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25 Best Blogs for Sneaker News of 2015

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There are a lot of sneakerheads out there these days, which means there are just as many sites telling you where to cop the latest kicks.  While we love our sneakers as much as the next guy, we’re willing to admit when someone else is the goto source on certain subjects.  Here are the 25 best sneaker news blogs you need to know.

1. SneakerNews.com

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Visit Sneaker News.

Sneaker News is one of our favorite sites, with all the new releases, latest info, and anything else a sneakerhead could want.  Instead of giving you an entire breakdown of the site, we’ll let you hear it in their words.

“Sneaker News, a Liquidrice Inc. company, was founded in 2006 out of a desire to provide the sneakerhead community with a singular source that served up all the relevant news in the footwear world. It has since evolved into the web’s premiere destination for sneakerheads-gathering release dates, previews of upcoming projects, NBA sneaker wears, and more in one premium channel. What’s more, we have strong connections with all of your favorite brands, meaning that Sneaker News is constantly on the ground at exclusive media launches and product debuts bringing you inside access.

Sneaker News also offers exclusive content through our Sneaker News Select channel, which showcases everything from community members’ sneaker collections to upcoming collaboration releases. And the content doesn’t end here on the homepage-we’re constantly delivering you extras via our various social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Google Plus). See below for a list of Sneaker News staff members who contribute to and create the content we deliver on a daily basis.”

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2. SoleCollector.com

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Visit Sole Collector.

Sole Collector provides you with release dates for certain sneakers styles. They break it down by brands. They also allow you to check the latest news on sneakers by brand, sport, or features. Last, but not least, they offer an online marketplace where you can sell your gently used or new sneakers, or shop for sneakers yourself. So, shop for good sneakers on a budget, or sell your own, and make some money!

3. NiceKicks.com

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Nice Kicks mainly focuses on sneaker brands. While other sites may focus on the most popular styles or brands, they cover every sneaker brand out there, and then some. They also have a comparison section, where you can find out what kind of kicks celebrities were caught wearing. Aside from that, they have a release date section, and a random related sneaker news section.

4. KicksOnFire.com

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Visit Kicks On Fire.

Kicks on Fire’s main purpose is to be an online marketplace for independent sneaker sellers. So, basically anyone can go and set up a virtual shop for sneakers. The great thing about setting your shop up with Kicks on Fire, is that there are no listing fees, where as some other sites where you sell sneakers, do charge you per listing. Aside from that, there is random sneaker new posts and release date information.

5. SneakerWatch.com

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Visit Sneaker Watch.

Sneaker Watch gives you exclusive information on the highest trending sneakers, their release dates, and a special focus on celebrity sneaker styles.

6. SneakerBarDetroit.com

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Visit Sneaker Bar Detroit.

As per Sneaker Bar Detroit “About Us”:

“Sneaker Bar Detroit is a source to keep sneakerheads updated daily with news and information about upcoming sneakers. SB Detroit was created to give people a reliable source with credible information on sneaker release dates, culture, upcoming sneakers, reviews, and any breaking news around our state.”

7. SneakerFreaker.com

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Visit Sneaker Freaker.

Overall, a sneaker fanatic lifestyle online magazine. What distinguishes this site, is that it has a section called “museum”, where you can shop a curated list of vintage or old school sneakers. These are styles you may be able to find on your own.

8. ComplexSneakers.com

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Visit Complex Sneakers.

As per Complex Sneakers “Who We Are“:

“Complex Media is the premier multi-media platform for the most influential young male consumers. This discerning audience is driven by style, music, sneakers, sports, games, gear and girls. Complex Media initially reaches these ahead-of-trend influencers through its uniquely credible, authentic viewpoint and is further amplified by its unparalleled social influence.”

9. KixAndTheCity.com

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Visit Kix and the City.

KixandtheCity provides readers with an unbiased, deep look into the products, people, events, and locations that unite to form what is “sneaker culture”. The elements they focus on to showcase sneaker culture as a whole, are people, places, products and events.

10. Eukicks.com

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Visit EuKicks.

As per EuKicks “About Us”:

“EUKicks first began in 2006 in a youth dormitory in Laval, France, with a mission to cover the news, culture, and events centered around urban and sneaker culture in Europe. Today EUKicks is continuing its mission, with a broad scope of covering sneaker news throughout the vast European landscape, in addition to the even larger global cultural sneaker playground.”

