Custom Sneakers
Nike Air Force 1 High ‘Reduce, Reuse, Play Dirty’ Customs
When it comes to sneaker customizers i have a lot of favorites in the game. Really to many to even begin to announce. What i will say though is Jester, owner of 3R Customs, is defiantly on that list of favorite customizers. His innovative designs and quality to attention are always superb which is why Jester has been featured on Sneaker Obsession numerous times with kicks such as the The Hundreds Nike Dunks, the Red Bombed Nike Blazers, the Chroma Nike Dunk Lows, and the infamous Back to the Future 2 Nike Dunks. Thats just to name a few too!
One of his latest designs is the Reduce, Reuse, Play Dirty Air Force 1 High. The design is an ode to one of Jesters favorite streetwear brands, and one of mine as well, Undefeated. The upper outer panels feature the “strikeout” camo and is constructed from recycled vinyl tote bags that the company uses to pack purchased product from their retail stores. A green Nike Swoosh slightly accents the grey/white/black upper. The inner panels are finished in komodo dragon skin which Jester had laying around from a previous pair of custom sneakers. A grey suede sockliner provides ultimate comfort. Jester says, “Inspiration comes from everyone and everywhere and one man’s bag may be another man’s treasure.”
Click here to check out more photos of the Nike Air Force 1 High ‘Reduce, Reuse, Play Dirty’ Custom Sneakers by Jester.
Nike Air Force 1 Huarache ‘Hexachromes’ Customs
Our good friend Jon from JGoods presents us with some pictures us his latest creation done for a private buyer, the Air Force 1 Huarache ‘Hexachromes’. What may appear as a plain, simple pair of sneakers is actually a very detailed and time consuming piece. The front and mid half of the sneakers are left in their original state besides for a JGoods hit on the frontal. The heel section of the sneakers is where Jon really let the magic happen and the artistic abilities flow. The heel consists of a bright and colorful pixelated design which instantly attracts your attention. In total there are a total of 25 different colors, all of which Jon hand mixed. Oh yea, did we mention Jon also hand painted each pixel on the heel? No airbrushing here and taping off sections to paint numerous boxes at once. Each individually pixel (box) was painted with a brush, one by one. Check out those edges, smooth as hell!! Talk about a guy who defiantly puts in the work and dedication.
Click here to check out more detailed photos and if you haven’t peeped it yet check out our post about the JGoods Sneaker Restoration Kit.
Nike Air Max 90 ‘Pigeon’ Customs
Anybody and everybody who knows anything about sneakers is well aware of Jeff’s Pigeon sneakers with New Balance, Nike SB and Converse. You are probably even familiar with the Jeff Staple x Payless Collection consisting of a lineup of sneakers for both men and women. It seems as if whatever Jeff Staple touches the industry just accepts with open arms and no matter how much he gives us we can never have enough and always want more.
Deciding to take things upon himself and expand upon the Pigeon collection sneaker customizer Rose took a pair of Nike Air Max 90s and gave them a once over to include the classic Pigeon design originally used on the first Pigeon New Balance and the Nike SB Dunks. The AM90 was already grey to begin with, Roso just added the redish color the sneakers as well as included the Pigeon on the mudguard which happens to look flawless by the way. One mistake we spot is that the midsole has been painted which is sure to lead to trouble, but as Roso claims the sneakers were his first pair of custom sneakers and was not aware of issues you come across with painting a midsole. Otherwise these look super clean and something i myself would defiantly cop if they released.
Click here to check out another shot. Via: Jeff Staple
Nike Dunk Low ‘Rise of Cobra’ Customs For Sale Now
Yesterday we provided you with a solo shot of the Custom Nike Dunk Low ‘G.I. Joe Redux’ sneakers designed by INTRXN. We assured you that we would bring you more details and photos soon and here you have it. INTRXN has provided us with some detailed photos and info on how you can get your hands on these 1 of 1 custom Dunks.
As we previously reported the sneakers are a followup to a pair of Custom Dunk Highs with a G.I. Joe theme INTRXN did not all that long ago. The sneakers feature a yellow/black/white camo pattern on the frontal and lace panels with black on the mid-panels, toe-box and around the ankle. 3M is used on the back panel to add a little bit of an extra pop to the sneakers in the right light. Black python material finishes up the Nike Swoosh and a real metal Cobra Staff Sergeant insignia is included on the heel. Instead of your usual sneaker box the sneakers include a metal ammo box with screen-printed graphics.
The sneakers are up for sale now on eBay in a size 10. Please take note that the sneakers will only be available in a size 10 and that they will never be reproduced again in any other size. If your interested in them jump on it now and put in your bid. Plenty of more detailed photos can be found by clicking here.
Nike Dunk ‘G.I. Joe Redux’ Customs
A couple weeks ago we featured a pair of Custom G.I. Joe Nike Dunks designed by INTRXN which at the time were available for sale on eBay. Unfortunately, before anybody really even had a chance to think about buying them INTRXN sold them to a private buyer off of eBay. To make up for it, and give those who may have been interested another shot at getting a pair, INTRXN has designed the Nike Dunk Low ‘G.I. Joe Part Deux’.
INTRXN designed the lows a little bit different then the highs he previously did to ensure that both sneakers still maintain a 1 of 1 design. The sneakers feature a yellow/black/white camouflage pattern on the frontal and lace panels, black on the mid-panels, toe-box and around the ankle with grey 3M on the heel panel. Black python material is used for the Nike Swoosh and the Cobra staff sergeant insignia is included on the heel.
Right now all we have is this preview shot but further details and photos will be coming very soon so make sure you stay tuned for info.
Bespoke Sneaker Gallery x EA Games ‘Battlefield 1943′
Last week we gave you a preview of one of two custom sneakers which Bespoke Sneaker Gallery designed exclusively for Electronic Arts to celebrate the upcoming release of Battlefield 1943. Thanks to Tim at Bespoke we can now present to you with a closer look of both custom Air Force Ones.
Design inspiration for the one of the AF1s was based on the P-51 Mustang, the most recognized WWII warbird. The P-51 Mustang was a long-range single-seat WWII fighter aircraft. The warfighter’s popularity transcended warfare, in the mid-60s, it was also the inspiration of Ford Motor Company naming their now infamous sport coupe after the fighter. The second AF1 is inspired by actual game play of Battlefield 1943. Designed with every marine in mind, these sneakers are essential to survival and standard issue with every pack. The infantry, rifleman, and scout are all equipped for battle with BSG’s custom AF1.
The color blocking and detailing on the first AF1, the one inspired by a P-51 Mustang consists of an Army Green body, Grey cockpit/side paneling, Red and Yellow accents normally found around the nose of the plane & propellers and a rough US logo to represent a plane recently engaged in battle. The second pair is engineered for combat in the trenches. Whether in the brush, foxholes, or sandy beaches of the Pacific this AF1 is built like a tank. Army green body, Grey toe/heel cap, Camo Swoosh and a Gum Sole.
Taking things a little bit further then just designing a pair of sneakers Bespoke Sneaker Gallery included custom packaging which included a custom camo shoe box, canteen, camo bandanna and military duffel bag.
As we have mentioned before neither of these two sneakers will ever be produced again and both are 1 of 1s which has been given to top execs at EA Sports. More photos of both sneakers can be found by clicking here.
