Though the Jordan XII Flu Game does not release until November 28, 2009 (the day after ‘Black Friday’), our friends at Uptempo Air have restocked full-size-runs in both Youth and Mens sizes. Mens pairs are still priced at retail with free shipping and Youth sizes are priced $5 under retail with free shipping. Via UTA

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If you haven’t heard about Crooked Tongues then it’s about time you listened up. Britain-based shoe store/sneaker connoisseurs Crooked Tongues has gained a lot of popularity, especially with their project for the Reebok 20th Anniversary Pump. CT will be celebrating their expansion by holding a huge contest. The reward is 52 pairs of free shoes for every week of the year. That’s right, 52 pairs, not 12 shoes for a year like we’ve seen before. All you have to do is fill out a small questionnaire at the CT site and you’re automatically entered in. The contest starts today and lasts until Christmas Eve. Get your submissions in for your chance at perhaps the largest shoe contest ever! Big props to Crooked Tongues. Enter here.

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As Michael Jordan’s Hall of Fame induction nears, Air Jordans will continue to release in celebration of his finest career moments. Scheduled to release next Saturday are the “Hall of Fame” Air Jordan Six Rings. As far as the Six Rings fusions go, these are one of the most limited pairs to release. The pair also has the most detail of the 6 Rings series; most noticeably on the mid-sole, which highlights the unbeatable facts of Jordan’s career. The shoes are now available at UTA for the suggested retail price of $175 (with free shipping).

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Eddie Cruz is the face of the Undefeated (UNDFTD) brand and sneaker boutiques. Recently, our friend fell ill and had emergency surgery to remove a benign brain tumor. Known for his winning spirit, Eddie has been Twittering with tremendous inspiration while updating us regarding his recovery. On behalf the Sneaker Files staff, we wish Eddie a speedy rehabilitation. -Steve Kluback

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In the spring of 2000 Jordan Brand made an everlasting footprint in sneaker culture history by retroing the Air Jordan V in the never-before-seen Laney colorway, paying homage to MJ’s time at Laney High School. The Laney V instantly became a classic and favorite of many sneakerheads worldwide. More than nine years later, the closest thing so far to an answered prayer for a second Laney V release is becoming available thanks to places like LaceLocked. Jordan Brand is once again commemorating His Airness’ historic NBA career with a hybrid shoe that draws inspiration from all of the signature series Jordan kicks in which number 23 scored 60 or more points. Make sure to stay on top of this release of the Air Jordan 60+ Laney with the help of us here at SneakerFiles.

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The highly anticipated, first-ever Nike Sportswear store in Chicago has finally opened its doors to the public. AKIN celebrated its grand opening on Saturday with raffles, giveaways, performances, live music and a Nike Sportswear Spring 2010 fashion show. AKIN also introduced its own brand and launched several independent brands like Potential Villain, Kiks TYO, Wrong Wroks and Royal Mindset. During the opening, there were several past releases that caught people by surprise. One of the eye-catchers was the World Cup AF1 Pack in full size runs and older patent leather Air Force 1’s that released in April 2006. Not only does AKIN cater to the Nike Head, but they also pay attention to the Jordan Head with box prices for just about every release that has been in demand these past few years. AKIN also carries Converse, Puma, Adidas, Countdown Packs, limited Quickstrikes, and other heat you may have missed - all for retail. They most likely will have your size, but call and check first. Enough with the talk though, this is a place you will have to check out for yourself.

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Last Year, Sneakerfiles introduced the first ever sneaker boutique and barbershop establishment called Born with soul (Kuts and Kicks) for their grand opening recap. Now, the shop that was featured on CNBC and Slam Magazine will be having their 1 year anniversary in collaboration with Sneakerfiles.com in Chicago this coming Sunday. Born with Soul will also be releasing their first shop tee’s in limited quantities.  DJ’s in line will be Hollywood Holt, Vic Lloyd from LDRS and more. There will also be a Midwest ISS and Niketalk summit in the same place.

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