This week, Jordan Brand unleashes the Air Jordan 4 Red Thunder, Prada and adidas add a luxe twist to the adidas Forum, and Nike delivers a wardrobe staple with the Nike Air Huarache Off Noir. Find out which sneaker releases are the most popular, most expensive, and which are coming your way in this latest installment of The Drop List.
Best Sneakers This Week
Air Jordan 11 Cool Grey
At this point, the Air Jordan 11 Cool Grey could become a permanent fixture of this section for the number of consecutive weeks it’s been on top. It’s been five weeks now and the Cool Grey is still the most sold sneaker of the week. Being that only a few sneakers have released in the past week, this news should be no surprise. But with bigger and bolder sneaker releases on the horizon, we may see this sneaker move soon.
adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 Beluga Reflective
For the second week in a row, the adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 Beluga Reflective has been right behind the Cool Grey as one of the most popular sneakers on StockX. There have not been many Yeezy releases announced for January quite yet, so there is a good chance the Beluga will hold the top spot for Yeezys for weeks to come.
Most Expensive Sneaker This Week
Air Jordan 3 DJ Khaled Grateful
This week, a pair of the Air Jordan 3 DJ Khaled Grateful sold for a whopping $14,000, marking its highest valuation in over four years. While the Grateful 3s resale price is among the most high, it is not the most expensive DJ Khaled PE of all time. That honor belongs to the Air Jordan 3 DJ Khaled Father of Asahd.
Best Sneakers Releasing This Week
Air Jordan 4 Red Thunder
Originally slated to release last December, the Air Jordan 4 Red Thunder is finally here to jumpstart a year filled with anticipated Jordan 4 colorways.
The Air Jordan 4 Red Thunder draws inspiration from the 2006 Air Jordan 4 Thunder with its muted black Durabuck construction but swaps yellow accents for bright red. A signature “Flight” woven tongue tag and Jumpman heel tab nod to the Jordan 4 Retro design of the mid-2000s. At the base, a red and black sole with a clear Air unit in the heel complete the design.
The Air Jordan 4 Red Thunder releases on Saturday, January 15th for $190 on the SNKRS app and in select Jordan retailers.
Prada x adidas Forum
Prada and adidas continue their collaborative efforts with the Prada x adidas Forum collection.
Arriving in both high-top and low-top silhouettes, the Prada x adidas Forum collection references Prada’s renowned nylon bags and pouches on a classic 80s silhouette. Each design arrives in a monotone white or black palette and is composed of recycled nylon and smooth leather. Detachable Prada pouches with zipper enclosures provide extra storage for compact items of your choice. From there, embossed Prada branding on the tongue embellishes the collaboration.
The Prada x adidas Forum collection releases on Thursday, January 13th for retail prices ranging from $850 to $1,120 on the adidas website and in select stores.
Nike Air Huarache Off Noir
If you are looking for a new shoe for everyday wear, the Nike Air Huarache Off Noir might be a good option.
First off, the neutral look of the Nike Air Huarache Off Noir will complement any outfit you throw its way. Its neoprene and Durabuck construction is versatile enough for a variety of settings ranging from lunch downtown to the gym. Plus the slip-on capabilities of the silhouette make it a perfect shoe to have by your door, just in case you need to head out in a hurry.
The Nike Air Huarache Off Noir releases on Wednesday, January 12th for $135 on the SNKRS app and in select retailers.
adidas Y-3 Runner 4D Core Black White
adidas and Yohji Yamamoto’s sublabel Y-3 explores form-fitting design with the adidas Y-3 Runner 4D Core Black White.
From top to bottom, the adidas Y-3 Runner 4D Core Black White embraces a more abstract aesthetic than Y-3 designs have in the past. Its upper is composed of two layers of knit material: Primeknit and a loose-knit mesh outer layer acting as a kind of knit cage. The signature adidas three stripe branding is subtly displayed with white strings contrasting their black backdrop. Finally, a thick 3D-printed sole with spiked grooves adds the finishing touch.
The adidas Y-3 Runner 4D Core Black White releases on Saturday, January 15th for $400 on the adidas website.
Reebok Zig Kintetica II Edge Pack
Reebok promotes outdoor exploration with the Reebok Zig Kintetica II Edge pack.
Arriving in both men’s and women’s iterations, the Reebok Zig Kintetica II Edge pack is prepared to take on any environment. A woodgrain pattern smothers the base of each upper, while green and brown leather overlays add a slight contrast. A sleek Zig Kinetica midsole enhances cushioning for high impact. From there, a black Vibram outsole provides traction geared for any condition. This is a great sneaker for anyone hopping on the shrouded hiking sneaker trend.
The Reebok Zig Kintetica II Edge pack releases on Saturday, January 15th for $130 on the Reebok website.