Hoopla /
May 9, 2008 / 2:46 pm
By Dime Magazine
Kyle Korver
Today, Converse and Eastbay have announced the launch of “MyChucks,” a contest where participants design their own Chuck Taylor All Star kicks with the chance to have Converse actually make the shoe and sell it exclusively by Eastbay.
As part of the contest, Kyle Korver submitted his own design, which will be featured online, along […]
Tags: contest, Converse, kicks, Kyle Korver, NBA playoffs and Sneakers
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By Dime Magazine
Over on Bounce, there’s a post about how the sneaker company Asics is rolling out sneaker vending machines across the United Kingdom. Could you imagine if you could cop your new Jordans anywhere you can get Cheetos and Snickers?
Check it out HERE.
Tags: jordans, kicks and Sneakers
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By Christian Grant-Fields
Snyx in Detroit
You know the story: Retired superstar athlete opens a business in his hometown. Whether it’s a club or a restaurant, players often aim to branch out from basketball once their playing days are over, using their name-recognition to capitalize on a money-making opportunity. Former NBA All-Star and ’91 Rookie of the Year Derrick […]
Tags: Derrick Coleman, Nike, Sneakers and Snyx
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