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Although his Diplomat days are pretty yeezy mafia much in the books (save for a few reunion shows here and there), rapper Juelz Santana s outfits still echo a bit of that patriotic flair that was tied up in the Dipset aesthetic from the get go. Here we see him double dipping, going with the Jeremy Scott x adidas Originals JS Wings 2.0 USA on the feet and a matching trefoil logo shirt with the same stars and stripes motif. Is Santana taking notes from Harlem s next wave the A$AP Mob with their J Scott obsession? Let us know what you think in the comments below and also take note of Meek Mill keeping things simple with a pair of Timbs and Wale doing quite the opposite with his space age Masion Martin Margiela s. Photos: NT

Sneaker customizer JBF is known for his specialty the Nike Blazer (and to a lesser extent, the Dunk Low), but his latest output proves it s not just the Swoosh s classic basketball models with which he can work that unique brand of magic. Quite to the contrary, as we see his latest emanate from two other brands with headquarters in Oregon, one of whom happens to be Nike s biggest competitor. The adidas Pro Model High Pe adidas climacool ndleton applies a vibrant woolen print from one of America s heritage brands to the Blazer-like Pro Model silhouette for one of the most pleasing if understated customs we ve seen in recent memory. Longtime Sneaker News readers might remember The Shoe Surgeon s Pendleton Skytop III, and if so, you can t help but notice the connection between models either originally created as or inspired by old school basketball sne adidas copa mundial akers, seem like the best canvases for Pendleton s wool products (remember their ACG Blazer and Valenki from late 2008?). Check these out in greater detail below and let us k

Their ZX 700 Boat was among the first deck shoe hybrid sneakers to gain notoriety a few years back and in 2012, adidas has put some serious energy behind boat (-inspired) designs. From the launch of the skate division s Janoski-leaning Jonbee to Originals Seeley and the new performance-oriented CC Boat Lace, Three Stripes has something for everyone who s after that Lonely Island look. And now, the adidas Originals Court Deck Vulc Mid takes this surge that much higher, its Docksider-meets-Nizza silhouette coming off fairly unique, especially given how many kicks we ve seen try this look over the past few years. Check them out in greater detail below, let us know adidas star wars how they compare to your favorite boat and stick with Sneaker News for word on US availability. via SM

You might not know this, what with all their attention paid to the youngest-ever NBA MVP, a stunning MTV video starlet and the most flamboyant guest designer doing it today, but adidas has a sincere interest in the sport of table tennis. Three Stripes to this day makes among the world s very best ping-po ng sneakers and paddles (or blades , as they re more commonly called by those in the know), and this latest drop from the Originals division is a subtle reminder they ve been at this for decades. The adidas Originals Tischtennis Olympic Pack features Union Jack pennants on the lateral heels, but the more intriguing embroidery might be the brown Stripes that divide the white pair s side panels. There s also a navy pair with leather branding depicted below, so click through to see both and let us know which of these you ll be more likely to cop when they hit select retailers this June. via FNG

Even with the Chicago Bulls playoff chances looking increasingly slim, the show must go on. And while they may have already missed the train on grabbing a chip for this year that doesn t make the immortal Chicago-styled colorways any less potent. Case in point is this pair of the adidas adiZero Crazy Light 2, which switches things up from the slightly louder Electric pair shown off at the media launch for a more balanced look. Stay with us after the jump for the shots of this adidas adiZero Crazy Light 2, which will drop exclusively at Foot Locker locations on May 24th, as well as an interview featuring Gus Johnson chopping it up with adidas designer Robbie Fuller.youtube/watch?v=3gf8KYhBFec

Its predecessor a beneficiary of both more retros and a James Bond x David Beckham hybrid, the adidas Originals Marathon 88 has been nearly forgotten as ZX classics hand adidas zx flux le the Three Stripes vintage running load. But new colorways are on tap for the immediate future, which means this sleek, low profile design that might be the closest competitor adidas has to New Balance s brand of timeless old school design, will soon be exposed to the public in a wider range of colors befitting its veteran status. You ll be able to see red, green and blue as well as two grey/white/black pairs after the jump below; tell us which one looks best and be on the lookout for th ese at select adidas retailers. via FNG

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