Volanti’s Chasing Moon running shoe is a high performance sneaker packed with tech, for an affordable price point. This pair features a super lightweight mesh upper, a PEBA rocker midsole for a dynamic feel, and so much more. Tune into the video for a total breakdown and to see them on feet!
This year marks fifteen years since Kith first opened their doors, and to celebrate, their bringing back the one that started it all – the Asics Gel-Lyte III “Salmon Toe”. This remastered version features upgraded materials, but retains the same iconic split coloured look. Tune into my review as I break down one of the year’s best releases! Huge thank you to Ronnie Fieg and the @Kith family for sending these over!
Designer Stan Birch is set to launch his first collaboration with Saucony! This Progrid Guide 7 “Stand Out” is all about individuality and being unique among the crowd. The shoes echo this concept with a mix of interesting materials (open style mesh, nubuck, leather) and colours. Tap into my review for a detailed breakdown and to see these on feet. Is this one of the year’s best releases?
Great Scott! Back to the Future’s Nike Mag is the inspiration behind this colourway of the Nike Vapor 12 Hypersmash. This sneaker takes elements from the iconic ’08 Hyperdunk, but is tuned for the hard courts of tennis / pickleball. Watch my review for a detailed run down, and to see how these look on feet!
The Pharrell Williams and Adidas partnership adds to their incredible portfolio with the newest colourway of the Virginia Adistar Jellyfish, in “Crystal Sand”. These beauties recently released in August 2026, and incorporates the same exaggerated proportions, 3D overlays, and glow details that the model is known for – but in a beautiful beige, brown and pale blue coloured mix. Big thank you to the Virginia team for hooking me up with my first ever pair!
After taking an L on the initial release, I’m finally able to give you guys my review of the debut “Mikročpske” colourway of the Action Bronson x New Balance 2811. This pair was a must have for many – with a chunky silhouette with colours inspired by European emergency and police vehicles. Check out my review for a closer look at what likely will be one of the best sneakers of the year!
On my recent trip to NYC, I picked up this lowkey collab between New Balance and Aime Leon Dore on the Gator Run. Originally a turf training shoe from 1982, the brand has brought these back as a lifestyle model. This collab features top notch quality in a simplistic palette. Check out my review to learn more!
JJJJound’s newest New Balance collab sees their familiar beige / mushroom tones cover the 740 silhouette. This pair, which dropped at the end of July, features a sleek, no-sew upper made of mesh and TPU overlays. A chunky Abzorb midsole provides comfort, while navy and red accents give the shoe some pop. Check out my review for a detailed breakdown and on feet look!
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2026 saw the launch of the Asics Gel-NYC 2.0. This model adopts the upper of the Gel-1050, but incorporates a modernized tooling that provides incredible comfort. I’ve heard so many good things about it but never got around to picking up a pair – until now. Tune into the review and let me know if you’re a fan of this silhouette!
