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OUT OF REACH:LONDON ]
5th Dimension is proud to present of "OUT OF
REACH:LONDON" - a UK sneaker exhibition that
we've organized for the 11th-13th of June 2004.
For detailed information on the exhibition please
visit:
http://www.5th-Dimension.info/outofreach
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[ 05.26.2004
] [ Todd Jordan Dunk High SB - FT Samples ]
These FT Sample's may look slightly familiar. They
are the look-see versions of Todd Jordan's Dunk High
SB's - known to heads worldwide as the "Hulk"
for their resemblance to the green Marvel super hero.
Unlike the mostly suede/nubuck versions that were
ultimately released, these samples feature a soft,
wrinkled leather reminiscent of the Hulk's tensile
skin.
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See More ]
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[ 05.05.2004 ] [ Slamminkicks, London ]
First spotted on the web site of UK giants Crooked
Tongues, these Geoff McFetridge Champion Vandals
are customized "prototypes" courtesy of
Estevez.The shoes have been retrofitted with a number
of well thought out details that both enhance and
change the appeal of the originals while bringing
a breath of fresh air to the "custom game."
First, the Nike tag on the tongue of these Vandals
was removed and replaced with the orange swooshed
tags of Nike's old school Windrunners. The original
tongue tags where then reapplied to the front of the
Vandal's trademark velcro straps. Take note of how
the the left shoe strap features a green Nike Logo
on gray, while the right strap features a reversed
gray logo.
Another Estevez alteration that can be seen on the
Vandals' toe box and ankle panels is the silkscreen
of an intricate windmill pattern made up of micro
Nike swooshes. This pattern will vary slightly on
each of the 18 pairs set to release.
The Estevez X McFetridge Vandals will be sold exclusively
at Slammin Kicks, which is perhaps London's most exciting
new shoe retailer. Slammin Kicks is located at 37
Beak Street in London.
For more info check
http://www.slamminkicks.com
or hit up owner Madgi and crew via email at
info@slamminkicks.com
[ See More ]
Also take a look of the store inside
[ Slammin Kicks ]
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27.04.2004 ] [ JB Classics ]
In 2002 Jason Bass launched an independent line of
footwear called JB Classics. The unique designs, bold
color schemes and premium quality of JB quickly earned
the San Francisco brand the respect of sneaker heads
around the globe. Like many of his contemporaries,
Jason Bass is a multi-dimensional creator - one who
divides his time between a number of passions and
hustles. The self-described artist/graphic designer/footwear
producer/creative thinker/country clubber is also
a partner in the emerging media collective Triplewide.
Recently 5th Dimension caught up with JB to talk about
his footwear label and the latest projects being crafted
in his Country Club Studio
[ The Interview in English ]
[ The Interview in Japanese ]
[ The Interview in Chinese ]
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27.04.2004 ] [ Nike X Medicom Toy Be@rbrick Dunk Low
Pro SB ]
Medicom
Toy Corporation is a large Japanese toy company
that was established in 1996. The company is famous
for their 2.5-3 inch tall "Lego-type" figures
called Kubricks. A more recent evolution of the Kubrick
figures is the popular Be@rbricks,
which sport large potbellies and a bear shaped heads.
Be@rbricks come in discreetly packaged, sealed boxes,
so the identity of each figure is a mystery to the
consumer. Some of the more rare Be@rbricks come with
a very low assortment rate - meaning only 1 may be
found out of 192 boxes.
Although this Dunk SB is not the first collaboration
between Nike and Mediacom Toy, it's surely one of
the more interesting efforts. Similarities between
the worlds of rare Be@rbrick figures and Nike Dunk
SB's abound. Limited production numbers, savvy collectors,
sky-high eBay prices, artist collaborations and release
date hysteria are shared traits of both collectables.
This Japanese exclusive Be@rbrick SB symbolizes a
fusion between the two.
NIKE X MEDIACOM
The first collaboration between Nike and Mediacom
occurred in 2002. For the 20th Anniversary of Nike’s
Air Force 1, Japan's AD21 shop collaborated with Medicom
Toy to produce 500 "Air Force 1 Be@rbricks"
as a gift to the shop's customers. In the end of the
2002, a "secret" Air Force 1 Be@rbrick was
placed in the Be@rbrick Series 5 run. This Be@rbrick
had a low 1/192 assortment rate. Finally in 2003,
Medicom Toy produced 2 Air Force 1 Be@rbrick sets
and at 2004's White Dunk Tokyo Show, a crystalline
Nike Kubrick was given out to guests.
