Reebok ZigTech: Bill McInnis talk ZigTech on OSD

On Episode 121 of the OSD Talk Show, we were joined by Bill McInnis, the Head of Advanced Innovation at Reebok; point-blank, he is that DUDE behind the new Reebok ZigTech sneakers.

Bill is responsible for the creation and positioning of technology with a focus on consumer benefit, function and price.

Having joined Reebok in 1994, as a strategic planning manager, Bill worked hard and climbed the corporate ladder at Reebok to be promoted to Director of the Running category, where he was responsible for creating and marketing Reebok running products such as the DMX-line.

To simply write that Bill is smart is an understatement, the man spent 4-years working with NASA on the space shuttle program.

Bill holds an M.B.A. from UCLA in Los Angeles (CA) and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University in Medford(MA).

Listen to the interview as Bill breaks down the lead-up to the current Zig Pulse technology and what runners, basketball players and sneakerheads alike can expect from Reebok and the Zig Pulse technology, aptly dubbed an "Energy Drink for your Feet."

In the meantime, be sure to follow OSD on Twitter at Twitter.com/OSDlive and Twitter.com/OSneakerD.

Until next week, Walk GOOD!

Reebok ZigTech: Bill McInnis talk ZigTech on OSD

Episode 100: Time flies when you're having Fun!

For the 100th Episode of OSD-Obsessive Sneaker Disorder, the Crew celebrates as only we know how--BIG!

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Listen to past Episodes of OSD:

Episode 100: Time flies when you're having Fun!

Episode 88: 10 Sneaker Commandments & The Show

The winner of the OSD x NiceKicks.com 10 Sneaker Commandments is Karina a/k/a/ AirKarinaBX23 representing the Bronx. If you missed the contest, don't fret because we'll have some other contests coming up in the near future.

In the meantime, check out the winning submission, and know that some women and men need to read these commandments closely and follow them to the 'T':

1. Thou shalt not wear fake kicks.
2. Thou shalt not be a hypebeast.
3. Thou shalt not camp out for kicks.
4. Thou shalt not wear 12 colors for a sneaker that has 3 colors
5. Thou shalt learn to care for your sneakers correctly.
6. Thou shalt not keep your kicks DS
7. Thou shalt not become a sneakerhead because its "cool"
8. Thou shalt remember release dates
9. Thou shalt not envy the kicks of friends
10. Thou shalt not wear your kicks in the rain



For those of you that missed this week's live show, listen to Episode 88, where the OSD Crew discusses a box full of kicks!

Episode 88: 10 Sneaker Commandments

Some sneakers discussed in this episode:

• New Balance 550

• Crooks & Castles Vans Moda

• Nike Trainer SC (OG Colorway)

• Nike Air Zoom Lebron 7

• Puma X Sergio Rossi

Episode 88: 10 Sneaker Commandments & The Show

OSD: Episode 85: Let the games begin

The OSD Crew issues a challenge to Dee & Sean regarding the Air Jordan 3. Is it a low top or mid basketball sneaker? Have an opinion; email us at ObsessiveSneakerDisorder@gmail.com.


Sneaker News:

A new OSD x NiceKicks.com contest: Create your 10 Sneaker Commandments and email your list to ObsessiveSneakerDisorder@gmail.com. Win a fresh pair of Air Jordan Retro 8 sneakers! Deadline Friday, June 12th, 2009 by 11:59 pm. The winner will be announced on Episode 86, next week!

The Nike Air Yeezy 3rd installment had some retailers loosing their damned minds! The shadiness was in full-effect mode all across the country. How many actually sold them for "retail" this time out?


Sneakers Discussed:
• Nike Auto Force 180
• Nike Hypermax Tennis Ball Multiple Colors
• Nike Air Hoop Structure - Black/Aqua
• Supra Skytop Summer 2009 Lineup
• Pony x Rasa Libre Skateboards
• S/Double x Vans Syndicate AV SK8 Lo
• Adidas Drop Top
• New Balance 575 - Maple Madness Pack


What the F*ck Sneakers:
• Crooked Tongues x eS Foothills
• Martin Margiela Ankle Tops $575 USD.


