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In observance of the 2008 BET Hip Hop Awards, Nike has joined forces with BET to create an exclusive colorway of the Nike Air Force 1.

This style features the Hip Hop Awards ‘08 logo on the heel and a BET “dubre” on the laces. It also has ‘08‘ in red numerals on the tongue. The colorway is made up of a grey crushed patent leather with accents of varsity blue, red and white.

250 pair were manufactured; however, they were only released to select people at the award show.

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In a project originally conceived approximately 5 years ago, the Nike Doernbecher Freestyle Program was a philanthropic initiate to help raise money for the Doernbecher Children’s Hospital. Its premise was to give free reign and creative control over chosen Nike models through a select few inspirational children. Unlike previous years, Nike hoped to create an even bigger splash and raise more funds by opening up the selection of shoes to include some of its most popular releases as well as adding a 6th model. The shoes include popular lifestyle models such as the Air Jordan I, Air Force 1, Free Mary Jane Slip-On as well a more technically-driven style in the Zoom Vomero+ 3. A 6th shoe also includes a commemorative anniversary Air Max 90. In a special charity event a few days ago, a handful of shoes each individually signed by Tiger Woods were auctioned off with all proceeds donated to the Doernbecher Children’s Hospital. The shoes will be available at Niketown locations as well as Nike.com.

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Here is a Nike SB’s update for September. While many releases may have been seen in varying bits and pieces, at least here’s the official word from the horse’s mouth. Leading the way this month is the highly detailed Nike Dunk Hi “Duct Tape” which features a cracked leather upper, duct tape printed canvas paneling and a thick-ass nylon tongue. Other memorable releases are the Nike Dunk Low “Pigeon” inspired P-rod II and a Nike Zoom Tre A.D in “blue/orange”. Check your local Nike SB dealer for availability as these should be hitting retailers soon if not already.

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Nike Sportswear has launched a new portion of their website to showcase some of the upcoming marquee products that were explicitly created with the theme and spirit of the Olympics in mind. Check out the site to get the background and inspirations behind products such as the Windrunner and specific designs such as the Nike Dunk and Nike Air Force 1. Beyond the product showcases are interactive features as well such as a store finder, kicks creator and news updates. Look for more updates as they become available at the Nike Sportswear site.

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