Nike collaborated with Nintendo on a couple of Mario-emblazoned Chucks last summer, but those were targeted more at the people old enough to have remembered the OG 8-bit character covering their Nike Free Run 5.0 V4 uppers than the kids who make up the stereotypical video gaming demographic. That changes in more ways than one with this new set of Super Mario Bros. x Nike Chuck Taylor Free Runs for kids, a shrunk-down set for kids with the same pattern as last August’s drops, but with the addition of a side panel zipper as has appeared on several other special edition Free Runs of late. Check these out after the jump, let us know how they compare to the adult sans-zip version and whether you’ll grab a pair of these for your little sneakerheads. Photos: mita sneakers
Just about two weeks ago, Sneaker News shared with you a preview of two upcoming Nigo x Nike Addict Chuck Taylor Free Runs that added zippers to the lateral sides similarly to what we’ve seen from a few other Japanese guest designers. The Bathing Ape founder’s latest goes a different route, instead opting for the simplest (ultra premium) construction possible on two colorways so neutral you could wear them all spring. Soft green and grey canvas designs both share Vibram PORON soles, brushed silver eyelets and lush cotton uppers, and they’re available now at Nike Addict retailers in Japan. via HB
The sneaker collaboration was intended to be a special treat for a small audience – a ‘thank you’ of sorts to Nike Free 3.0 V2 the small but strong following. They are typically limited in availability and usually gone from store shelves within days, but Undefeated, one of the originators of the sneaker boutique collab, is about to change those Nike Free Run 3.0 V3 definitions and bring their latest partnership with Nike to one of the widest sneaker markets in the world today. Nike and Undefeated presents a collection of footwear, apparel, and accessories exclusive to Foot Locker, bringing the idea and concept of the OG sneaker boutique to the nationwide audience of the chain retailer; part of the set includes a Pro Leather, Star Player, and graphic t-shirts and caps – all available only at Foot Locker. You can find the Undefeated x Nike Collection now at Foot Locker locations worldwide.