At the tender age of 18, Lebron James inked a $90 million contract with Nike to be the exclusive outfitter of his footwear and clothing needs for 7 years. This was the largest shoe deal ever made and especially for an 18 year old. The first Lebron James shoes were released only months after the deal was made.
The Lebron James shoes deal was far larger than the one Nike made with Michael Jordan. Jordan received only a 5 year, $2.5 million dollar contract. Lebron James earned more than 25 times more per year with his sneaker deal than Jordan did with his Lebron James shoes!
Nike has released 3 models of the Air Zoom Lebron series so far as well as many exclusive Lebron Air Force Ones and a few special edition Lebron James Dunks SB. Keep your eyes open and your wallet full, there are many more exclusive colorways coming out of each model including SVSM colorways of every model of Lebron James
shoes.
The Zoom LeBron VI, This is the 2008-2009 signature shoe made by Nike for the NBA superstar Lebron James to wear in the basketball court, the newest of the signature line, is the most versatile shoe for the most versatile athlete-LeBron James.
At 6-foot-8, LeBron can play all five positions. Basketball players need footwear that is not only cushioned but also durable and needs to last the length of the season. The Zoom LeBron VI not only has a full-length Nike Zoom unit in the midsole for the ultimate responsive ride, but also has Nike Zoom double-stacked in the heel. The cushioning system helps the forefoot for transition when jumping. Deep sipes in the shoe allow for natural motion, which means the shoe works with the athlete's movement, rather than against it. On the collar, graffiti art highlights LeBron's mantras-passion, family, winning, fearless, and vision.
The new Zoom LeBron VI:
* Lightweight natural motion outsole
* Carbon-fiber cup in the heel for stability
* Double-stacked Nike Zoom in the heel
* Full-length Nike Zoom
Zoom Lebron V
To say that LeBron has a hand in the making of his shoe is like saying he had a
hand in beating Detroit in Game 5. At the end of the season, he gives Nike
instruction on what improvements he needs. And Nike ends up with a shoe with the
same versatile and dynamic qualities as the superstar it's designed for.
Zoom Lebron V Features:
* Style: He demands this shoe looks as good off the court as it plays on. So we designed the full-grain leather to overlay around the LeBron V logo, and the lion symbol on the tongue for a look that's purely him.
* Dependability: Someone who has two cities relying on him needs his own strong base to depend on. We secured his foot with a removable hook and loop closure inside a foam collar and fit sleeve. The phyphosite bucket provides lightweight protection, comfort and support.
* Strength: He's strong to the hoop. He's strong when he lands. Let's face it. Dude's a monster. So we constructed the heel counter to stabilize his movement, and the four-stitch construction to reinforce him in with maximum durability.
* Quickness: You don't expect someone that big to be that fast. That's because his speed is equal parts balance, decisiveness and dynamite. For more jet propulsion, we added motion flex grooves and traction patterns on the perimeter to provide grip as he cuts.
* Determination: As a child, LeBron looked at a globe and asked his mother why his hometown of Akron wasn't on the map. At that moment, he made that a goal for his life. To help tell that journey, a map of Akron is designed in the outsole. So now, Mom, it is.
* Explosiveness: Those dunks don't happen by accident. His first step needs to be the last time his defender sees him. So we increased his responsiveness through a carbon-fiber spring plate. And then the full length Zoom Air unit cushions his foot by deflecting impact.
Nike Lebron IV
Put your toes on the free-throw line, dribble twice, and move into the future.
The men's Nike Zoom Lebron IV is tomorrow's basketball shoe built for the
next generation of player, Lebron James. Loaded with ultra-progressive features,
like slow-recovery memory foam in the upper collar for the perfect balance
between flexibility and support, as well as a full-length TPU plate in the
midsole for torsional support during quick lateral movements, this shoe is the
pinnacle of basketball footwear.
Nike Lebron IV Features:
* Foamposite technology in an integrated upper/midsole delivers seamless comfort and support.
* A full-length Zoom Air unit provides the ultimate responsive ride.
* A clear outsole with solid rubber herringbone pods delivers the best in on-court traction.
Zoom LeBron III
The Zoom LeBron III was inspired by the personality and play of the future of the
game - LeBron james. Based on the duality of LeBron's persona- a beast on the
court and a fun-loving jokester off of it- the shoes has captured the essence of
LBJ. For inspiration Nike looked at the athlete and the man, going for a balance
of performance and luxury. The new design of the Nike Air Zoom Lebron III features leather support tabs for
lateral stability when making hard cuts, full length zoom air unit for maximum
lightweight impact protection, a carbon fiber spring plate for a responsive
spring-loaded effect, and a durable rubber outsole and perimeter traction patter
for great traction on side to side moves. The Nike Sphere Technology in the ankle
collar offers comfort and helps manage moisture for those long, pounding games.
Nike Air Zoom Lebron II
The pinnacle of basketball footwear. Created for LeBron James, this lightweight,
comfortable, and aggressive hoop shoe pushes the envelope with innovative
technology and design. Rich, full-grain leather combines with durable ballistic
mesh, topped with an ankle strap for enhanced lockdown. Nike Sphere material
lining and an anatomical sock liner provide the ultimate in comfort, and a solid
rubber outsole with a modified herringbone pattern offers excellent traction.
Nike Air Zoom Lebron I
The first pair of Nike LBJ I were nick named the “First Games”. The color way was
limited and retailed for $115, but it was hard to find a pair after the release for less than $200.
The Air Zoom Generations featured Zoom Air in the heel and forefoot, giving you
a comfortable wear each and every time you slipped them on. Another plus for the
LBJ 1 they are really light weight. Even though the Nike Air Zoom Generation did
not win basketball shoe of the year, (the Nike Vince Carter III won) they
sure were many people’s favorites.
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1 comment :
Interesting and informative content.
I just wanted to share some piece of information for those looking out to buy exercise shoes. It’s very important to shop for the right shoes without being carried away by the mirrors, lights, great displays and other such luring factors where you often tend to forget the comfort of the shoe.
Make sure you wear thick socks or those that you often wear for exercising so that you get the right size shoe. Another interesting point to notice is that our feet tend to swell a bit in the evening so buying shoes during evening is the ideal time as this will help you buy the shoe for the maximum foot size. Most important of all is don’t go by the pricing of the shoes while buying them. A high price does not always mean top quality. The price tends to be higher since the shoes are endorsed by reputed personalities. Buy your shoes based on the frequency of usage. If you are in a regular exercise routine, then you can consider extending your budget.
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