Posts Tagged ‘Basketball’
Written by KineticShift on 19 March 2013
Adidas has introduced its new Crazyquick performance footwear line, which the company touts as being the latest innovation designed specifically to help make athletes quicker. This includes a line for basketball, football, running and training; and each gives athletes better controlled flexibility, better traction and optimal foot lockdown. So while it is good that Adidas is thinking of the “Quick” part, there are a whole lot of athletes that probably don’t need any help on the “crazy” part.
Crazyquick Official News Site
Tags: Adidas, Basketball, football, Footwear, Running, Shoes, Training
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Written by KineticShift on 16 March 2013
Climbing Tower
From GearJunkie: Industrial Wasteland Transformed into Climbing Paradise (in Buffalo, NY)
Buffalo, New York, isn’t a climbing hot spot, but it appears that could be about to change. A project dubbed Silo City Rocks is renovating a 100-year-old grain elevator on the Buffalo River into one of the largest and most unique climbing facilities in North America. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: back country, Basketball, Buffalo River, combat, Guillermo Cervera, March Madness, rock climbing, Silo City Rocks, skiing, snack foods, surf, surfing
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Written by KineticShift on 11 March 2013
Last week we reported on a soccer ball that can harness energy from play. The 94Fifty practice basketball from InfoMotion Sports Technologies can’t do that but it can provide a variety of feedback data and help coaches and players determine what part of the game might need some work.
The ball can reportedly measure various factors such as how accurately and quickly a player is shooting, the quality of the backspin, the amount of arc on a shot and even the force and speed of a dribble. All this can be used to help players improve their game. The ball is equipped with a Bluetooth transmitter and can work in conjunction with a companion app.
The ball isn’t ready for the court just yet, but the inventors have launched a Kickstarter campaign and hope to have players dribbling with it very soon. Video after the jump
Tags: 94Fifty Practice Basketball, App, Basketball, Bluetooth, InfoMotion Sports Technologies, KickStarter
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Written by KineticShift on 06 December 2012
Michael Jordan has been off the court for a while now, but don’t expect his signature “Air Jordans” to come down anytime soon. The shoes, which were first launched in 1985 have evolved over the years, and the latest have been spotted – a bit like a UFO. The Air Jordan XX8 fittingly has an “other-worldly” look thanks to the Schoeller mesh that provides a snug fit. Designed for serious basketball, these feature a molded carbon fiber heel counter and Jordan Flight Plate that will help wearer’s react on the court. The Air Jordan XX8 will be ready to take off this winter.
Nike Store: Jordan Shoes Official Website
Tags: Air Jordan, Air Jordan XX8, Basketball, Footwear, Michael Jordan, Shoes
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Written by Peter Suciu on 30 November 2012
The ionic Converse Chuck Taylors aren’t as common on the basketball courts these days, but the shoes remain popular off the court for skaters and anyone who wants a shoe that could survive for seemingly ever. One thing the canvas shoes have never been so good in is snow and mud. But the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Made in Maine Boot looks as if it could endure just about anything. The only catch is that the company is releasing just 80 pair that will be made available at select Converse and First String retailers. However, we did note that Converse has a lot of other boot options ready for the holidays.
Converse Official Website
Tags: Basketball, Chuck Taylor, Converse, Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Made in Maine BootChuck Taylor, Shoes
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Written by KineticShift on 16 November 2012
Want to look like the NBA pros on Christmas Day? Adidas will help you out with the new Adidas Big Color NBA Jerseys, which are $90 each and are available for all 10 teams that will take to the court. These feature the same monochromatic color scheme with just a hint of accent color in the solid color logos, names and numbers. These are available now from the NBA Store
Adidas Big Color NBA Jerseys
Tags: Adidas Big Color NBA Jerseys, Basketball, Christmas Day, NBA
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Written by KineticShift on 10 October 2012
The Air Jordan apparently has been deflated, but Nike is still in the game – introducing the Nike Lebron X in honor of LeBron James’ first NBA championship, and the first signature shoe to offer Nike+ Baskeball support. This shoe actually lets you track in-game activity to an iPhone, and is reportedly the first Nike shoe to feature the full-length visible Nike Zoom unit. It offers Hyperfuse construction with a one-piece upper, and Flywire technology to provide secure fit while still feeling lightweight.
