Sample

Sample sneakers are pairs produced to test how designs look in practice and functionally perform. In the long process of bringing a sneaker from the whiteboard to store shelves, sample pairs are one of the final steps in that operation. It’s also one of the most captivating for sneakerheads, allowing consumers to engage with the ever-enticing question of “what if,” as well as baking in some inherent ultra-exclusivity. While any in the category will often become an object of fascination, samples of hyped silhouettes or collaborations can often command resale prices above 5 digits.

Just ahead you’ll find a collection of our articles regarding sample pairs from the likes of Jordan Brand, adidas, Nike and every major sneaker brand.

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Deion Sanders Reveals A Full Arsenal Of Nike Diamond Turf Proto 92 Samples

We’re mere weeks away from the start of the Colorado Buffaloes’ 2025 campaign. With collegiate stars Travis Hunter and Shadeur Sanders starting their own journeys...

By Matt Varga August 11, 2025
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Official Images Of The Nike SB Dunk Low Pro ISO “Cool Grey”

Updated July19th, 2025: Official images of the Nike SB Dunk Low Pro ISO “Cool Grey” have surfaced. Expect these exclusively at skateshops soon for $125....

By Sneaker News July 19, 2025
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An Early Sample Of Nigel Sylvester’s Air Jordan 4 “Brick By Brick” Is Revealed

After dominating the early months of 2025, the BMX superstar is once again an extremely hot topic. First, it was the Nigel Sylvester Jordan 1...

By Matt Varga July 15, 2025
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A Naruto x Air Jordan 1 Collaboration Almost Happened

Zion Williamson’s love for Naruto was the impetus for a performance-focused run of collaboration on the Pelicans’ star’s first two signature shoes. While still a...

By Matt Varga June 6, 2025
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Spike Lee Almost Had A Nike Air Safari Collaboration

From his unforgettable Air Jordan ads to the eventual release of a signature model in the Jordan Spiz’ike, Spike Lee has long been a part...

By Andrew Rizzo June 3, 2025
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Unreleased Nike Air Foamposite One “Sail Snakeskin” Sample Revealed

It would appear that a Nike employee over in Beaverton is thinning out their Foamposite collection. Consignment store @indexportland, located a quick 20 minute drive...

By Andrew Rizzo April 8, 2025
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First Look At An Unreleased Nike Air Foamposite Pro “Glow in The Dark” Sample

Portland’s Index continues to reveal pairs of Foamposites that never made it beyond the cutting room floor. This unreleased version of the Air Foamposite Pro...

By Sneaker News March 19, 2025
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The Unreleased Nike Air Foamposite” New York Yankees” Sample Has Emerged

The recent resurgence of Foamposites have increased the demand for the foam-molded basketball shoe, although it still has a way to go if it wants...

By Sneaker News March 16, 2025
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Nike Air Foamposite “Bronze Cough Drop” Sample Emerges

The recent response to the iconic Galaxy Foamposite release has proven that with the right marile the keting strategy and efforts, Nike can reclaim the...

By Sneaker News March 1, 2025
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