Marcus Chen
Staff Writer
Marcus covers sneaker deals and release dates with a focus on Nike, Jordan, and New Balance. With years of experience tracking price drops across major retailers, he helps readers find the best value on footwear and apparel.
Articles by Marcus Chen
Nike Caitlin 1 "Chiefs" Releases Holiday 2026
Nike is bringing a Chiefs-themed iteration of the Caitlin 1 to market during the 2026 holiday season. The colorway marks another chapter in Clark's signature line with the Swoosh.
September 20, 2026
Nike Caitlin 1 Surfaces in Chiefs-Inspired Colorway
Caitlin Clark has unveiled a new Nike Caitlin 1 colorway rooted in her longtime fandom of the Kansas City Chiefs. The signature sneaker translates the team's red and gold palette across the upper and midsole, marking another personal design choice in the model's release strategy.
September 20, 2026
adidas Samba Arrives in Metallic Animal Print
The adidas Samba has been reimagined with a dual design concept that merges metallic accents and animal print fur, arriving in two distinct colorway executions. Both versions release July 1 in women's sizing at $130 retail.
September 20, 2026
Kiko Kostadinov x ASICS LYASA FF II Releases September 19
Kiko Kostadinov and ASICS are concluding their four-part tabi footwear collaboration with the LYASA FF II, a hybrid silhouette that merges dress-shoe refinement with technical trail construction. The design, unveiled during Kostadinov's Fall/Winter 2026 womenswear show, arrives in two colorways on September 19.
September 19, 2026
SoleFly x Air Jordan 4 Confirmed in Development
SoleFly, the Miami-based sneaker institution, is working on an Air Jordan 4 collaboration, according to comments from co-founder Daniel Hidalgo. No imagery, colorway details, or release window have been announced, though the timing aligns with the University of Miami's anticipated return to Nike in 2027.
September 19, 2026
PSNY x Nike Air Max Goadome Releases November 2026
Public School New York and Nike are reuniting after nearly a decade with a collaborative reimagining of the Air Max Goadome. The boot, which debuted during PSNY's New York Fashion Week presentation last year, is now entering its official retail phase with a stripped-down Triple Black execution and reimagined hardware details.
September 19, 2026
New Balance 2010 Arrives in Black/Pink Eraser
New Balance has repositioned the 2010 silhouette at a more accessible $145 price point—down from its original $160 launch—and continues its recent exploration of patent leather finishes with the Black/Pink Eraser colorway. The design pairs a dominant black base with glossy patent leather accents and soft pink detailing on the tongue, spine, and logo background.
September 19, 2026
New Balance 990v4 Made in USA Releases September 2026
New Balance is refining its Made in USA 990v4 with a material pivot for fall. The Navy/Meteorite colorway replaces the model's signature soft suede with a more durable leather and nubuck construction, arriving September 24, 2026 at $195 USD.
September 19, 2026
Nike Vomero Premium x Sha'Carri Richardson Atelier Unveiled
Nike Atelier has revealed its latest haute-couture footwear statement: a bespoke collection built around track superstar Sha'Carri Richardson and a radically reimagined Vomero Premium. Extending beyond the shoe into a complete athlete-centric look, the collection merges luxury craftsmanship with performance engineering for the Athlos A26 event in London.
September 19, 2026
Reebok Angel Reese 1 Surfaces in Reese's Pieces Colorway
Reebok has unveiled a Reese's Pieces–inspired iteration of the Angel Reese 1, translating the iconic candy's chocolate-and-peanut butter palette onto the athlete's signature model. The crossover merges basketball footwear with confectionery branding in a release that bridges Angel Reese's on-court presence with accessible pop culture.
September 18, 2026
Mbappé Exits Nike for On in Landmark Football Deal
Kylian Mbappé has ended a 26-year relationship with Nike to sign with Swiss performance brand On. The move represents On's most significant athlete signing in football to date and positions the star as creative partner in developing the brand's inaugural football boot collection, slated for 2027.
September 18, 2026
Nike Air Max 95 I-95 Drops Holiday 2026 in Workwear Codes
Nike is bringing back the Air Max 95 I-95, the workboot-coded execution that debuted in the brand's spring City Pack, now in two rugged holiday colorways. The Medium Olive and Wheat pairs arrive with metal hardware and automotive-inspired detailing at $200 each.
September 18, 2026
Reebok x StreetX Sidewinder Collab Drops in Australia
Australian streetwear collective StreetX has partnered with Reebok to reimagine the Sidewinder silhouette, pairing the retro runner with a curated apparel collection. The collaboration marks another chapter in Reebok's ongoing dialogue with regional creative communities.
September 18, 2026
Nike Air Diamond Turf 2 Surfaces in Patent Black
Deion Sanders' Nike Air Diamond Turf 2 is returning this fall in a predominantly black execution, employing glossy patent leather across the upper with strategic hits of Gym Red and Metallic Gold. The release marks another chapter in the continued retro resurgence of the cross-training icon.
September 18, 2026
Pharrell x adidas Jellyfish Black Restocking October
The black colorway of Pharrell Williams' adidas Jellyfish is set to make a return in October, marking a second chance for those who missed its February debut. The silhouette's appearance on retailer Snipes' release calendar suggests a broader distribution strategy than its initial limited drop.
September 18, 2026
adidas Samba Cow Print Releases October 2026
Animal print has become a defining aesthetic for the adidas Samba in recent years, and the silhouette continues that trajectory with a women's cow print edition arriving in October 2026. The latest iteration trades the pastiche of cheetah and reptilian patterns for a bold monochromatic bovine treatment, executed in pony hair with subtle color blocking.
September 18, 2026
Nike Kobe 3 x FC Barcelona Training Collection Unveiled
Nike has connected the Kobe 3 with FC Barcelona's aesthetic for a 2026/27 training-focused collection. The partnership merges the silhouette's proven court performance with Blaugrana visual identity, positioning the line as both performance footwear and cultural statement.
September 17, 2026
Nike Alphafly 4 Unveiled as Performance Marathon Platform
Nike has introduced the Alphafly 4, the latest iteration of its flagship marathon racing platform. The shoe represents the brand's continued push to democratize elite endurance performance, positioning itself as a tool designed not just for elite athletes but for serious marathon competitors across ability levels.
September 17, 2026
Nike Air Zoom Huarache 2K4 Surfaces in UCLA Colorway
Nike is extending the Huarache 2K4's recent resurgence with an upcoming UCLA-inspired colorway set for Fall/Winter 2026. The silhouette trades its typical throwback player exclusives for a collegiate aesthetic, rendered in the university's signature blue-and-gold palette.
September 17, 2026
New Balance 990v7 Release Countdown Officially Underway
New Balance has formally initiated the countdown to the arrival of the 990v7, signaling that the next chapter of its most storied silhouette is imminent. The announcement marks the brand's commitment to the ongoing evolution of a model that has defined its identity for nearly four decades.
September 17, 2026