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There are many sneakers in our closets that were created as an update to a specific predecessor. For example, the recently-released Air Jordan Alpha 1 is simply an updated, player-friendly version of the classic Air Jordan I model.<\/p>\n

With that said, we dug into the sneaker vaults to see what other sneakers were created as an update to a classic shoe that cannot be particularly used in a gym these days. Do you see any Nike Blazers or Air Force 1s on the court these days? No. however, you will see a few Blazer 2K9s and Air Force 25s from time to time. Click here to view our list of<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Original: Air Jordan I ——- Update: Air Jordan Alpha 1
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The recently-released Air Jordan Alpha 1 starts our updated classics list off. Its predecessor, the Air Jordan I started it all 25 years ago. Seeing that Jordan’s 1st signature shoe is not considered the most comfortable sneaker to play basketball in these days, Jordan Brand simply gave it player-friendly attributes and labeled it the Air Jordan Alpha 1. It features a full length Zoom Air bag, perforated leather, minimal stitching and a mesh inner lining<\/p>\n

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Original: Reebok Kamikaze II ——- Update: Reebok Kamikaze 2010
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The Reebok Kamikaze II was already considred a great sneaker style-wise and technology-wise. It possessed Hexalite cushioning which gave it a comfortable ride, impact resistance as well as lightweight capacity. Therefore, the soon-to-be-released Reebok Kamikaze 2010 will be even more player-friendly. It contains anti-friction lining, traditional herringbone outsole, custom stability foot plate and molding foam in the midsole.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Original: Converse Weapon ——- Update: Converse Weapon EVO
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When the Converse Weapon first released, it was considered one of the better performance-ready sneakers on the market. It contained second-to-none stability and a Y Bar system which extends the exterior of the upper around the ankle locking the heel in place and minimizing slipping on the foot bed. However, Converse released the Weapon EVO and incorporated a new technology dubbed the Converse Ball Technology<\/em>. This technology utilizes multiple polyurethane balls in the heel that indirectly correlate with the player?s impact. We wonder what Magic Johnson and Larry Bird would have been able to do with these updates!<\/p>\n

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Original: Nike Air Max 90 ——- Update: Nike Air Max 90 Current
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The Air Max 90 is easily one of the better running sneakers ever assembled although no one really runs in these sneaker no more. Therefore, Nike designed the Nike Air Max 90 Current in hopes of seeing some runners pick them up for their primary purpose. They added the ever-so-popular flywire application and also incorporated a Free Sole giving it more of a lightweight capacity.<\/p>\n

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Original: Air Jordan VII ——- Update: Jordan True Flight
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The Air Jordan VII continues to be a favorite amongst many basketball players. It featured Huarache technology and was the first Jordan sneaker to own a neoprene sockliner. However, if you’re one of those that wants to keep your Air Jordan 7s on ice, then the Jordan True Flight is considred a great substitute for it. It owns Zoom Air cushioning, 360-degree traction and a rubber outsole.<\/p>\n

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Original: Adidas Top Ten ——- Update: Adidas Top Ten LT
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The Adidas Top Ten was a very popular sneaker in 1979 when it debuted. Former basketball superstar Rick Barry helped Adidas create this classic. It provides excellent ankle support, herringbone traction and comfortable padding. The updated version, dubbed the Top Ten LT, featured a rubber sole, a Foreflex-cut upper for optimal foot flex and most of all an ankle-saver padding.<\/p>\n

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Original: Adidas ZX8000 ——- Update: Adidas ZX8000
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The Adidas ZX8000 is one of, if not the best running sneaker to come out of the Adidas vault. Adidas re-released this sneaker and gave it a plethora of up-to-date attributes. For example, the newer version possesses a shock-absorbent heel area and lightweight absorbent elastic toe region. The mesh upper lining gives the shoe added ventilation, while the ‘Torsion’ feature protects the midfoot region.<\/p>\n