11. ModernNotoriety.com

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Modern Notoriety is an online magazine dedicated to sneakers and streetwear.

12. SneakersAddict.com

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As per Sneaker Addict “About Us”:

“Sneakers Addict is the premium website dedicated to sneakers heads! Daily news on sneakers, streetwear, decrypted for you so you know what’s fresh and good before anyone else. Get the latetest news on your favorite brands Nike, Jordan, Asics, Reebok, adidas, Converse, Vans, Puma, New Balance, Supra, Louboutin, Dior, Louis Vuitton … Being a member of the Sneakers Addict Comunity allows you to be notified of upcoming releas dates and upcoming sneakers and access to the best sneakers shop arround the world.” They have an awesome instagram account, where you can get the latest sneaker news too!

13. WearTesters.com

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Visit WearTesters.

Not sure if you should buy a certain pair of sneakers? What if someone could buy them, wear them, and test them out for you? That way you know if they’re worth it….how comfortable they are…downsides to the fit, etc. That’s where WearTesters comes in. Their website specializes in wearing, testing, and reviewing sneakers.

14. Highsnobiety.com

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Visit Highsnobiety.

Highsnobiety is an online magazine covering up and coming trends and news in fashion, art, music, and culture, all under one big social roof.

15. SneakerMob.com

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Visit SneakerMob.

As per SneakerMob “About Us”:

“By sneakerheads and for sneakerheads, Sneakermob is the place for the latest news on kicks, release dates, new gear, and helpful tips; serving as a hub for those who know Sneakers as a lifestyle.”

16. Sneakertalk.com

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Visit SneakerTalk.

SneakerTalk is a source for sneaker news, industry insights, exclusive interviews and much more.

17. ClassicKicks.com

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Visit ClassicKicks.

A website to gain knowledge on the general aspect of sneaker culture.

18. CounterKicks.com

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Visit CounterKicks.

CounterKicks gives you upcoming sneaker release information. You can expect great interviews from athletes and sneaker designers. They also provide you with a wide range of reviews for many sneaker brands and styles.

19. FreshnessMag.com 

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Visit FreshnessMag.

As per FreshnessMag “About Us”:

“Freshness explores the landscape of a boundless culture with no definite origins or home. The site is the face of a global community concerned with the acquisition of goods, for reasons both known and covert, in a studied and tactful manner. Our world has taken to product design and brand marketing as the new frontier in compelling others to think differently, create distinctively and communicate effectively.”

20. InsideTheSneakerBox.com

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InsideTheSneakerBox aims to bring you the best deals on sneakers from online and phyiscal stores around the world. They also also partner up with various brands and shops to create exclusive sales for their readers.

21. JordansDaily.com

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Visit JordansDaily.

A news website dedicated to Michael Jordan & his Air Jordan empire. 23 is back!

22. Kustoo.com

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Visit Kustoo.

As per Kustoo “About Us”:

“Kustoo.com is a content website created in 2012. Influenced by Jacques Slade, the site provides a personalized look at the biggest trends in technology, footwear, gear and all things cool. With direct access to the world’s biggest brands, Jacques is one of the few that has an active grasp on the pulse of this generation. On Youtube,  Jacques ‘Kustoo’ Slade highlights daily updates and reviews on the best performance, lifestyle, and retro sneakers on Today in Sneaks. Jacques is also a contributing editor at Complex (and having previously worked Kicksonfire and NiceKicks),  and you don’t need to look any further for best news coverage of the biggest footwear brands.”

23. TheShoeGame.com

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If you want to always stay up-to-date regarding sneaker news and sneaker culture, this is the site to go to. They do a great job at summing up what other sneaker blogs have been chatting about daily.

24. SneakerReport.com

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Sneaker Report is an online guide for athletes looking for the best sneakers to hit the trails, tracks, or courts. Sneaker Report will also match your sneakers with specific performance equipment. This way, you can get the perfect shoes built for your desired sport.

25. FNGMagazine.com

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FNG magazine covers everything regarding street wear, sneaker culture, and matches it with the world of trending sports.

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