How An Internet Forum Built A Culture
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How An Internet Forum Built A Culture

Niketalk was founded by Nelson Cabral of Montreal, Canada in December 1999 and has been instrumental in building the foundation of sneaker culture. It wouldn't be hyperbole to say the industry would look different it Niketalk didn't exist. Here's how Niketalk shaped the sneaker industry and how its relevance extended beyond sneakers.

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Why Taiwan Actually Makes Most of Your Shoes
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Why Taiwan Actually Makes Most of Your Shoes

When you think of sneakers, you probably instinctively assume a company in China or Vietnam is responsible for making them. But that's only partially correct. If you trace these manufacturing factories to their origins, the majority of shoes produced globally come from Taiwan. Here's the history of how Taiwanese companies became and remain the global hub of footwear production.

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The Adidas AE 3 Is Great With Minor Flaws. In Depth Performance Review and On Feet!
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The Adidas AE 3 Is Great With Minor Flaws. In Depth Performance Review and On Feet!

The Adidas AE 3 is the latest signature shoe from Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards. After one of most successful debuts, this may be his best signature shoe yet though it's not perfect. Check out my in depth review including colorway, materials, quality, design details, cushioning, traction, sizing and comfort. On feet and lace swap included!

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Here's How A Clueless YouTuber Would Save Nike From Its Downfall.
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Here's How A Clueless YouTuber Would Save Nike From Its Downfall.

It isn't a secret Nike's stock price has hit a decade low, culminating in the removal from the S&P 100 for the first time in 18 years. Stock price aside, the cultural relevance of Nike - especially among the youth - has also hit a low. With that said, what goes down must come up and here are my ideas (likely clueless) of how Nike can turn this ship around.

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Awake NY Air Jordan 6 'Pink' In Depth Review and On Feet! Lace Swap Included.
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Awake NY Air Jordan 6 'Pink' In Depth Review and On Feet! Lace Swap Included.

Awake NY follows up their Jordan 5 collaboration from 2025 with two colorways of the Jordan 6, one of which I got my hands on. The Awake NY Air Jordan 6 'Pink' released on August 23 for $230. Check out my in depth review including colorway, materials, quality, design details, cushioning, sizing and comfort. On feet and lace swap footage included!

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Nike Air Huarache 2k4 'Penny New York Knicks' In Depth Performance Review and On Feet!
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Nike Air Huarache 2k4 'Penny New York Knicks' In Depth Performance Review and On Feet!

The Nike Air Huarache 2k4 'Penny' was originally a PE for Penny Hardaway when he played for the New York Knicks from 2004 to 2006, but now it's finally available to the public on September 10 for $210. Check out m y in depth performance review including colorway, materials, quality, design details, cushioning, sizing and comfort. On feet footage included!

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Air Jordan 8 'Chrome' In Depth Review and On Feet!
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Air Jordan 8 'Chrome' In Depth Review and On Feet!

The Jordan 8 Chrome originally dropped in 2003 and made a return in 2015. After 11 years it's back again on August 29 for $215 and it still remains one of the best non-OG Jordan 8s ever. Check out my in depth review including colorway, materials, quality, design details, cushioning, sizing and comfort. On feet footage included!

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