[ See More ]
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[
27.04.2004 ] [ Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons
Nike Vandal ]
Comme des Garçons, arguably Japan's best-loved
fashion house was launched by designer Rei Kawakubo
in 1969. The label's use of torn and tangled fabrics,
drab colors and unbalanced decorative details (dubbed
'Hiroshima chic') gained ground in the early 1980s
and quickly left an indelible impression on the fashion
world.
In 1993, Junya Watanabe, Kawakubo's protégé
and former apprentice introduced Junya Watanabe Comme
des Garçons with the support of his mentor.
Although designing under his own name, he is still
employed by Comme des Garçons, who funds and
manufactures his critically acclaimed collections.
These Junya Watanabe Nike Vandals were designed as
a hyper-strike for the Comme des Garçons "Happy
Army Store" - a temporary Aoyama (Tokyo) boutique
that sells Junya Watanabe designed military wear.
Only 100 pairs were produced. Other Junya Watanabe
Comme des Garçons X Nike collaborations include
a variety of both men's and women's Waffle Racers
and Nike Air Super Flys.
[ See More ]
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[
30.03.2004 ] [ 2004 NBA All Star Air Force 1 ]
These Air Force Ones are special make-ups that Nike
created for the 2004
NBA All Star Game. They were only given to Nike's
NBA athletes and Nike employees who were in Los Angeles
for the game. The number of existing pairs is unconfirmed,
yet extremely low.
Notice the heel panels of both shoes are embroidered
with the years '72 and '83. These are past seasons
where Los Angeles also hosted NBA All Star festivities.
The red, white and blue is an obvious nod to the classic
"American" colorway and the shoes, with
their embroidered stars, are a perfect match for the
NBA's East and West jerseys.
[ See More ]
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[ 15.03.2004 ] [ Sneaker Pimp Exhibition ]
Sneaker Pimps - "an exhibition of up to 400
rare, limited edition, vintage, sample, artist collaborated
and celebrity signed sneakers" just wrapped up
its first visit to Hong Kong. Singapore, Osaka, Tokyo
& Taiwan are next.
Here are some photos from opening night in Hong Kong...
[ Opening Night Photos ]
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[ 15.03.2004 ] [ Distressed
Dunk Low SB and Distressed High SB ]
Both of these Distressed Dunk SB’s are "look-see"
samples from Nike's FT factory. The "distressed"
leather that both pairs share is created by tumbling
raw, full-grain leather materials with a substance
called paraffin wax. This process creates natural
variations and markings - giving the leather a rugged,
well-worn feel. The subtle sheen of the leather is
created when the material is ironed after tumbling.
Although it may be hard to tell from the photos,
these Dunks are not reversed colorways of one another.
In addition to the distressed leather on both pairs,
the low features a purplish "Mahogany" nubuck
while the Hi features nubuck in the familiar "Paul
Brown" color.
We have few production details on these SB's. We
do know that the season they were originally produced
for was Fall of 2003. We haven't seen them drop yet.
It's a good bet they never will.
[ See More ]
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[ 12.03.2004 ] [ Bee
Dunk High Pro SB ]
In many cultures bees are signs of great luck, nobility,
harmony and bliss. This Classic Green/Varsity Yellow
FT sample features an all suede/nubuck upper and a
carefully embroidered NIKE AIR bee on the outer heel
panels. Reportedly the first "look-see"
sample in the "Lucky" dunk series, the "Lucky
Bee" SB is rumored to be the only pair of its
kind in existence.
The "Lucky Bee" and its descendants, the
"Lucky Horseshoe" and the "Lucky #7"
(seen below) are some of our favorite Dunk SB's. They
show the evolution of NIKE's attempt to use color
and symbolism to convey a particular feel - a quality
that brings meaning and life to their shoes.
[ See More ]
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[12.03.2004 ] [ Lucky (Heaven) Dunk High Pro SB
]
This SB was first revealed to the public at the White
Dunk Tokyo Show. The pair, which is scheduled to release
in June 2004, features the number '7' embroidered
on the front outside panels. Many thought the metallic
gold leather and green #7 were thematic touches meant
to represent "Heaven"
In actuality, this pair is the 3rd and final version
of the so-called "Lucky" series. The two
"Lucky" samples that preceded this "set-for-release"
version are extremely rare and unseen by most. Stay
tuned... We just might know where to find them.
