Vibram’s Carrarmato Sole Goes Blue for its 80th Anniversary
Creator of the infamous FiveFingers articulated “toe shoes,” Vibram has been in the game for decades. To celebrate…
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Nike Ease Challenge Winner is Officially Announced
Back in October 2016, the Nike Ease Challenge was announced by the Swoosh; it invited designers, engineers, makers,…
The Jordan Ultra Fly 2 Deconstructed
The Jordan Ultra Fly 2 has finally hit the FastPass chopping block and the team there found something…
“B is for Baller: The Basketball Alphabet Book for Kids” Hits Kickstarter
If you wanted to teach your kids the alphabet and have them learn their basketball history at the same…
adidas and Major League Soccer Tap Parley for the Oceans for MLS Club Jerseys Made of Ocean Plastic
Yet again, adidas has partnered with Parley for the Oceans to create jerseys from Parley Ocean Plastic.
Paul Gaudio, adidas SVP of Global Creative Direction, Appears on the Adventures In Design Podcast
As adidas’ Global Creative Director Paul Gaudio is in charge of 650 designers. He has worked for the…
Nike Honors Jackie Robinson Day with Fitting Tribute
April 15 will mark the 70th anniversary of Jackie Robinson’s debut. He took the field for the Brooklyn…
The Under Armour SpeedForm Gemini 3 Deconstructed
Finally, FastPass is beginning to chop sneakers that aren’t Nike and JB. Now, we’ve got a look at…
Nike’s Concentration at Foot Locker Dropped in 2016
According to SGB Media, only about 68 percent of Foot Locker’s sales came from Nike Inc. in 2016.…
Nike Lacrosse Defines the Future of the Game
A different type of game, a different type of energy, A different type of sport. That’s the outlook…
Reebok Unveils Cotton + Corn Sustainability Initiative for Plant-Based Footwear
adidas isn’t the only brand out here becoming more sustainable; Reebok, a subsidiary of the adidas Group, unveiled…
Complex: Allen Iverson Goes Sneaker Shopping
It has finally happened: Allen Iverson is the latest guest to appear on Complex’s Sneaker Shopping. Yes, it’s the…
Under Armour’s Connected Fitness Segment Experiences Two Dozen Layoffs
After purchasing Endomondo, a fitness app, in 2015, Under Armour is now laying off around two dozen employees…
adidas Partners with Carbon for Futurecraft 4D, Footwear Made with Light and Oxygen
Innovation in footwear? Look no further than adidas. Last night, adidas unveiled the Futurecraft 4D; it uses Digital…
Teens Design Three Unique Reebok Silhouettes in Artists For Humanity Partnership
Reebok has partnered with Boston-based Artists For Humanity to empower under-resourced youth.
Nike and Rory McIlroy Sign $100 Million Long-Term Contract Extension
Yesterday, Nike announced that it will extend its contract with long-time golfer Rory McIlroy.
The Nike Zoom KD 9 Elite Deconstructed
It was only a matter of time before FastPass chopped the KD 9 Elite in half. While not…
Li-Ning Reports Double-Digit Gains in 2016
Regardless of what the haters may think, Chinese footwear company Li-Ning is doing quite well.