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HAL STUDIOS® x ASICS GEL-1130™ MK II ‘Forest’ GLOBAL RELEASE UPDATE

Derrick Narciso
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HAL STUDIOS® x ASICS GEL-1130™ MK II ‘Forest’ GLOBAL RELEASE UPDATE

The sought after ASICS GEL-1130 ™ MK II ‘FOREST’ will be launching on the HAL STUDIOS website April 18th and launching Globally on the ASICS website April 29th. 

ASICS and HAL STUDIOS recently launched their latest iteration of their collaborative partnership with the launch of the GEL-1130 ™ MK II ‘FOREST’. The MK II ‘FOREST’ is a celebration of ASICS’ innovative technology fused with the HAL STUDIOS® Design Thinking ideology.

The MK II design expresses the evolution of ASICS and HAL STUDIOS’ ‘maximal minimalism’ ethos. Following the MK I, launched in April 2022, the MK II sees the classic ASICS GEL-1130 ™  heritage style with stripped back characteristics of the traditional running silhouette, paired with contrasting textures and tones.

The ‘FOREST’ colourway draws inspiration from the natural world, with the palette referencing the forests and Shinto shrines of ASICS’ home, Japan. Wide open breathable mesh and hairy suede panelling coated in shades of green are contrasted against brown leather accents and antique white midsoles. The striking orange highlights on the GEL ™ cushioning heel unit, insoles, and collaborative rubber hang-tag are inspired by Japanese Shinto shrines.

The classic ASICS GEL-1130 ™  style, first released in 2008, maintains its key technological features including the TRUSSTIC ™  support system to provide underfoot stability and iconic GEL ™  technology cushioning. The preservation of these features in the design process allows the heel unit to absorb shock, offering easy-wearing comfort reimagined with a modern feel for the streets.

ASICS Australia Managing Director, Mark Brunton said, “ASICS Sportstyle is excited to see our continued partnership with HAL STUDIOS® come to life with the latest launch of the GEL-1130 ™  X MK II ‘FOREST’ footwear collaboration.

Our Sportstyle team continues to innovate and push the boundaries of the sneaker space with the shoe’s design paying homage to ASICS Japanese heritage and the classic GEL-1130 ™  running silhouette, whilst celebrating the creative vision of a local brand.”

The Kickz Stand’s Hit List #54 Air Max Month Special

Derrick Narciso
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The Kickz Stand’s Hit List #54 Air Max Month Special

What was the sneaker that kick started it off for you?!?

Let’s take it back, I think when I was heaps young maybe 7-8 years old, my first sneaker that I can remember was Kaypee. Do you remember that brand in the Philippines? After destroying that, next sneaker was a Jordan 4. To be honest what really got me into sneakers was watching my favourite player Grant Hill from the Detroit Pistons back in the day. The Fila GH1 started it all for me.

Could you please give us the scoop on this amazing pair of Air Max 1s?

During the early days of The Kickz Stand around 2014, while I was in Singapore for the Sole Superior event. The boys from the event introduced me to Mark Ong aka Mr Sabotage. From there I guess our friendship started. In the same year, Mark launched these series of AM1’s with different camo designs. So I hit him up and asked him to make me a pair that is dedicated to my children. Today these sneakers are still in brand new and awesome condition and have been displayed in a few Air Max Day events in Sydney over the years. When people ask me what are my grails, these are my grails. My biggest achievements in life are my children.

—@jay.tks

Nike Air Max 1 x @travisscott
‘Saturn’
@sckicks5
Nike Air Max 1 x @cncpts
‘Mellow’
@jeezy_29
Nike Air Max Plus
‘OG Hyper Blue’
@solecollector84
Nike Air Max 1
’86 Big Bubble’
@2sxhndr3d1
Nike Air Max Terrascape Plus
‘Pearl White Dark Beetroot’
@jazzbonifacio
Nike Air Max 1 x @cncpts
‘Heavy’
@kickinitwithgee
Nike Air Max 90
‘Infrared’
@thekevinsmith24
Nike Air Max 1/97
@sean_wotherspoon
‘nohypelah’
Nike Air Max 90
‘Green Camo’
@kicks_and_craze

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Matin Kim x ASICS GEL-SONOMA™ 15-50

Jay Mijares
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Matin Kim x ASICS GEL-SONOMA™ 15-50

Matin Kim, a Seoul based design label and ASICS have partnered up for their first ever sneaker collaboration with a GEL-SONOMA™ 15-50. The Matin Kim x ASICS GEL-SONOMA™ 15-50 collection will come in a three colourways. The duo’s first global collaboration pack feature the silhouette into an entirely new direction while staying true to the GEL-SONOMA™ 15-50 sneaker’s excellent comfort and chunky aesthetic.

