Thanks to SOLEblvd reader “a”, we now know what New Balance 998s Kanye West has been wearing in London during fashion week. The sneaker in question is actually a 997.5, not a 998 and stems from collaboration between New Balance and high-fashion Japan based store United Arrows.

U.S distribution was minimal for these, but if you can’t live without them, the sneakers are available HERE for about $183. Detailed flicks below.
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Call it midnight madness. The Rivington Club x New Balance 1300’s just went on sale around 15 minutes ago, and you don’t even have to wait in line to get ‘em. Three colorways, grey, teal, and white are all available now for $165.

If you’re looking to score a pair, cop them Here before the beasts run wild. Also, make sure you tell the virtual Kunle we said what up. More pics after the cut.
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• Undefeated will release two New Balance H574J’s exclusively to its Japanese flagship locations. Dubbed the “Man vs. Wild Pack” the sneakers are a hybrid of a NB 574 and a H710 hiking boot. [Hypebeast]

• Note to Supra: If you don’t want upcoming sneakers leaked, don’t give Terry Kennedy his own signature shoe. The latest colorway unveiled is the trusty black/red. [Nice Kicks]

• Oh man, everyone’s going to go nuts when these Air Jordan I High Black/Infrared’s drop on January 31, 2009. [Sneaker News]

• DC Life Holiday is trying to get that Kobe number, but is playing more like Sam Bowie in his prime. Ugh. [High Snobiety]

• He makes hit records, but his sneaker design skills are kinda sub-par. For all you Stans out there, “The Way I Am” Jordan 2 that Eminem came up will release to airjordanflightclub members on 12/18/08. [Paul Rosenberg]

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• realmadHECTIC and mita get down with New Balance again on these bright MT580s that scream “ I can’t run fast, I just want you to look at me!”. [Hypebeast]

• Remember when Penny Hardaway was playing for the Heat? Better yet, remember Lil’ Penny? Check out this red/black/orange colorway of the Penny 2. [KicksOnFire]

• If it’s broke, don’t fix it. Supra continues to get that Gold Skytop money. [High Snobiety]

• If you want to get into the club with sneakers on, here are some options from Clae that will gain you 40/40 access. Leave the gun, take the kicks, Plaxico. [Nice Kicks]

• Eff the Gucci loafers, go with these Air Force II premiums, that should be hitting Nike Sportswear stores very soon. [Complex]

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