Archive for the 'Kids Nike Shoes' Category
Sunday 3 February 2008 @ 10:50 am
The Nike First Touch II trainers are stylish five-a-side based trainers which provide maximum comfort and aim to improve touch and control.The Nike First Touch II trainers feature a lightweight soft synthetic upper with a moulded sockliner for additional comfort. The sole on these trainers uses a multi stud design which lends itself to use indoors and on astro turf surfaces alike.
Monday 28 January 2008 @ 2:35 am
Back to basics. Now popular with skaters, basketball players, and the fashionable alike, the first ever production of the Nike Dunk
shoe was in 1985. Before the Nike Air Jordan I, the Nike Dunk, which later influenced the Jordan I, was the team basketball shoe of choice. It was available in high and low versions in a variety of team colorways to match a uniform, and it came with a matching box and two sets of different color laces. The original Dunk is a highly sought-after collectors item and due to consumer demand, the Nike Dunk line was reissued in 1998 and numerous colorways have been made available on a regular basis since then. Nike released the skate Dunk in 1999 featuring a padded tongue and ankle collar. In 2002, they collaborated withe the Supreme Skate brand to produce the Supreme Dunks, and in 2004, Nike released the new, never-before-seen Nike Dunk Mid. Other special and limited editions include holiday models for Valentine’s Day and Christmas, Laser Dunks that feature laser-engraved artwork, Harris Tweed Dunks with famous British tweed fabric, and The Inside Out Dunks. Technologically, the Nike Dunk line of shoes has the most basic of technologies, but its simplicity and wide variety of colors leaves this line of 80’s retro basketball shoes compatible with many styles and make them perfect for casual wear.
Sunday 27 January 2008 @ 7:56 pm
Toronto, ON, July 30, 2004 – The search is on for the fastest kid in the country. Starting today, teens can register for NikeRunDown – a national 35m head-to-head competition involving a series of regional events designed to declare the fastest male and female high school athlete. Teens can enter online at Nike Speed CanadaThe program involves a charitable component that aims to raise $100,000 to help kids overcome the financial barriers associated with organized sports.
“This is the biggest challenge of strothis kind ever issued to Canadian youth and we’re psyched that kids will be going head-to-head in a speed competition,” said Derek Kent, Head of Corporate Communications, Nike Canada Ltd. “NikeRunDown isn’t just for kids on the track team. Regardless if it’s football, rugby, basketball or soccer that is your sport of choice – if you’re fast, we want you.”
Not only will the male and female winner get the bragging rights of being the fastest in the country, they will also win a large billboard in their local area featuring their photo, a trophy, time with elite Nike Canada athletes and a banner raising in their honour. Prizes will also be awarded to the regional winners.
Simon Whitfield was on hand at the Toronto launch to encourage youth to get involved, while Steve Nash did the honours in Vancouver.
“I was always the fastest kid on the block, always the fastest in my school,” said Simon Whitfield, Olympic gold medallist. “With this program, Nike is encouraging and rewarding Canadian kids to believe in their athletic abilities, and I’m sure there will be future Olympians in the pack.”
“Whether it’s on the court, on the field or on the track, nothing beats the intensity of a head-to-head competition of speed with an opponent,” said Steve Nash, NBA player, Phoenix Suns. “NikeRunDown gives young athletes the chance to put their speed to the test and to find out how fast they really are.”
NikeRunDown will involve 35m qualifying races in Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal, Halifax and Toronto. Youth aged 13-18 are eligible to race. The fastest three boys and girls from each city will then advance to the finals in Toronto. To gain access to the NikeRunDown, participants and spectators are asked to contribute $1 toward the purchase of a funky, red wristband with “Slow Sucks”, “Be Fast or Be Last” and/or “Run Fast. Brag Slowly”. The wristbands will be available at NikeRunDown events and select retailers. All wristband proceeds will go to KidSport Canada, an organization that assists youth in overcoming the financial barriers that limit their involvement in organized sport. Nike will match every dollar spent by the time of the finals in September. Nike’s fundraising aim is $100,000 and the public is welcome to purchase the wristbands to help hit our goal.
“By purchasing a NikeRunDown event wristband you are helping kids in need gain access to sports programs, events and equipment that they wouldn’t otherwise have access to,” said Pete Quevillon, KidSport Provincial Director, Sport BC. “With the generosity of Canadians and Nike, KidSport is able to instill the love of sport in kids in communities across the country.”
The program announcement coincides with the launch of Nike’s new Speed campaign. Similar to NikeRunDown, the integrated campaign is a manifestation of Nike’s obsession with speed and includes a complete collection of apparel, footwear and accessories designed to allow athletes of all levels to be the fastest they can be.