With ASICS being famous for its unimpeachable technicality, and Matin Kim being a brand focusing on making unique pieces associated with minimalism, their link-up starts from asking themselves a self-critical question of “which shoes would I wear when I go on a journey to find my own ego?”. The duo features three colourways with the GEL-SONOMA™ 15-50. Each of the colours will be named in “Glacier Grey/White”, “Oasis Green/Pure Silver”, and “Black/Pure silver”.

“Glacier Grey/White” pair appears in clean leather uppers with a gridded mesh base and the details including nylon eyelet loops and deep treaded soles.

“Oasis Green/Pure Silver” colour features a light aquatic mint colour that contrasts with the shiny silver colour to add subtle charm.

“Black/Pure Silver” colour features turquoise green and blue point colours added to the khaki colour scheme details.

Aside from the subtle material and colour tweaks, “Glacier Grey/White” and “Oasis Green/Pure Silver” colour ways see more comprehensive modification by way of more functional lacing system. All line ups include special details arriving as part of the collaboration include thin lock laces and line ups include co-branding across the patent leather tongue tabs and insoles.

The Matin Kim x ASICS GEL-SONOMA™ 15-50 will be available from the 7th of April at
asics.com, Highs and Lows, Finesse and Laced. To stay up to date, make sure you sign up to our newsletter. For other ASICS features, click here.

Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse New Trailer

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Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse New Trailer

Definately a good week if you’re a Marvel fan. Earlier this week, we had the new trailer for the upcoming Secret Invasion series on Disney+ and now we have a fresh new look at the Sony Pictures x Marvel 2nd installment of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.

This trailer shows off more of the various Spider characters that will be featured in the film, as well as some footage of the returning favorite characters.

Across the Spider-Verse will see the return of stars Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, and Jake Johnson, all of which are reprising their roles from Into the Spider-Verse. Oscar Isaac will be reprising the role of Spider-Man 2099, having first appeared in the post-credits scene from Into the Spider-Verse.

Issa Rae leads the impressive cast of newcomers, taking on the role of Spider-Woman. She’s joined by Karan Soni, Jason Schwartzman, Daniel Kaluuya, Shea Whigham, and Jorma Taccone. Across the Spider-Verse is directed by Joaquim Dos Santos, Kemp Powers, and Justin K. Thompson, from a screenplay written by Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, and Dave Callaham.

So how many different Spider-Men can you see in the trailer? This movie is going to be full of easter eggs and there is a very funny meme towards the end of the trailer which will go down well with Spider fans.

Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse swings into theaters on June 2nd. Let us know what you think of this new trailer

Marvel’s Secret Invasion Official Trailer Release

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Marvel’s Secret Invasion Official Trailer Release

With a raft of Marvel Studios projects getting delayed, we finally have some good news with the official release date and trailer for Secret Invasion starring Samuel L Jackson as Nick Fury.

Secret Invasion was first announced back at Disney Investor Day in 2020 and we had a teaser trailer back in September 2022 from D23.

Returning Marvel stars include Samuel L. Jackson (Captain America: The Winter Soldier) as Nick Fury, Ben Mendelsohn (Captain Marvel) as Talos, Cobie Smulders (The Avengers) as Maria Hill, Martin Freeman (Black Panther) as former CIA Agent Everett Ross, and Don Cheadle (Iron Man 2) as U.S. Air Force officer and armored Avenger James “War Machine” Rhodes.

Franchise newcomers include Kingsley Ben-Adir (Peaky Blinders) as rebel Skrulls leader Gravik, Dermot Mulroney (Scream VI) as United States President Ritson, Charlayne Woodard (Pose) as Priscilla Fury; Olivia Colman (The Crown) as MI6 Agent Sonya Falsworth; and Emilia Clarke (Game of Thrones) as the grown-up G’iah, the Skrull daughter of Talos. Killian Scott (Love/Hate), Christopher McDonald (The Watcher) and Carmen Ejogo (Your Honor) round out the cast in undisclosed roles.

Part of the MCU Phase 5, Secret Invasion showcases a faction of shapeshifting Skrulls who have been impersonating humans and infiltrating Earth for years, putting Nick Fury at the center of a global conspiracy that asks: who do you trust?

