Our Sneakers category is the widest part of the NikeShoeBot blog: guides, histories, sizing help and stories from across the sneaker world. Beginners can start with the basics, like sneaker anatomy and how to get shoes on the SNKRS app. There are also deeper reads on reselling, on rare pairs with a story behind them and on newer trends, such as the rise of signature shoes in the WNBA. Whether you’re buying your first pair or have collected for years, this is the place to browse.
When we think of the Black Mamba Kobe Bryant, we immediately think of his Nike endorsement. And that definitely has its merits since the Nike Kobe line was one of the best performance kicks. But before Kobe inked a deal with Nike, there was Adidas. And despite being a very short deal, they managed to…
It’s already been 50 years of Swoosh. The sportswear giant started out as a humble dream of a coach and his student! And obviously, that dream grew bigger, and it’s still growing today. So, to celebrate the Nike 50th anniversary, Sotheby’s is hosting a huge auction. Although we’re no strangers to expensive auctions, this one…
If you have basic basketball knowledge, then Michael Jordan is probably a name you know. And if you have basic sneaker knowledge, then Air Jordan is definitely a name you know! So today, we’re gonna mix these two industries together (as we should), and have an important discussion. What Air Jordan championship shoes did Michael…
When we said we like vintage kicks, we really didn’t mean that literally. And when everyone was trying to get their hands on the Lost and Found 1s, a lot could’ve gone wrong. From order declines to not getting into the raffle and more, the obstacles are there. But imagine this: you overcame all these…
Today, our sneakers climbed their way up Mt. Everest and came back, all in style. Seeing their first light in the 80s, the New Balance Rainier is a pretty cool outdoor shoe. And now, Aimé Leon Dore is bringing the silhouette back while leaving its own touch there. So let’s take a look at the…
With Adidas Yeezy becoming a thing of the past, all eyes are on Nike. However, Adidas has some classic gems that we all either had, have, or wanna have in our collection. But before you go out and start buying the kicks, you’ll wanna know how each silhouette fits. That’s why we prepared this comprehensive…
The sneaker industry is always looking for the next big thing, and we get it. We always wanna find the newest hype kicks and cop, which is how the market generally works. However, once in a blue moon, you get that classic pair that just breaks all the rules. And the pair in question this…
So, international DJ and hit album after hit album maker aren’t titles enough for DJ Khaled. In fact, the avid “sneakerhead from birth” will add an interesting title to his resume! He decided to become an Airbnb host to celebrate the launch of the We The Best Jordan 5! Pretty peculiar choice, but well, who are…
Today, we’re going back to the basics! And if you’re serious about your love for sneakers, then you’ll wanna stick around. You can’t really be a sneaker fan and not know basic sneaker terminology. So naturally, we got your back, and we’re gonna give you the ultimate list! From basic sneaker slang to words that…
Sometimes, digging in the archives doesn’t sound like a bad idea, especially when OGs are involved. And let’s face it, we’re all suckers for sneakers with a story, right? Now the Air Jordan legacy on its own is impressive, but today we’re interested in one specific pair. Jordan 7 Cardinal is definitely worth adding to…