Nike Running to Release “Safari” Pack with a Wild Twist

Nike Pegasus 41 Safari | Image: Nike

The era of boring athletic footwear is over. Regardless of the track’s scale, configuration, or length, the “look good, feel good” proverb applies.

There’s a certain invigorating force that comes from donning stylish trainers for a run, offering an added boost to persevere through an arduous mile or to surge through a final dash—and Nike consistently excels in crafting visually appealing and performance-ready shoes.

As the 2024 Summer Olympics approach, Nike is doubling down on one of its most celebrated and distinctive patterns. Conceived by Tinker Hatfield in the 1980s, his fascination with unique fabrics that mimicked organic textures gave birth to the speckled design.

This design first graced the Air Safari—a shoe that heralded the dawn of lifestyle sneakers, initially released in 1987—and is slated for a comeback in 2024.

Safari prints are sweeping through Nike’s performance running roster, affecting models from the elite AlphaFly 3 to the fresh Pegasus 41—along with its EasyOn variant. The Running Safari Pack also showcases the VaporFly 3, Infinity Run 4, and the Invincible Run Flyknit 3.

But the Safari surge doesn’t end with running; Nike plans to extend the same white/orange palette and design cues across its athletic gear, including track-and-field shoes like the discus-specialized Zoom SD 4, the Phantom Luna 2 for soccer, the GT Cut 3 basketball shoe, among others.

Nike is complementing the Safari collection with its Blueprint aesthetic, a concept that made its initial appearance in Paris this past April. The literal marks, doodles, and musings of company co-founder Bill Bowerman are emblazoned on the sneakers, notably adorning the tongue, heel, and insole areas.

Nike has not made an official announcement on the collection yet. Visit our Sneakers page to stay updated as we await further details.

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    Official Release Date for the Jordan Tatum 3 “Zen”

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    The Boston Celtics’ season is unfolding just as they had envisioned, with only one loss to report and a striking 30 points per game average from their star player, Jayson Tatum.

    After a more eventful off-season than what championship teams typically endure, Tatum and his Boston teammates have skillfully tuned out distractions, staying focused on their goal of repeating their success early in the season. In line with this theme, the upcoming #0 Jordan Tatum 3 is about to launch a “Zen” colorway that embodies this same sense of tranquility.

    The motif of serenity has been a consistent element in Jayson Tatum’s sneaker line, especially highlighted by the “Vortex” version of the Tatum 2, which explicitly connects to this theme: our previous coverage noted that the design reflects Tatum’s calm demeanor, reminiscent of the peacefulness found in a vortex above water.

    While this new model opts for a more subdued color palette, its execution remains true to that original concept; the graceful cut-outs in the upper design resemble calm waters, serving as a guiding inspiration throughout Tatum’s signature collection.

    As mentioned earlier, the Jordan Tatum 3 “Zen” is set to launch on November 14th via Nike.com, available in sizes for the whole family. The adult versions will be priced at $125.

    For a closer look at this appealing colorway, check out the official images below, and make sure to keep an eye on our Sneakers page for updates.


    Jordan Tatum 3 “Zen”

    SKU: FZ6598-001

    RETAIL PRICE: $125

    RELEASE DATE: Nov 14, 2024

    Jordan Tatum 3 “Zen” (Images via: Nike)

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    Jason Kelce’s Field Goal Attempt In Timberlands Will End In A $100,000 Donation

    This Saturday, November 2nd, Jason Kelce will take on a field goal challenge while wearing Wheat Timbs during the ESPN College GameDay broadcast of the highly anticipated Penn State vs. Ohio State matchup. The idea for this challenge originated when college student Daniel Villasenor successfully kicked a field goal in Vans checkerboard slip-ons, winning an impressive $100,000 earlier in October.

    Initially discussed on the Kelce brothers’ New Heights podcast with special guest Pat McAfee, this lighthearted challenge quickly evolved into a real event. The NFL legend, Jason Kelce, is set to attempt scoring three points while donning the famous Wheat Timberlands.

    In an exciting twist, VF Corp — the parent company of both Vans and Timberland — has stepped in with a generous $100,000 commitment to the charity Soles4Souls, aimed at supporting hurricane relief efforts. Fortunately for Jason, VF Corp has assured that the funds will be donated regardless of whether his kick is successful or not.

    Make sure to tune in to ESPN College GameDay on November 2nd, 2024, to witness this unique field goal attempt for yourself!

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    Notre and Vans Collaborate For the Rowley XLT “Linen”

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    The highly anticipated Notre x Vans Rowley XLT “Linen” is set to drop on November 15, 2024, exclusively at Notre and its flagship location.

    Be sure to check HQZ’s Sneakers page to stay updated on the latest happenings and drops in the sneaker world.


    Notre x Vans Rowley XLT “Linen”

    Colorway: Linen/Silver
    Style #: VN000D1GDPB1
    Release Date: November 15, 2024
    Price: $165

    Notre x Vans Rowley XLT “Linen”

    Notre x Vans Rowley XLT “Linen” VN000D1GDPB1 (Images via: @oscar_castillo/Instagram)

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