Infrared.

One of my favorite sneakers of all-time is set to be re-released this year. The Air Max 90 Infrareds are a definite can't miss must haves. Even if you don't like sneakers, you must admit these are pretty sick. I still have a pair on ice from the 2003 quickstrike release and I have no intentions of breaking them in. Especially since I have a chance to get a second pair to beat the heck out of. For more info on the Nike Air Max 90 Infrared release this year, check out Sneaker News.

Zoom.

The Zoom Kobe V's have instantly become the best basketball shoe in the market right now, but I feel they have been lacking a legitimate colorway(that isn't limited edition). I've been wanting a pair for a while, but I can't find a colorway I like. But while lurking, I found a pair in the best colorway I've seen yet. The dominant blue looks so clean with the black sole. I also like the simplicity of the shoe, nothing real flashy. Unfortunately I have to wait till July for this colorway, but maybe for now I can settle with the Draft Day colorway or try to get my hands on the All-Stars.

Nike GS Polo: Bleed Your Colors

So how does a giant powerhouse company like Nike market a basic polo? Try having international superstars Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid), Patrice Evra (Man U), Ricky Rubio (FC Barca), and Joe Cole (Chelsea) endorse the polo in a video lookbook. Check out NSW's “Bleed Your Colors” video.

64 Days.

Man Utd was knocked out of the Champions League today and their chances of a fourth League Cup doesn't look very promising. So now I begin to look forward to the World Cup. 64 days and counting. For some added motivation, here is my favorite football ad of all time.

Air

Nike recently put out this funny video about the air in their shoes. I'm guessing it's for April Fools Day, and it's just another way for Nike to brag about how great all their athletes are. Pretty cool that they included most sports, even skateboarding considering it's not one of their main sports. Watch it, and possibly get a laugh. And if you think it's dumb, at least you got to see Maria Sharapova's beautifulness.

What's in your gym bag?

Spring is officially here and I was motivated to do some cleaning. I use my gym bag daily and I thought it was time to get rid of unnecessary items, disinfect, and freshen up for the season. After getting rid of some junk and clutter, here are the bare essentials left in my gym bag.

Budweiser x Supreme Duffel Bag - A perfectly sized canvas gym bag. Enriqz hooked this up for my birthday and I couldn't be happier.  A Budweiser x Supreme duffel bag definitely turns some heads at the gym.

Nike Free 5.0 - Lightweight, comfortable, and the feel is as close as you can get to running barefoot.  For $85, it's a great deal.

iPod Shuffle - I'm useless at the gym without my music.  My favorite has to be the 2nd generation iPod shuffle.  The built-in clip is what makes this my #1 choice.

Garmin Forerunner 305 - a wireless heartrate monitor and GPS that tracks distance and pace indoors and outdoors. Enough said.

Waist pack - I always have a waist pack to keep my wallet, keys, watch, and wedding ring together.  I hate having to dig through my gym bag like a purse.

Gloves and jumper's knee strap - I hate calluses and I have jumper's knee.  It's an absolute must to have these in the bag.

Equinox membership card - If you enjoy working out, you have to try Equinox at least once in your life. Equinox is the best and the cleanest gym in the US. Hands down.

Second look: Nike Manny Pacquiao Trainer 1

Here is a second look of the Nike Manny Pacquiao Trainer 1 re-released before last weekend's schooling of Joshua Clottey.  The red, white, yellow, and blue commemorates the Philippine national flag. These shoes are not shy of showing some national pride. I'm all about packaging these days and the special edition box that the Pacquiao Trainer comes with is bananas.  Check out the details of the box. Picture provided by Alan Jay from NY. Sold out at Nike on-line stores but you might find a pair with some digging through local retailers.

Second look: Nike Kobe Zoom V - Bruce Lee

My affinity for sneakers is very few and far between these days. But when I saw the Nike Kobe Zoom V - Bruce Lee editions on my brother-in-law's feet, I had to take a second look. The yellow represents the jumpsuit Bruce Lee wore in "The Game of Death" and the four red scratch marks are from "Enter the Dragon". The idea behind this colorway is pure genius. Here is a detailed pic of the shoes w/ the red laces (courtesy of @bimbot).  Your only chance on getting this limited edition Nike Kobe Zoom V's today are with the resellers via ebay or ISS.  But if you still want a dose of the Nike Kobe Zoom V's, click here for some general releases.

Nike x Undefeated Pacquiao Shirt

I normally don't go crazy about tees in general.  Especially graphic tees.  But I'll make an exception for this Nike x Undefeated Pacquiao Shirt.  The image is so simple but yet speaks so much volume. Shirt is one of three collaboration Nike shirts released at Undefeated stores 3.3.2010.  Go get it!!!

Manny fights Clottey this weekend and I'm predicting a 3rd round KO.  Then we start with the Mayweather drama, if he beats Mosley in May, ALL OVER AGAIN.  I say they fight for the biggest payday in boxing history and call it a day. I'm sure the world will be watching.

Just do it ... AGAIN

Nike makes such brilliant commercials that it's sickening. I've been addicted to Nike Commercials ever since I was a kid. From Mars Blackmon to "Bo Knows" to "Mr. Robinson's Neighborhood" to LT and Polamalu's "Fate", Nike ads are PURE GENIUS. There is something about these ads that just fuels the athlete in all of us. At times the product is just the cherry on top. All I know is regardless who the brilliant minds are who puts these ads together, our man Phil Knight is getting paid.

Here is Nike's latest addition, "Human Chain" ........



Human Chain from NikeSportswear on Vimeo.

It's time to get excited ...

We are exactly 100 days away from World Cup 2010 in South Africa. It has always been one of my dreams to attend the World Cup. I had my chance in '94 but I was young and broke. It's not going to happen this year but 2014 in Brazil looks very promising. So as the world prepares for largest event of the year, Nike recently unveiled the kits for the upcoming World Cup. What's even more amazing is the use of recycled materials (plastic bottles) to create the jerseys. 8 recycled bottles = 1 Futbol shirt. You can find additional photos and a very interesting read at The Original Winger.

Now if I've inspired you to relive your futbol glory days, here are a few of the latest shoes you can enjoy on the pitch ...

Nike Total 90 Strike III










Adidas Predator X AG

Training Day

I'm always in the market for new shoes to train in. I'm not biased to a specific brand, so I'm open to try a wide array of shoes. In the recent months I've been training in a pair of Nike Lunarglide+ . Very lightweight but enough cushion to relieve your precious feet of all the beating. These runners are also very aesthetically pleasing. A great bonus considering most running shoes in the market look like Voltron's feet. So whether you're a serious runner or just in need of a comfortable sneaker, give the Nike Lunarglide+ a try. You and especially your feet can thank me later.

My favorite colorway ..


Also comes in the Livestrong edition for all the Lance Armstrong fanatics ..