It’s been a fantastic year for Nike SB. Since the start of 2020, the skateboarding division of Nike has cooked up some of the most sought after sneakers on the planet. Collaborations with the likes of Ben & Jerry’s, Travis Scott and Strangelove Skateboards have certainly helped. Over the past few months, we’ve been treated to leaked images of an upcoming Grateful Dead x Nike SB Dunk Low. Well, we now have a closer look at the “Green Bear” pair.
The design takes inspiration from Bob Thomas’ bears which were placed on the back cover of the 1973 album, History of the Grateful Dead, Volume One (Bear’s Choice). These fuzzy sneakers feature a number of materials that pay homage to the bears. Fuzzy, faux fur can be seen across the upper, with premium suede on the overlays. The jagged Swoosh is a reference to the jester collars around the bear’s neck, a unique detail.
Of course, the subtle signatures on this sneaker are what make it great. An insole featuring all five bears can be seen, as well as a bear on the tongue and a hidden zip pocket replacing the usual padded tongue. Simple additions like the “Nike” being written in the same font as the album cover are also nice. If you’re looking for an eye-catching pair of Nike SB Dunks, look no further.
Rumoured to release later this year, the Grateful Dead x Nike SB Dunk Lows will no doubt be hyped. Some reports suggest that this could be another skate shop exclusive, though that remains to be seen. Costing around €110, this will be a serious pair to add to your rotation. Check out the images below and let us know if you’ll cop these Dunks.
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