[ See More ] |
[ 26.02.2004 ] [ Supreme Dunk Low Pro SB - FT Sample
]
Color: White/Red/Gold
Production Date: January 30th, 2003
About a month ago, we showcased photos of the orange
Supreme Dunk Low SB sample from Nike's Fang Tang factory.
Here's a new look at another pair of ultra-rare Supreme
FT "look-sees". To have your own "look-see"
click the "See More" link below...
[ See More ] |
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24.02.2004 ] [ Futura 2000 - For Love Or Money ]
At 5th Dimension, we often try to analyze what makes
a particular pair of shoes special. Most of the time
we consider the limited factor, but we also choose
to focus on the creative process that goes into producing
the kicks we admire. Instead of a purely "news" oriented
approach with photos and release dates, we try to
capture the essence of certain shoes by uncovering
the stories/myths/facts behind their creation. When
we saw Futura's FLOM Dunk High's, no amount of speculation
could answer the questions that came to our minds.
So we thought it'd be best to go straight to the source
to find out what's behind these Dunks creation and
more importantly, what's behind the mind of their
creator. What follows is a word for word interview
between 5th Dimension and Futura 2000...
[ The Interview in English ]
[ The
Interview in Japanese ] |
[ 18.02.2004
] [ Ghost Dunk High Pro SB ]
Color: Deep Olive/Ghost
This Dunk High SB saw its first retail release in
Hong Kong on February 9th, 2004. The retail price
was $899 HKD, roughly $117 USD. What makes this pair
unique is the fact that it's the first Dunk High SB
(aside from the Supremes) that does not feature a
100% suede textured material on the upper.
Unlike like the Wheat, Hulk, Iron and Ice Green/Black-Sea
Crystal High's. This pair features supple, olive green
colored leather with "ghost" colored white
suede used sparingly on the toe box and swoosh. In
some circles, this SB is known as the "Futura
High" due to its similarity in both color and
materials used to Nike's Futura Dunk Low Pro SB .
[ See More ] |
[14.02.2004 ] [ California Dunk Low SB ]
Photos of this California Dunk Low SB were first
spotted online at Freshnessmag
in their exclusive coverage of Nike's White Dunk Tokyo
event.
Like the Paris, Tokyo, London and NYC SB's, this
pair symbolizes a geographical location. However,
instead of highlighting a particular city, Nike
Skateboarding created these SB's as a tribute
to the State of California.
After all, it was in Southern California's urban
slums of Venice and Santa Monica (known together as
"Dogtown"), where modern skate culture was
born. In the early 1970s Jay Adams, Tony Alva, Stacy
Peralta, Jim Muir, Shogo Kubo and the rest of the
Zephyr skate team (the Z-Boys
) took skating from its roots as an extension of surfing
and added a previously unseen mix of style, skill
and attitude that revolutionized the dying sport and
created a world wide cultural phenomenon. A tribute
to the State is only right... just ask yourselves
what SB's would be without California. Would they
even exist?
[ See More ] |
[ 28.01.2004 ] [ Vibe
Air Force 1 ]
VIBE
Magazine, the self proclaimed "voice and
soul of urban music and culture" is the brainchild
of music impresario, Quincy Jones. Launched in 1993
in collaboration with Time Warner, the magazine set
out to "cover the traditionally black music genres
that Rolling Stone magazine often overlooked."
This past year VIBE celebrated its 10th anniversary
by presenting the VIBE AWARDS: BEATS, STYLE, FLAVOR,
a two-hour special event celebrating innovation, cutting-edge
presentation and genre-expanding work in urban music.
At the awards show, which was broadcast through out
the USA on Nov. 21, a reported 21 pairs of this special
edition Air Force 1 were given to award winners, performers,
presenters and staff. The multicolor theme was chosen
to commemorate VIBE's first issue, which featured
the rapper Treach of Naughty by Nature on the cover.
The Treach cover is featured on one side of the AF1's
hang tag, while the Tupac/Notorious B.I.G. cover of
the 10 Year Anniversary issue appears on the flip.