Nike Lebron X Official Website
Tags: Basketball, LeBron James, NBA, Nike, Nike Basketball, Nike Lebron X, Nike Zoom
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Written by Enid Burns on 06 August 2012
We’ve been hearing about ClimaCool technology a lot, and probably own a few garments with the fabric. Since it plays a big role in Olympic uniforms, adidas provided some information on how its constructed, tested, and the benefits of the wicking fabric. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Adidas, athletics, Badminton, Basketball, beach volleyball, Canoe, ClimaCool, Cycling, football, handball, Hockey, Kayak, London 2012 Olympics, Olympics, Table tennis, taekwondo, Tennis, volleyball
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Written by KineticShift on 07 July 2012
Olympic Tech Help
From The Guardian: London 2012 Olympics: How athletes use technology to win medals
Ever since the first ancient Greek chipped away at a lump of stone to give it the smooth, aerodynamic properties of a discus, sportsmen and engineers have been looking at ways to enhance performance – while some of those denied medals have been crying foul. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Basketball, Cycling, Kevin Durant, London, NBA, Olympics, Peter Sagan, Running, Russell Westbrook, Tour de France
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Written by KineticShift on 01 March 2012
Last week we posted about Nike’s knit shoes, and now the company has gone to the other extreme with Nike+ Basketball and Nike+ Training shoes that are digital! The shoes feature a sensor system that can sync with software to provide wearer’s with detailed information to help during training and to track performance. Video after the jump
Tags: App, Basketball, digital, Mobile Phone, Nike, smartphone, Track My Game, Training
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Written by Enid Burns on 22 February 2012
Now that the winter that never really happened starts to get closer to spring, Nike is announcing several new styles and updates on shoes, uniforms and other products. The spring is about to get into gear. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Basketball, Flyknit, football, Footwear, futball, Hyper Elite, Lunarlon, Nike, recycled plastic, recycled polyester, Running, Soccer
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Written by KineticShift on 22 November 2011
Converse DEFCON
While the lockout may be keeping the pros off the court, Converse is still in the game with a new line of basketball shoes. The Converse DEFCON and Pro Leather 2K11 shoes feature ConTain Fit Technology in the upper, unique to Converse, which first appeared in the Star Player Evo shoe. These form a lightweight brace around the foot and providing breathable structural support and cushioning. ConTain Fit further contours the foot and transfers all physical force directly to the traction system for increased on-court mobility.
The Converse DEFCON shoe, which is named after the military term identifying defense readiness, was built for players to quickly transition from offense to defense. The DEFCON shoes further integrate the upper and midsole with direct-inject EVA foam for lightness, breathability and containment, and also comes with an OrthoLite sockliner providing long-lasting comfort during extended wear. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Basketball, ConTain Fit, Converse, DEFCON, Footwear, Pro Leather 2K11, Shoes, Star Player Evo
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Written by Enid Burns on 28 October 2011
In November Nike plans to introduce the Nike Zoom KDIV Nerf Edition as part of the Kevin Durant line of Nike shoes. When Nike says Nerf, it means it. The shoes are identifiable by the use of Hasbro’s Nerf brand iconic graphics and bright colors. Black is the backdrop for a blue instep with a bright orange swish and sole detail. Highlights of green in the sole and trim top the shoes off in an eye-catching package.
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Tags: Adaptive Fit system, Basketball, Hasbro, hyperfuse, Kevin Durant, Nerf, Nike, Nike Zoom KDIV Nerf Edition, Zoom Air
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