Be sure to join the Facebook Group and follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/OSneakerD.

OSD: Episode 85: Let the games begin

Dallas Penn: Yeezy Seeking in Philly

Resident blogger and man of the 'hood, Dallas Penn ventured to the City of Brotherly Love to see if Yeezy was in town and to chop it up with the 'heads that were camping out for the third colorway of the Nike Air Yeezy.

Peep how cats in Philly get down:

Part 1



Part 2

Dallas Penn: Yeezy Seeking in Philly

Episode 84: What are your 10 Sneaker Commandments

For Episode 84, The OSD Crew discusses the state of the sneaker market and what kicks people are feeling for the summer.

Sneaker News:

• Adidas Customize your life event
• Puma Assigns a new SVP for North American Sales
• New Balance Promotes National Running Day
• Tom's Shoes give away 140,000+ pairs of shoes
• Scarlett Johansson gives away 2000 pairs of kicks
• ERIC KOSTON covers up his shoes
• Is the Footlocker House of Hoops Houston going to become a reality?
• Mayor Gets Taken again: Bespoke AF1s knocked off and being sold on eBay

Sneakers Discussed:
• Nike Vandal High Hologram Kids
• Christian Louboutin Sneakers HEY Ladies!!!
• New Balance x Nine West
• Adidas Originals ZX 95 Run “Sunshine”
• World B. Free is with K1X, and not Nike!
• Crooks & Castles x Vans Fremont ‘White’ –
• Nike ACG - Air Salbis + Zoom Morizaba
• GUCCI High-tops


Customized Sneakers:
• National Geographic Inspired customs
http://customsnkr.com/yoakustoms/

• Customs done in 1 Day
http://www.sneakerobsession.com/11395/nike-sweet-classic-hi-fenix-rise-custom-sneakers/

• Canal Street Custom
http://www.kicksonfire.com/2009/05/12/custom-kicks-canal-street-af1/

A new OSD x NiceKicks.com contest: Create your 10 Sneaker Commandments and email your list to ObsessiveSneakerDisorder@gmail.com. Win a fresh pair of Air Jordan Retro 8 sneakers!


Also, check out Sneaker Friends 2009 going down in Atlanta, GA on Thursday, June 18th. And book your flight to H-Town for the H-Town Sneaker Summit taking place in Houston on Sunday, August 2, 2009. For more information on the H-Town Sneaker Summit visit www.htownsneakersummit.com.

Be sure to join the Facebook Group and follow us on Twitter.

Episode 84: What are your 10 Sneaker Commandments

OSD: Episode 83: Woody of Sneaker Freaker Mag & CNN Sneakerhead article

The OSD Crew is joined by Woody, Founder and Editor-in-Chief, of Australian-based Sneaker Freaker Magazine, and if you haven't read Sneaker Freaker Magazine then it's time to hit your local bookstore and pick-up issue 15.



Woody gives us the low down on Sneaker Freaker, why he started the magazine and how they remain on point. To say that they're focused, would be an understatement!

In the second half of the show, hear as we discuss the CNN article entitled,"'Sneakerheads' pay big bucks for rare kicks".


Is there a responsibility on the behalf of sneakerheads to educate someone that is wearing a pair of fake sneakers? What do you think? Email us with your comments at ObsessiveSneakerDisorder@gmail.com or post your comment for others to read.

We're back at it again next week for Episode 84 and, as usual, you never know who'll drop by the show to talk kicks and culture!

OSD: Episode 83: Woody of Sneaker Freaker Mag & CNN Sneakerhead article

OSD: Episode 82: Sneaker Pimps ATL

The OSD Crew discusses what took place in Atlanta at Sneaker Pimps. There were fakes spotted and ATL’s own, Big Boi, was seen rocking a pair of suspect sneakers. Listen to the recap as Dave Jeff (PHLI) and DJ Greg Street join us.