Secret Invasion

Secret Invasion will start streaming on Disney+ from June 21st and run for 6 weeks. Let us know what you think below

Adityalogy x Parabellum® PHANTOM VRTX

Jay Mijares
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Adityalogy x Parabellum® PHANTOM VRTX

Aditya Anugrah aka Adityalogy, our homie from Jakarta, Indonesia, a renowned lifestyle aficionado who has been shaping the Indonesian hype culture over the last decade, partners up with Parabellum Tactical Gear. This collaboration was a long overdue project that sees Aditya working hand in hand with Parabellum Tactical Gear, the forefront brand name that paved the way for the local tactical industrial movement in Indonesia since 2013.

Naturally, the collaboration will spur something mystical, practical & devilishly edgy akin to both parties’ distinctive background. The Adityalogy x Parabellum® PHANTOM VRTX collection will consist of complete apparel & footwear line ups.

Design Principle

phan-tom /’fan(t)em/
noun – a spirit believed by some to visit the living as a pale, almost transparent
form of a person or other ghostly object.

vor.tex /’vor,teks/
noun – something regarded as drawing into its powerful current everything that
surrounds it with irresistible force

The design language of Adityalogy x Parabellum® PHANTOM VRTX truly reflects its name. A mysterious dark presence that lures everything around it not to be intimidated but rather to wander & marvel at its mystifying display. Tis the message that Parabellum translates directly from Adityalogy’s own signature monochromatic style.

Emphasizing the darkness from the black colour to draw the collection’s silhouette has been the ultimate blueprint since the sketching process began. A strong off-white base colour then added to disrupt & lighten the heaviness of the black to encapsulate a balanced lightweight feeling for the final look. Last but not least, straight clean lines were embodied to highlight the modern techno persona of the overall series.

The Adityalogy x Parabellum® PHANTOM VRTX will be releasing on the 29th of March and will be available at Parabellum Tactical Gear website. Make sure you subscribe to our newsletter to keep up to date! Stay tuned for more Parabellum features in the near future. For other previous sneaker features, please click here.

SNKRDUNK Launches Selling Function

Jay Mijares
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SNKRDUNK Launches Selling Function

Japan’s top sneaker and streetwear marketplace SNKRDUNK has recently unlocked its selling function on its global app as part of its international expansion. This added feature now allows international users to list their sneakers for sale, with the potential for it to be viewed by over 4.5 million buyers worldwide.

It’s All Yours: Instant Listing, No Platform Fees
The global SNKRDUNK app has experienced a rapidly-growing user base—particularly in Singapore, Australia and the United States—since its launch in 2021. Committed to improving the marketplace experience for this highly engaged community, SNKRDUNK expedited the launch of its crucial selling feature, allowing sneakerheads to sell their authentic sneakers to over 4.5 million potential buyers across the globe.

Currently, users from the following 8 countries will be able to access the selling feature, with more countries added in the coming months:
● Singapore
● Australia
● United States
● Canada
● New Zealand
● Malaysia
● South Korea
● Macau
● Thailand
● Indonesia
● China
● India
● Philippines
● Vietnam
● Hong Kong

Differentiating itself through competitive offerings, SNKRDUNK App continues to offer zero platform fees for buyers and sellers. Notably, sellers will be able to instantly list their sneakers on SNKRDUNK with no listing fees. When their item has been purchased by a buyer, sellers simply send over their sneakers to SNKRDUNK’s Singapore-based warehouse for authentication. As the platform has maintained since its inception, no authentication service fees will be charged to either buyer or seller.

Reach a New Category of Buyers
This unlocked selling function is particularly attractive due to SNKRDUNK’s roots in fashion-centric Japan and physical presence in Singapore, allowing sneaker collectors to sell their coveted items to potential Japanese buyers and neighbouring countries, like Taiwan, Indonesia, and India—all of which have been notoriously hard to penetrate from English-based platforms.

Expert Authentication: Only the Real Deal
Although SNKRDUNK’s seller base has expanded to include a larger international pool from 8 countries, the platform continues to uphold its strict authentication standards. Since 2021, SNKRDUNK has been revered for its stringent authentication system which ensures its leading reputation in the highly lucrative sneaker and streetwear marketplace. The company’s team of expert sneaker authenticators verify the products against a refined database that houses thousands of authentication records, leading to a 99.96% authentication accuracy rate. [Calculated from the number of transactions from 1 March 2021 to 31 March 2022.]

