24.07.19Releases Dunk Low Blazer Low

ARTICLE BY Jacob Boyd-Skinner

Parra Nike Sb Dunk Low Left 190722 103004

The Most Extensive Guide to Cop the Parra x Nike SB Collection!
Release: 27 July 2019

In the not too recent past, the shoe giant Nike really weren’t that focused on their SB line. Alternatively, they focused on technological advances and pushing different lines such as Flyknit, VaporMax, Nike Basketball, Jordan Brand, Adapt BB, Epic React, ZoomX, and Vaporfly.

That said, we did notice a slight shift in their focus in the early months of 2018. We spotted a considered seeding arrangement happening in the pre-game tunnel of the NBA and on the feet of artists like Travis Scott. The Swoosh’s biggest stars seemed to be sporadically flexin’ in SBs that they definitely didn’t have in their collection a year prior. This considered seeding effort essentially set the tone for Nike SB to make a serious return. While some of the old heads cussed it out, a whole new age bracket was introduced to this ‘new’ trend.

We’d argue this change came into full effect in the latter half of 2018. With Nike SB reconnecting with Diamond Supply Co, to release three SB Dunk Lows with the original puffy tongue. A black colourway saw a more general release, a clean white colourway didn’t last on the shelves of core skate shops, and a special ‘Canary Yellow’ release caused quite the riot at ComplexCon.

When Deon Point, of the Boston-based Concepts, reconnected with his friends in Beaverton to breathe new life the legendary Lobster pack, the writing was on the wall. Old and new heads couldn’t deny that there was a flurry of SBs about to drop. To Nike’s credit they never lost sight of their core customer. SB returned to form with a steady flow of strong GR colourways. Easily skatebable drops hit chains and independents alike, with demand growing each day.

Those old enough to have skated before the SB line launched (twice!) might’ve skated in Air Jordan 1 – if they were so inclined, and could afford them. In 2019, older heads were given a chance to relive those ‘glory’ days with a multitude of mashups. Eric Koston even received a branded Nike SB x Air Jordan 1 Low, which is currently a favourite here in Sneaker Freaker HQ.

This week we’ll be blessed with the first Nike SB x Parra collaboration. Whether you’re for or against SB’s clear resurgence, it’s pretty hard to critique the line – their team can definitely hold their own against any other in the current landscape.

As the July 26 release date approaches, we’ve scoured the globe, with the help of our friend at Nike SB Features, to offer you the most comprehensive list of retailers that’ll be stocking this release. Our current count stands at just over 90 retailers, but we’ll be updating this daily! So bookmark this page, text it to your friends, and make sure you check back to see if any retailers in your regions have been added.

We guarantee you won’t find a more extensive list of confirmed retailers. Best of luck to those trying to cop!

Word to the wise: Despite this list, you’ll still have to do a little work yourself, whether that’s lining up, entering a raffle, or calling a plug to secure your pair. And keep an eye on your local’s social media accounts to find out exactly when they’ll be launching.

RRP list in USD:

Dunk Low: $100

Blazers: $85

Socks: $14

Hat: $30

T-shirt: $30

Pants: $75

Polo: $55