Calvin's Kicks
 
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The shoe game is unique. So unique in fact, that eliminating something that virtually everyone can do sparks our imagination. The future seen in Back to the Future inspired these fantastic show of human ingenuity. Yes, the power laces is slowly becoming a reality. And it seems that funding is the only thing holding it back. Check out Blake Bevin's appearance on Good Morning America.

In other past-future shoe news, the original Marty McFly shoes, worn in the movie are for sale right here! But if current McFly's are what you're looking for, stick with these.
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Brandon Jennings has had a relationship with Under Armour for the past two years, dating back to when he was skipping school for playing time in Rome. Being the only basketball player to wear UA's latest kicks, I was a bit jealous.  Everyone has the Nike's but only Mr. Double Nickel had Under Armour. But now the wait is over, starting this fall, Under Armour will have 4 models of basketball kicks available to the public. This includes his signature shoe for the 2010-11 season the Micro G Black Ice:
"Inspired by both his off-court all black style and his on-court speed game, the Micro G Black Ice covers his needs for fit, maximum traction, cushioning and support. Featuring a forefoot strap at his request for added lockdown, an asymmetrical collar for protection and added range of motion, and of course, the conveniently high fashion-esque colors of the Milwaukee Bucks, you can look for the Black Ice to be available during the second week of October." via SoleCollector

The Black Ice will set you back about $110, while the 3 others will range from $90-100.
 
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     Excellent post over at Sole Collector about incoming rookie, John Wall and a alleged deal with Reebok. The vector has been somewhat invisible in the shoe market recently. Allen Iverson, for a long time, was the face of the company, and they produced solid basketball shoes with the Questions. With Wall, they have a chance to pick up, arguably the only magnetic player in this years draft. Unlike years such as 2003, where LeBron, Melo, and Wade were able to sign with Nike, Jordan, and Converse, John Wall seems to be the only player this year with the ability to sell kicks right out of the gate.

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I like basketball shoes, I may not know a whole lot about them, but I know what I like. No matter your thoughts on them, take a look at Complex Magazine's list of 50 Greatest Basketball Shoes of All Time, if anything for some of the crazy designs.