Nike LeBron 9 “China” On-foot Pics w/Orange & Blue Laces »

Oct 7, 2011 at 2:53 pm | lebron-ixshoes

Jason Petrie said during the interview that each LeBron James shoe is performance oriented and that aesthetics come second. Of course, with the number of fans rocking them off the court, they always make sure that they’re good for basketball and stylish at the same time. However, style is always subjective. Many have been wondering […]

Jason Petrie Live Chat Recap: Prototypes, Kentucky 9’s and More »

Oct 7, 2011 at 2:03 am | lebron-ixshoes

For those of you who didn’t get a chance to participate in the Live Chat with Jason Petrie, which was great(!), here’s a quick summary. There’s no South Beach colorway coming out for the 9. The Chinas haven’t been confirmed for a release in the States. They might, but even if they do they’re gonna […]

Nike LeBron 9 “Pre-Heat” Early Miami Release Info »

Oct 6, 2011 at 1:48 pm | lebron-ixshoes

The official name for the Cannon colorway of the Nike LeBron 9 is finally kicking in. Last week when we posted detailed photos, for the very first time, we mentioned about the “Pre-Heat” name for the Cannon/Volt-Slate Blue-Team Orange style. We also mentioned that the NDC release slated for November won’t be the first chance […]

Nike LeBron 9 iD: Six More Example Colorways »

Oct 6, 2011 at 1:25 am | lebron-ixshoes

We already showed you couple previews of the Nike LeBron 9 that will be available on Nike iD later this month. Here are some more examples. Until we get a change to design our own colorways, we have to accept Nike’s vision for the LEBRON 9. Unfortunately, these new IDs are a little bit underwhelming […]

LEBRON 9: Shoe Science “Position” Video. Ohio State 9’s Unveiled. »

Oct 5, 2011 at 1:13 am | lebron-ixshoes

Nike Basketball has just posted a new video title LEBRON 9: Shoe Science “Position”. Jason Petrie (designer), Charles Williams (PLM), and LeBron James explain how Hyperfuse is working with Flywire, speed is mixing with strength in the Nike LeBron 9. Just by coincidence they’re using a new and unseen colorway in the video. It’s the […]

Actual Photo Presenting LeBron 9 “Triple Black”. No White Swoosh. »

Oct 4, 2011 at 2:30 pm | lebron-ixshoes

Last week we mentioned about a catalog photo presenting the Nike LeBron 9 in the Triple Black colorway and how great it was to get a black LeBron shoe with a white swoosh installed… just like The King wears it. Turns out the actual shoe is pure black with anthracite details meaning no white swoosh […]

Nike LeBron 9 “China” in Regular Packaging available on eBay »

Oct 1, 2011 at 3:16 pm | lebron-ixshoes

Today is the official premiere of the Nike LeBron 9 “China”, which is the first colorway of LeBron James’ ninth signature shoe. All pairs with the special box are already gone, so now it’s time to take a better look at the regular edition. The GR China 9’s come in a white LBJ drawer box […]

Everything Inside a Nike LeBron 9 “China” 1 of 1 Box »

Oct 1, 2011 at 1:59 am | lebron-ixshoes

You’ve likely seen a lot of the Nike LeBron 9 “China” edition by now, but not this specific box. Because it’s a 1 of 1, custom plated and gifted for one China’s leading basketball and sneaker websites, HoopChina. The new LeBron 9 photos also show off a custom “blue fire” carry bag for Asia customers […]