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As sneaker lovers, we are always looking over our shoulders for the latest design, fad, style and\/or silhouette; however, this year, most of the brands brought us some classic sneakers we will never forget no matter how many new releases we come across. Since this is Thanksgiving (Happy Thanksgiving to all of our readers!), we should all have something to be thankful for; therefore, our staff has compiled a list of the top 15 sneakers we are thankful for to see re-release after a long hiatus.<\/p>\n

Click here to view 15 classics that have or will soon surface this year. We have also included a bonus after our last sneaker that is not an actual sneaker. Yet, many are happy it returned this year.<\/p>\n

**Note**<\/strong> This list is in no particular order; however, we would like to see your order in the comment section after the jump.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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#15 – Air Jordan 12 “Nubuck”
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The Air Jordan 12 Nubuck begins our list of sneakers we’re most thankful for returning this year. Originally releasing in 2003, this sneaker catapulted a few trends when it first released. It was the first shoe to be sold exclusively online; the first shoe to be sold in a package and the first retro Jordans that surpassed the $200 mark at retail. In addition, this “Nubuck” 12, which re-released this year in May, kick started the multiple Air Jordan 12 releases this year to many people’s liking.<\/p>\n

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#14 – Nike Air Max 1 Original Colorways
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We have seen colorway after colorway of the Nike Air Max 1; some have undeniably captured our eyes, while others have made us turn our cheek. However, it is safe to say the original Air Max 1 colorways left a lasting, positive? impression on the sneaker culture. Specifically, it became an inspiration to a majority of the sneakers we love today. Therefore, it was good to see these OGs return this past summer.<\/p>\n

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#13 – Nike Air Total Max Uptempo
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Obviously, Nike Basketball is heading in the right direction with its latest silhouettes such as the Hyperize, Hyperdunk, Kobe IV and Air Max LeBron VII just to name a few. However, sneakers such as the Air Total Max Uptempo remind us of Nike Basketball’s glory days. Originally releasing in 1997, this shoe was one of Nike’s most popular basketball models as it was worn by the likes of Tim Duncan, Reggie Miller and others.<\/p>\n

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#12 – Adidas ZX8000
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The original colorway of the Adidas ZX8000 is a questionable pick seeing that its actual re-release will be during the spring of 2010. However, this month, 50 pairs will be made available at select retailers in Europe. All in all, this particular sneaker hasn’t been seen since 1988 making it one of the oldest retros on our list. After seeing the infamous Adidas aZX Project release last year, it is good to see the original shoe follow up.<\/p>\n

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#11 – Nike Air Max 95
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Much like the previously mentioned Air Max 1s, there are some sneakers we will never lose sight of no matter how many new styles and colorways release. The classic Air Max 95 colorways, such as the “Mint”, “Chili”, “Fresh Water” and the “Team Orange”, all released periodically throughout this year. In addition, many are setting their eyes on the “Comet” and “Slate” colorways for 2010.<\/p>\n

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#10 – Nike Air Trainer SC
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Unless you have been living under a rock, you know that Nike has honored the legendary Bo Jackson a number of times this year. Yet, this Oakland Raiders inspired Trainer SC may hold more value than any of the other Bo Knows sneakers. Originally releasing in 1990, this shoe began a new direction for the ‘Trainer’ series and kick started the classic ‘Bo Knows’ campaign.<\/p>\n

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#9 – Bobbito Garcia x Pro-Keds
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The Bobbito Garcia x Pro-Keds Royal Flash may hold the most historical meaning of any sneaker on this list. We have shown to interviews, videos and numerous photos of everything this shoe stands for. Therefore, this shoe demands a spot on this list because of the story it tells and what it meant to many sneaker heads back in the day.<\/p>\n

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#8 – Nike Air Penny II Atlantic
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Many of you were on the fence about the newly-designed copper Air Penny II that recently released; however, there is no denying that the Atlantic Air Penny II is arguably the best colorway of Penny’s second signature shoe. After releasing three original colorways of this shoe last year, it was nice to see this particular colorway back to top it all off.<\/p>\n

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#7 – Converse Weapon
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The Converse Weapon EVO may not have the biggest impact on basketball; however, the original Weapon model put Converse Basketball on the map. The instant classic basketball sneaker originally released in 1985. Since then, it has been re-released in 2002 and this year. In 1985, the Weapon was backed and fueled by one of the strongest basketball campaigns created. Magic Johnson and Larry Bird, the two most recognizable stars in the NBA during that time, appeared in many Converse Weapon advertisements and also wore the sneaker. It was also in 1985 that the Los Angeles Lakers won the title over the Boston Celtics.<\/p>\n

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#6 – Air Jordan 3 “True Blue”
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The Air Jordan 3 “True Blue” may have left a bad taste in your mouth seeing that it never really made to the states this year. Instead, it released overseas in abundance throughout Europe and Asia. However, let’s not be selfish Americans! We’re still thankful for it returning for the first time just short of eight years.<\/p>\n

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#5- Air Jordan 12 White\/Red
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The Air Jordan 12 Retro White\/Red is arguably the most sought-after Jordan release not named the “Space Jam” (Speaking of…keep on clicking). This is one of those shoes where one may remember certain instances in Jordan’s career while he was wearing these. Originally releasing in 1997, Jordan lead the Bulls to their fifth championship while wearing this sneaker. This is one of two sneaker on our list that will release later this year.<\/p>\n

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#4 – Reebok PUMP OG
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All hail to the Reebok PUMP! Reebok strategically planned an all-out marketing tecnique for the PUMP this year by collaborating with a number of boutiques and brands. However, in the midst of all the joint efforts, Reebok released the original colorways of this sneaker. After 20 years, it is safe to say Reebok created one of the most legendary technologies to ever be deployed in a shoe.<\/a><\/p>\n

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#3 – Nike Air Griffey Max 1 “Fresh Water”
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Much like the aforementioned Air Trainer SC, we must applaud Nike for honoring a legendary athlete again. The Nike Air Griffey Max 1 retro release holds a special value seeing that 2009 marks his 20th year in the MLB. It also owns special praise seeing that Griffey ultimately made it back to the very team that he shared his glory years with.<\/p>\n

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#2 – Nike Air Foamposite One “Eggplant”
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The Foamposite “Eggplant” is not actually a retro; however, the excitement of the overall Foamposite model returning is one we cannot pass up. This particular sneaker, which released at the beginning of 2009, may be the only one that can rival the return of the ________ (need we say more? Check the next page for the blank answer). Also, judging by the way you are anticipating the Copper Foamposite, we think you will be ok with this choice.<\/p>\n

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#1 – Air Jordan 11 “Space Jam”
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The blank in which we left vacant on the last page is obviously the almighty Air Jordan 11 Retro “Space Jam”. There is not a more sought after sneaker for 2009. Many of you have been saving money up for this release since we heard that it was releasing earlier this year. We last saw this sneaker in 2000. Now, 10 years and $50 more dollars later, it is back to many people’s excitement. Is this the sneaker you’re most thankful for returning in ’09?<\/p>\n

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Bonus – Retro Card
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Although this is literally not a sneaker, most would agree that it is nice to see the retro card incorporated in the Jordan releases again. Many of us used to value the retro card as much as the shoes themselves (well, not exactly). However, to some, the retro card makes the Jordans you value so much all the more special<\/p>\n

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Now its up to you to decide. Which one of these 15 are you most thankful for returning?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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