The comprehensive SNKRDUNK authentication process will continue to ensure that all of its
sneakers are 100% authentic, even with the increased volume of sneakers from varied sources. The professionalism of SNKRDUNK’s appraisal process has been recognised and tapped on by Sneaker Con SEA, the famed sneaker conference’s Southeast Asian programme, for its Legit Check service in the sneaker trading pit.

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Sneaker Con SEA Singapore

Jay Mijares
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Sneaker Con SEA Singapore

Sneaker Con, dubbed ‘The Greatest Sneaker Show on Earth,’ will be making its way into Southeast Asia, debuting in Singapore in April 2023 at the Singapore Expo. The event is guaranteed to be jam-packed, showcasing a wide variety of communities to visitors to experience the immersive world of sneakers and street culture.

Established 2009, Sneaker Con’s goal has always been to expand the sneaker community by designing a dedicated marketplace for sneakerheads to talk shop, show off their collections and make trades. Sneaker Con has since celebrated the love for rare designs, coveted drops, and grail-worthy releases by holding over 100 events in over 40 cities around the globe. With the inaugural Sneaker Con SEA taking place in Singapore, the high-octane event aims to attract sneakerheads from around Southeast Asia and bridge the gap between regional and global brands and designers. Special guests coming to the event will be Jeff Staple (STAPLE), Jaysse Lopez (Urban Necessities), Mandeep Chopra (Limited Edt) and Mark Ong (SBTG).

Jeff Staple
Jaysse Lopez
Mandeep Chopra
Mark Ong

The event will go for two full days of fun-filled activities for street culture aficionados. From getting a precious steal at the marketplace to trading for your dream pair of shoes in the trading pit, there is never a dull moment for not just devoted sneakerheads, but devotees of counterculture and fashion fanatics. Attendees and participants alike will have the rare chance to appreciate and experience the transformative culture of sneakers through these Sneaker Con trademark events:

• Marketplace
It is going to be shoes galore at Sneaker Con SEA and the Marketplace is where the bulk of it is at. With over 200 international and local renowned brands and collaborations, the Marketplace will be a thriving ground for like-minded street culture lovers.

• Trading Pit
The backbone of every Sneaker Con, the Trading Pit is where anyone can find their desired kicks or make a quick buck with their trades. Buy, sell or trade your favourite footwear, and network with fellow sneakerheads from the region and beyond.

• Ace of Customs
At Sneaker Con SEA, talent is always celebrated. Ace of Customs is where the stars of the custom sneaker world shine. Participants have the chance to customise sneakers and gain valuable insights from influential judges and personalities from the sneaker community.

• Sneaker Conversations
Take in enriching panel discussions and engage with key opinion leaders and personalities from the sneaker and street culture community.

• Ballin’ and Sk8ing
Basketball, football and skateboarding, have been closely tied with sneaker and street culture over the years, so it is no doubt that these sports will be featured during Sneaker Con SEA.

Sneaker Con SEA will be held at Singapore Expo, Hall 5 from 1–2 April 2023. Tickets are now on sale at sea.sneakercon.com. Follow @sneakercon_sea on Instagram for more updates. Make sure you sign up to our newsletter, so you can stay up to date! For other Event features, click HERE.

The Kickz Stand’s Hit List #53

Derrick Narciso
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The Kickz Stand’s Hit List #53

Briefly tell us your origin story with sneakers. What was the silhouette that got you hooked in?

This would be the Nike Air Jordan 4. As a kid these were very hard to come by (I was living in the Sultanate of Oman in the 80’s at this time) and if you were lucky to get your hands on a pair they came with a pretty hefty price tag. I actually only got into collecting sneakers in 2017 when I just happened to win a pair of Yeezy Zebras. I was drawn to not just the silhouette but the marketing and release process as well as the hype. My collection really took off in 2019. An amazing year that allowed me to relive the 80’s and 90’s all over again. In 2019 I was very lucky to have won the Jordan 4 Bred and the Jordan 6 Infrared through SNS and I picked up the Jordan 11 Bred for retail from a friend later that year.

What is your current rotation like?

It’s varied and depends on the season or weather. Adidas Ultra boost and Yeezys have been my go to for getting errands done around the city, Jordan’s generally for when the wife and I go out as they can be quite versatile by dressing them up or down. I also have a few ASICS Onitsuka Tigers that I’ll wear from time to time.
I’ve been rocking the 9060 model from New Balance a lot recently which is now a regular staple in my rotation.