This is an episode for the ages and you’re going to want to keep this one for historical purposes!

Sneaker NEWS:

• What the F*ck Shoes?
www.ObsessiveSneakerDisorder.net

• The Swoosh Slashing More Jobs than expected
• Jordan 5 Toro Bravo Pack release date changed (May 23rd)

• Sole Collector Interview with Protégé Designer Dallas Stokes
• Asics Introduces a new community for Runners



Sneakers to be released:
• Adidas x Solebox x Hypebeast

• LE COQ SPORTIF x M&M's

• Nike Trainer 1 2009

• Nike Transformer 2 Pack GS

• Air Jordan 60+ Black / Red

• Adidas x Maharishi Stan Smith


Follow what’s going on with OSD by joining the Facebook Group and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/OSneakerD!

OSD: Episode 82: Sneaker Pimps ATL

PF Flyers Astor: New for Summer 09 (July)

For those of you that know me, then you know for well over 2 decades my feet stay laced in only 4 brands mostly. If it wasn't Nike (which includes Jordan Brand), Adidas, Puma, or Converse then it probably wasn't me.

Lately, I've been far more adventurous in my footwear choices, so today's sneaker, WELL WORTHY of the discussion are from PF Flyers....Yes I said it, PF Flyers! Thanks to my homie Louis Colon (Kicksclusive Magazine) who now holds it down for the folks over at the "Posture Foundation" (that is what the PF in PF Flyers stands for- That much I DID know in advance).

Lou sent me the "Astor" model from the 2009 "Cloudbreak" Collection in black with a white mid sole, that features a white and Lime Green outsole. The sneaker screams "rock these right now"! It has 2 different types of leather which have very durable quality. Most notably the tumbled full grain Goat leather (Yes- I said Goat) looks very sturdy yet comfortable. The sneaker also features Italian beaded leather on the sides which gives the sneaker a "Lux" look. The sneakers have the world famous mid-sole to sole make up that PF Flyers are known for (Have you ever seen anyone wearing PF Flyers slip and fall?- I thought not).



The laces are waxed cotton which have become pretty favorable on certain Nike Air Force 1 releases as of late. They work very well on this sneaker. The sneaker has a strap which goes across the top of your feet, but in a very non-forceful yet stylish way. The strap is there, it works, but you don't feel it doing it's job. The padded tongue reminds me of the old bubble vests that made a come back this past winter. The bubble vest type design is also used on the back portion of the sneaker from the ankle down to the mid sole area. It works well on this sneaker.

Not that anyone will see it, but the insole was also stylishly designed. It forced me to give it a 2nd look so that I could appreciate the creativity that was put into it. It's a very nice touch.


THE JEAN FACTOR (or TJF) There are a lot of very stylish sneakers being released that look good in pictures or worn for the actual sport/activity that they were made for, but then the sneaker looks bad with jeans. The Astor was definitely designed with the jean factor (TJF) in mind. As pictured above, I had NO PROBLEM making this sneaker work with a pair of classic fit LRG jeans. I also made the sneaker work with a couple of other cuts of denim with ease.

So lastly, this sneaker is a very welcomed addition to my sneaker closet that I'm honest enough to admit was not on my radar for purchase prior to yesterday. Look out for it's release in July of 2009 where PF Flyers are currently sold. No word yet on the retail price. I hope to have an update soon.

Those of you who know the OSD Crew should not be surprised if an OSD version of this sneaker hits store shelves one day.

WALK GOOD!

PF Flyers Astor: New for Summer 09 (July)

OSD Ambassador Program

OSD-Obsessive Sneaker Disorder

Ambassador Program

OSD: The Company:

OSD-Obsessive Sneaker Disorder is a multimedia company that specializes in news covering the footwear industry and the people that collect, obsess, and search for sneakers. Due to the increasing use of the Internet, OSD has been able to connect sneaker enthusiasts from various corners of the world with other like-minded ‘sneakerheads’ to discuss the latest sneaker releases, trends, brands and the impact that sneakers have on people.