This pair was given to presenter Snoop Dogg. Artist
of the Year winner 50 Cent, Double honorees Beyonce
Knowles and Jay-Z, and Five-time nominee Pharrell
Williams were part of the festivities. OutKast, Chingy,
Ludacris, Mary J. Blige, Eve, Lil Jon and R. Kelly
performed. We wonder who's holding the other 20 pairs?
[ See More ] |
[ 28.01.2004 ] [ London
Dunk Low Pro SB ]
Photos of this London Dunk SB were first spotted
on the web site of Paris' Opium
Crew. Like the Paris, Tokyo, and NYC SB's, this
pair represents one of the globe's largest metropolises
- a dynamic city whose sneaker culture is well respected
on the world stage.
Embroidered on the heel panel of this SB is The River
Thames, a 200-mile waterway so central to and intertwined
with the England's past that it has been described
as "Liquid History."
By now, most of us are familiar with thematic ideas
behind this SB, yet very little is known about its
production details. Rumors originally suggested that
Nike created the pair for a forthcoming White Dunk
London exhibition, however trusty sources have confirmed
that plans for the event were recently scrapped.
[ See More ] |
[
23.01.2004 ] [ Dunk Low Laser "Surf" by
Chris Lundy ]
[ Special Version ]
This pair of "Surf" dunk lows may look
familiar, however it's one of only 10 in the entire
world. During the launch of the Nike's first Laser
Project Series, Nike took the six laser styles (2
Dunks, 2 Air Force 1's and 2 Cortez) and produced
10 pairs of each for distribution to V.I.P.'s and
friends of the company.
The laser etchings on these "special version" seem
slightly more vivid than those on other pairs, and
the Ukiyo-e design has an even greater visual impact.
Some other differences between these 1 of 10 "Surf"
dunks and the wider "Surf" release are the bone color,
the butter soft texture of the leather and the light
brown shade of the laces and interior. Laser etched
pig skin covers this pair's box - creating a stunning
package that unites Nikes thirst for innovative technology
with its eye for cutting edge design.
[ See More ] |
[ 23.01.2004 ] [ Buck Dunk Low Pro SB - FT Sample ]
Nike was shaped by the personality and lifestyle
of the man who built it: Nike CEO Phillip Hampson
Knight. Early on in Knight's childhood, for
reasons unknown, he was given the nickname Buck. Like
his father before him, Buck Knight attended the University
of Oregon in Eugene and joined the "The Men
of Oregon" track team under coach and Nike co-founder
Bill Bowerman. The colorway of this SB is a tribute
to the University of Oregon and represents one of
the schools most successful graduates ever.
Pre-release samples of this SB were spotted going
for upwards of $1000 USD. The high price was most
likely due to the rampant internet rumors that the
BUCK stitching on the back of the Dunk would be replaced
by a more traditional Nike stitch. However, when the
BUCK was first released in Hong Kong on December 12th,
2003 Knight's nickname remained - available
for the much lower retail price of $799 HKD, roughly
$103 USD. Soon after in mid January 2004 the SB was
released stateside in skate shops around the country.
[ See
More ] |

[
20.01.2004 ] [ Supreme Dunk Low Pro SB - FT Sample
]
Color: Orange/Gold
Production Date: January 30th, 2003
Do you remember everyone's initial impression of
the Supreme
Dunk High SB's that dropped last October? Chat rooms
and message boards were filled with Nike heads wondering
if Supreme, one of the world's most renowned street/skate
brands and Nike were playing with our minds; conducting
an experiment to see how much hype could surround
a pair of funny looking shoes covered in tiny gold
stars. Many claimed the kicks were ridiculous that
they'd never spend their hard earned dough to rock
them on the street. Several months later we mysteriously
changed our minds, creating a frenzy that led kids
to camp out days before the release at Supreme's shops
in NYC, Tokyo and Osaka.
These are the 1 of 1 "look-see" samples that Nike
produced at their FT factory and provided Supreme
with during the planning stages of that "experiment."
What stands out immediately of course, is the bold
gold Nike logo emblazoned on the side panels of these
Dunks. The placement of the logo is pure genius -
a blatant sign that Nike not only knows, but understands
exactly who the new breed of trend conscious consumers
are: Young status-seekers who value the name, the
brand, the image; and live by the mantra "material
possessions above all else."
