Combining two sneaker models in attemps to create an updated product has become a disturbingly prevalent trend of the sneaker industry over the past couple of years. Some call it a lack of creativity and others are overjoyed by the fact that they can find their two favorite sneakers in one pair. Referred to as hybrids or fusions, the Nike Alphalution & Nike Sharkalaid are two Nike Basketball sneakers that will release in 2009. The Nike Alphalution is the product of the combination between the Nike Alpha Force and the Nike Air Revolution. The Sharkalaid is the hybrid between the Nike Air Shake and the Nike Air Raid, two of the elite outdoor basketball sneakers ever produeced by Nike. The Nike Alphalution features a clear air bubble under the heel and a strap on top of the laces in order to provide comfort and support. On the other hand, the Nike Sharkalaid includes a rubber outsole and two straps which provide players with the traction and flexibility needed to play on outdoor courts. The Nike Alphalution will retail for $100 and the Sharkalid for $88. Both models are expected to release in Summer of 2009. Via NT.

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Nike has released countless colorways of the Nike Air Flight 89 over the years and most have sold extremely well, but others have fallen under the radar and have gone unnoticed by many sneakerheads. This pair has not been given much attention to as of late due to the simplistic colorway of white and black. What may not immediately be noticed on this pair is the fact that the colorway is simple, but the materials used are very diverse and unique. Including materials such as suede, regular leather, and a unique lined leather, the uniqueness of this pair lies within the details. This colorway of the Nike Air Flight 89 yields a white upper accented by a black toebox, swoosh, and midsole. These are now available at select Nike retailers. Via LTD.

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Nike has conjured up a recipe for success with their Hyperdunk which has been displayed in countless variations including this San Antonio Spurs-like model pictured above. This Hyperdunk is primarily composed of black with white surrounding the swoosh and appearing on the laces and sole. However, shades of grey appear at the sides of this popular sneaker. Now available at Finishline.

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Crafted by Nike Basketball Senior Designer Leo Chang the Nike Bluechip is among the team-oriented options available for the ’08-’09 hoops season. The model has been released in a bevy of color schemes suitable for any high school, but now, we’re beginning to see player exclusive joints drops at Footlocker’s monopolized House of Hoops.

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The Olympic Birds Nest Stadium Pack has featured in various classic styles and is now seen on the Nike Huarache ‘08. Featuring the same abstract pattern of the Birds Nest Stadium, this Huarache ‘08 sports a black suede upper along with blue and purple accents. Nike has focused a lot of attention on the upcoming Olympics and have extended their designs to new models, a great technique to raise awareness in some of the overlooked styles. Available now at Footlocker and other Nike retailers.

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