04-01-2012
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Alvaro Ilizarbe Talks Nike LeBron 9 “Freegums” (Video & Pics) »
Last week, Nike released their special LeBron 9 “Freegums” colorway. The shoe was designed in collaboration with Alvaro Ilizarbe – a local Miami artist. Fortunately they didn’t sell out and you can still get them at eastbay.com and nikestore.com. Continue reading for an additional look and also a video breakdown of Freegums himself discussing the […]
30-12-2011
Release Reminder: Nike LeBron 9 “Freegums” Drops Tomorrow »
Happy Birthday LeBron James! To commemorate his birthday, which is today, Nike is releasing the LeBron 9 Freegums on December 31st, 2011. The graphic art imagery, seen on the inner lining and toe box, was designed by Miami artist Alvaro Ilizarbe, also known as Freegums. Nike released 50 pairs in special boxes earlier this month […]
28-12-2011
LeBron James Debuts Christmas and Freegums in First Two Games »
In first two games of the 2011-12 NBA Season, the Miami Heat got impressive wins against the current champs – the Dallas Mavericks – and their Eastern Conference rival – the Boston Celtics. LeBron James returned with an improved post game. It was nice to watch LBJ displaying his new arsenal of moves. He was […]
20-12-2011
Upcoming Nike LeBron 9 “Freegums” Arriving at Retailers »
LeBron James continues to show love to the Miami community via this special make up of the Nike LeBron 9. This time it’s a collaboration with local artist Alvaro “Freegums” Ilizarbe. Using a simple black and white palette, Freegums’ signature print style can be seen on the inner lining of the shoe and on on […]
04-12-2011
Nike x LeBron James x Freegums: LEBRON 9 Event Recap »
This weekend, Miami’s Shoe Gallery hosted a special meet-and-greet event with local artist Freegums, who was recently given an opportunity to apply his signature artistic style to the Nike LeBron 9. Freegums (Alvaro Ilizarbe) incorporated several prominent Miami staples into the pattern, as well as several notable LeBron cues. The pattern appears along the inner […]
30-11-2011
Nike LeBron 9 “Freegums” Official Release Date – Dec 31st »
There are at least three different Nike LeBron 9 shoes coming out in December. In two days, on December 2nd, 2011 the Cannon colorway will make its official premiere in Europe and in the U.S. Traditionally, Christmas Day marks the launch of LeBron James’ special Xmas shoes. Finally, on December 31st, 2011 the Freegums version […]
27-10-2011
Detailed Look at Nike LeBron 9 X Freegums »
What was previously believed to be inspired by a popular movie about a crime lord from South Beach is actually a collaboration between Nike and Miami-based artist known as “Freegums“. This special Black & White colorway of the Nike LeBron 9 is highlighted with subtle red details and a graphic lining, which is where the […]
18-10-2011
First Look: Nike LeBron 9 “Black & White” aka Scarface Freegums »
I was reluctant to call the Home 9’s like everyone else and seems like something better has come along, which is much more deserving of the Scarface nickname. Still, we will update you on the real inspiration once available, as always. A new batch of photos, actually it’s already two, presenting a new colorway of […]