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Original: Reebok Pump Omni Lite ——- Update: Reebok Pump Omni Hexride
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Dee Brown made the Reebok Pump Omni Lite popular as he did his memorable blindfolded Dunk in these sneakers. Therefore, they must already be player-friendly, right? Reebok designed the Pump Omni Hexride afterwards and simply gave it more of a basketball feel…literally. They added features such as lightweight cushioning, a TPU heelclip, a IMEVA midsole? and a high abrasion midsole. A year ago, players such as Yao Ming, Allen Iverson and Jason Terry sported this shoe.<\/p>\n

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Original: Nike Air Classic BW ——- Update: Nike Air Max BW Gen II
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The Nike Air Classic BW will receive an update this year by way of the Air Max BW Gen II.<\/strong> The newly-designed Torch technology will make its debut this year through this shoe, the Air Force 1 and others. It possesses small holes in the forefoot Free sole. Also, mesh is incorporated for extra breathability.<\/p>\n

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Original: Nike Air Trainer SC ——- Update: Nike Air Trainer SC 2010
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The Nike Air Trainer SC will always be considered a do-it-all classic sneaker. It was already considered a futuristic, player-friendly sneaker (and a nice casual wear as well), however, Nike added some up-to-date technology for the Nike Air Trainer SC 2010. It uses technology such as Flywire and a Free sole giving a more modern feel.<\/p>\n


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Original: Nike Air Force 1 ——- Update: Nike Air Force 25
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The Nike Air Force 1 was first considered a basketball when Bruce Kilgore designed it in 1982; however, since then, it has become everything but that in the sneaker community. Enter in the Nike Air Force 25. Nike created this sneaker for the 25th anniversary of the previously mentioned Air Force 1. Nike attempted to stay true to the Air Force 1 heritage while still updating the technology. Some of its updated features include a cupwall (heel of the shoe), a Phylon midsole, a <\/span> full-length inner sleeve construction and a <\/span>midfoot carbon fiber shank just to name a few.
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Original: Reebok Kamikaze ——- Update: Reebok ATR Pump Kamikaze
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The Reebok Kamikaze was Shawn Kemp’s signature sneaker during the 1994-95 NBA season. Thanks to his improved season that year, a lot of fans started paying attention to his feet. Therefore, it quickly became a sought-after basketball shoe. The Reebok ATR Pump Kamikaze was derived from Kemp’s first signature sneaker and features updated attributes in an attempt to make it more comfortable. Reebok incorporated DMX technology and added cushioned sock liner.<\/p>\n

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Original: Adidas Originals Collection ——- Update: Adidas Millennium Collection
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All of the Adidas Originals sneakers considered classic many people’s eyes. However, we must applaud Adidas for making updated, performance-ready basketball sneakers out of their darling sneakers. Models such as the Nastase, Stan Smith, Superstar, Samba and the Pro Model were all revamped and became sought-after basketball kicks. Specifically, the Adidas Pro Model turned many heads as evident by a lot of basketball teams sporting them as a team shoe.<\/p>\n

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Original: Nike Blazer ——- Update: Nike Blazer 2K9
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Although the Nike Blazer was considered a basketball when it first released in 1972, it became a lifestyle, casual-wear type sneaker to many sneaker enthusiasts (think about it…how many people do you see hooping in the Blazer these days). However, in 2009, Nike incorporated Huarache technology to the Blazer and labeled it the Blazer 2K9. Nike added a EVA midsole and a rubber outsole for extreme durability and traction.<\/p>\n

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Original: Nike Air Max 1 ——- Update: Nike Air Maxim 1
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The Nike Air Max 1 is undoubtedly one of the best sneakers ot ever come out of the Nike vault. It can easily be considered as one of the sneakers that changed the game. So, how could it possibly get any better you ask? Nike supplied the Air Maxim 1 with second to none lightweight attributes.<\/strong> Specifically, it weighs in at 10.4 ounces thanks to the Acespan Mesh on the side panels and the screen printed Swoosh. Other updated features include a three-piece injected Phylon midsole which provides cushion and support.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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