Originally released in 1997, the third sneaker in the Penny Hardaway line, Nike foamposite made a huge impact with its new inventive technology. Injection of a molded foam upper boot gave them a signature look. The demand for these sneakers in the sneaker community had Nike decide to have them come back to the market along with different colour choices.
Being a sign of wealth in the athletic community, in the past year there has been fights over sneakers such as these Nike foamposites. With the recent Nike retail price increase by $10, these sneakers retail at whopping $220USD with limited quantities. With the remaining hype of the movie He Got Game, a film written and directed by Spike Lee staring Denzel Washington and Ray Allen (Boston Celtics NBA) in 1998. Jesus Shuttlesworth and his cousin Booger wear these original shoes on the street basketball court to practice in the projects in Coney Island. Thereafter to go on to win the high school championship.
On February 4th 2012 you can find a new release of these Nike Foamposites in a Valentine’s colour way. The official colour way is Varsity Red/White-Black. Anticipated by many in the online community expected to sell out on the major sellers on release day.
So don’t sleep, check them out on the weekend!
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