Eventually Supreme replaced the Nike logo with the
infamous stars and changed the low cut sample to a
high top. In most cases, Nike would request that the
sample be destroyed after the referential use. Why
not this sample? Wouldn't the greatest trick be to
convince us that the "experiment" never
existed? Or maybe they exist for one reason: to let
us know that it never mattered what we had to say
about the funny looking Supreme High's. What really
matters is what THEY say about US...
[ See
More ]
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[ 20.01.2004 ][ Undefeated
Dunk High 2nd - Ballistic ]
Battles for supremacy amongst sneaker boutiques and a fierce
rivalry between collectors and resellers have changed the
game's terrain into a virtual war zone where only the strong
survive. Only one shop will remain unscathed...
With the creation of Undefeated's
Ballistic Dunk High, the Los Angeles sneaker giant proclaimed
its name and designed one of the most imaginative Nike collaborations
in recent memory. How so? By taking notions of the brand's
international power and impenetrable status and symbolically
applying them to the kicks in the form of ballistic nylon.
The flexible material, seen on the toe box and side panels,
is the same fabric used to construct combat grade body armor
and bulletproof vests. Equally powerful is Undefeated's
logo, which is woven into the olive buckskin heel-panel
like a soldiers' badge of honor. The critics say that Dunks
are dead. Try killing these.
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[ 20.01.2004
] [ Threezero Dunk High Premium ]
Threezero is a famous
Hong Kong toy brand that mainly designs and produces soft
vinyl and 12"; figures. In celebration of Threezero's exhibition
at Hong Kong's Milk Gallery
in April 2003, Nike collaborated with Threezero to produce
10 promotional pairs of this Threezero Dunk High Premium.
The Dunk High and some of Threezero's new figures were displayed
in the gallery. Unfortunately, none of the Dunk High's made
there way into the hands of the general public.
The all black Threezero Dunk High Premiums are FT samples
and come with the white Threezero logo, created by famous
Hong Kong designer Michael Lau, on the rear side panels.
The size breakdown of the ten pairs is as follows: US6,
US9 x 3, US10 x 3 and US11 x 3. Most, if not all of the
pairs are in the possession of head of Threezero founder
Wong Kim Fung and his friends, including Hong Kong singer
Patrick Tang.
[ See
More ]
For additional pictures of the exhibition, you can check
the link below
[ Threezero
Exhibition @ Milk Gallery ] |
[ 20.01.2004
] [ Roswell Rayguns Dunk Low Pro SB ]
During the 2002 NBA playoffs, Nike debuted a TV commercial
campaign that sent Vince Carter aka Dr. Funk, Jermaine O'Neal,
Paul Pierce, Baron Davis and Jerry Stackhouse back in time
to play for a fictional ABA team called the Roswell Rayguns.
The commercials featured a funky appearance from legendary
Parliament musician and "70s" funk icon Bootsy
Collins. "It's 1975 and we're just keeping the funk
alive!" Bootsy Collins sang as the Rayguns took on
the NBA teams of yesteryear.
Legend has it that Methamphibian
custom painted a pair of Rayguns Air Force 1's based on
the Roswell Rayguns Jersey to promote the launch of Nike
Baskteball site. Pictures made their way onto Nike Talk
and then, out of nowhere the Roswell Rayguns dunk appeared
at the end of 2002 at San Diego's ASR Trade Show and online
at Fixins.
Anticipation for these mysteriously funky dunks was stalled
when word got out that these kicks would remain as FT samples.
At the moment, there are 4 pairs or less in existence -
making the Roswell Rayguns one of the rarest SB Dunks in
the world.
[ See
More ]
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[ 20.01.2004 ] [ Roswell Rayguns
Air Force 1 ]
To promote the launch of Nike
Basketball site in 2002, Methamphibian
custom painted the Air Force 1 Low LE White/Black to resemble
the jerseys of Nike's Roswell Rayguns - Nike's fictional
ABA basketball team comprised of Vince Carter, Jermaine
O'Neal, Paul Pierce, Baron Davis and Jerry Stackhouse. Rumor
has it that nearly 500 pairs were produced. This creation
was so well received that it eventually spawned an official
Nike FT Sample - the Roswell Rayguns dunk, as seen above.
[ See
More ] |
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