful. And they make me want to engage in a little sexual intercourse. With a female, not shoes. Because that would be weird.

More pictures HERE, HERE, and HERE.

PICKUP: Air Jordan I Retro White/Sea Green

I have to say, I've been in a slump with Air Jordans as of late. And its their fault, because they're producing a bunch of bullshit these days. But, as the great philosopher Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter put it, "Even a garbage can gets a steak." The recent retro release of the Jordan I metallic models are a beacon of light in the shitty, dark tunnel known as modern day Jordan Brand. These are very well executed. The pebbled leather, the shiny metallic trim, and the return of the fuckin Jordan hangtag (!!!!!) really highlight this release for me. I wish they were cut a little higher like the OG model, but I'll live with it. Haven't really gotten the chance to put them on my feetsies yet, but a time will come when I make some panties drop with these puppies. And when they drop, THEY DROP.

Air Jordan II 3M

The Jordan Brand never ceases to amaze. And I don't mean that in no good way. Who thought it'd be a good idea to release an all white Jordan II...give it some 3M accents...and call it a release? These are terrible and tacky. Ugly and unnecessary. Asinine and atrocious. Remember the days when wearing Jordans was cool? Don't worry, it's been so long I'm starting to forget as well.

PICKUP: Dwight Howard Adidas TS Commander LT

Just got these bad boys in. I've been looking forward to their release for months. The Adidas TS Commander LT. These are so sick. The way the blue pops off of the gray. I was so glad they didn't do a predictable white/blue colorway for Dwight this year. They're very comfortable on the foot - and have this soft sock lining that makes me want to ejaculate when I touch it. Yes, ejaculate. Needless to say, I'm pleased with my purchase. Can't wait to step outside (figures its raining...) and pull some broads with my footwear. Not that I need it - but it doesn't hurt.

You can see more pictures here.

Air Jordan 2010

So over the past week or so, photos finally leaked of the Air Jordan 2010. I have to say...I don't get it. Usually, I don't like to rush judgment. Every year when the pictures for the new Jordan model leaks, people bitch and complain about how ugly they are. Only to rush out and purchase them on release date. This time...I'm not sure the negative reactions aren't justified. They just don't look like an inspired Jordan shoe. Literally looks like they threw elements of a bunch of old ass ideas they've had, stitched em up, and called it an Air Jordan. Needless to say, I'm not thrilled with how these turned out. Something just seems very...off...about them. I did read that these are just sample models - and some elements of the shoe can change before release. But If I've learned anything in the shoe game - the release doesn't drastically change from the early sample too often. This is it. No MJ.

Photos via: Hoop China & OSneaker