My current rotation:

2021 Nike Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG ‘Patent Bred’
2022 A Ma Maniére x Air Jordan 4 ‘Violet Ore’
2022 New Balance 9060 ‘Burgundy’
2017 Adidas EQT Support 93/17 ‘Black Glitch’

What is your thought process when creating your amazing sneaker shots?


This hasn’t been easy. I’ve taken inspiration from a lot of people but there is one person in particular who has helped me out a lot – Andy Dutton (@ad_sneaks).
Andy has been very helpful by sharing details around what editing software he uses, tools like lighting and c-stands, lenses he uses and tricks he’s discovered. I work a full time job and I have a family so trying to experiment when I get some free time rarely happens. My nearly 10 year old has several artistic qualities so she’ll also come up with ideas of how to showcase a sneaker. (She came up with the shot show casing the upside down J1 sole rainbow).

My thought process generally entails the sneaker. What are the defining aspects to me that I would like to share with others. I am fascinated with the chunky oversized sole of the NB 9060 and in one of my recent shots of the ‘Nightwatch’ I captained the back of this silhouette to simply highlight the pop of lime green on the outsole and the purple NB logo on the collar. The New Balance inscription in yellow too stood out and I think for me tones the lime green down a little.

Sometimes the shot doesn’t come out as expected but this is all part of my learning process. I can only get better.

—@sneakersandladders

Nike Air Max 90
‘Valentine’s Day’ (2021)
@kicks_and_craze
New Balance 990v3 x @patta_nl
‘Keep Your Family Close’
@kickinitwithgee
Nike Air Penny 1
‘Orlando’
@mugsymag
Nike Craft General Purpose Shoe x @tomsachs
‘Field Brown’
@kickzfigz
Nike Lebron 20
‘All-Star’
@mr.personal.pairs
Reebok Instaump Fury
‘Citron’
@mm.aporo.yy
Jordan 2 Retro ‘
SE Fire Red Denim’
@kidneez
Jordan 1 Retro Low OG SP x @fujiwarahiroshi x @travisscott
@andersontgvi
Jordan 4 Retro PRM Pinnacle
‘Obsidian’
@jumpmanjun23

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G-SHOCK G-SQUAD GBD-H2000 Series

Jay Mijares
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G-SHOCK G-SQUAD GBD-H2000 Series

CASIO announced the latest addition to the sports-driven G-SQUAD line in the G-SHOCK family of shock-resistant watches. The GBD-H2000 delivers support for multiple sports and boasts a lighter weight to ensure an even more comfortable fit. The new GBD-H2000 series will be available in four models.

The shock-resistant GBD-H2000 is equipped with GPS functionality and six sensors to provide support for a wide range of sports activities, yet is 38% lighter than the previous model, the GBD-H1000. Casio achieved the lighter weight design by creating a more compact case with a built-in GPS antenna and carbon fiber-reinforced case back. The result is an even more comfortable fit on the wrist.

The new watch is equipped with GPS functionality and an optical sensor to measure heart rate, as well as a compass, altitude/air pressure sensor, thermo sensor, accelerometer, and gyroscope. These high-end technologies enable measurement of distance, speed, pace, and more to support activities from running and biking to swimming.

Training analysis functions are included along with these activity measurements. Algorithms developed by Polar Electro Oy, a pioneer in the industry which has spent nearly 50 years perfecting the art of personalized guidance in fitness, sport and health, are used to measure the burden on the heart and lungs, analyse ratios of energy used separately for carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, and perform sleep tracking.

Pairing the watch with the dedicated CASIO WATCHES app allows users to review training data from the watch in greater detail, accessing activity logs, advice on improving sleep and more. Solar-assisted charging is also included to improve ease of use, offering time display powered by solar charging even when the battery runs low.

The case, bezel, and band are made with biomass plastics, an eco-friendly material produced using raw materials from castor seeds and corn.

ModelColours
GBD-H2000-1ABlack × Orange
GBD-H2000-1A9Black × Yellow
GBD-H2000-1BBlack × Black
GBD-H2000-2Blue × Orange

The Australian launch of the G-SHOCK G-SQUAD GBD-H2000 will be in the month of April and will be available at selected G-SHOCK local retailers and gshock.com.au. Make sure you sign up to our newsletter for all the latest features. For more CASIO and G-SHOCK features, click HERE.

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