OSD Video Channels:

The OSD Internet video channels were launched on Thursday, July 31, 2008, with anticipation and an Internet buzz that garnered an immediate reaction from the sneakerhead community. www.o-s-d.tv & www.wosd.tv.

The OSD channels quickly became the key video channels for sneaker aficionados and trendsetters to watch what was taking place in cities such as Chicago, New York City, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Miami and Houston, to name a few.

OSD video channels offer unique features such as the ability to mix multiple live cameras, imported videos clips, and overlay graphics, and now RSS Feed updates.

OSD Ambassador Program Overview:

The OSD Ambassador Program (OSDAP) enlists sneaker personalities and enthusiasts from around the United States and the world to cover the sneaker-scene, from their perspective and on their community, all-the-while allowing their personality to shine through.

The video footage must be filmed (mini-DV or Hard Drive) and edited by the Ambassador. If you need help with the editing, we'll hook you up! Footage will be featured on on one or both OSD video channels— www.o-s-d.tv and www.wosd.tv.

We, OSD, offers the Ambassador full control of the content and stories. We simply ask that the footage is filmed with a 1-chip, or ideally 3-chip, video camcorder where the visual footage is clear and the audio is of good quality and able to be heard clearly.

OSD will provide an FTP (file transfer protocol) website for uploading the video footage to.

Once the videos have been added to the OSD programming, an email will be sent to the Ambassador notifying him/her when the programming is “live” on one or both OSD channels.

Why should I become an OSD Ambassador?

Because this is a great way to get you film career off the ground by documenting a topic that has far reaching interests.

Because what film-maker or reporter new or old wouldn’t want to submit content to their core audience knowing that it will be viewed and appreciated?

Because the OSD Ambassador Program allows you to connect with other like-minded people that are some of the sneaker culture’s premiere personalities and business people. Being an OSD Ambassador may assist you in creating other business ventures that may or may not be sneaker-related.

Lastly, but certainly not least, because everyone needs an outlet for expressing their love for sneakers. We’ve created it, so why not use it? If you don’t, someone else will. Believe that!

For additional information:

Please contact Dee Wells or Sean Williams with questions by emailing us at ObsessiveSneakerDisorder@gmail.com.

OSD Ambassador Program

Happy Birthday Dee Wells

Happy Birthday to Sole Brother #1 Dee "Sole Proprietor" Wells


Special shout to one of the most innovative minds the sneaker world has seen in a very long time. Many happy returns for the day good brother! I'm sorry about the time I took your glasses and practiced my "Hood-Fu" on you. LMAO.

Peace & Pounds....WALK GOOD!

Paper Chasr & The OSD Crew.

Happy Birthday Dee Wells

SFU x OSD x PLNY x SB.ORG: We're runnin' Tings!

SFU x OSD x PLNY x SB.ORG: We're runnin' Tings!

OSD: Episode #50

You'll have to listen to find out what words are "banned" and those that the Crew can't use.

Download the show here.


*As heard about on Episode 50....this is for our Alaskan brother!*

OSD: Episode #50

KYGS: Coming soon

Coming SOON!!

KYGS: Coming soon

Film Spotlight: Know You Got Sole

The film sneaker documentary with a twist! Know You Got Sole is the quintessential film that looks at sneakers from an entirely new perspective.

Fresh for 2008.......you know the rest!

Film Spotlight: Know You Got Sole

Know You Got Sole!

There hasn't been alot of noise these days in the land of sneakers. The truth is that many of the companies that "played it safe" are jumping in the fray 3-years too late and they're trying to play catch-up (New Balance & K-Swiss).

When I heard about the concept for the upcoming sneaker documentary- Know You Got Sole- I got very excited and now having seen just the trailer, I'm like a kid in a candy store that wants all the sweets. I'm going to have to find a temporary pacifier and calm myself as I wait for the full documentary.

In the meantime, take a look at the trailer:



Old School Kicks of the day:

Know You Got Sole!