Some shoes take their time to come back. Case in point? It’s been 15 years since the Air Jordan “Obsidian” last released.  While we hope you didn’t miss your chance on this retro, there’s a long list of other shoes that returned later than expected. We take a look at 12 retro releases that took their time to come back, but were so worth it.

Air Jordan 12 “Obsidian”

Released: 1997
Retroed: 2012
Wait: 15 years

This navy Jordan 12 retroed back in 2004, but that version had a haircut. Today’s release is the first time the OG “Obsidian” has released in 15 years. If you missed out, you better keep looking because there is no telling when this pioneer will be back again.

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Lace Swap 2012 is kicking off in Little Rock this September. Check out the promotional video below and contact Julio Ayala or Michael Watkins to showcase your collection, set up as a vendor, or sponsor the event.

Lace Swap 2012
September 8, 2012
4 PM to 9 PM

Double Tree Hotel
424 West Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72201

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Navy accents compliment an earthy brown base on the New Balance 1300 “Made in the USA”. Rapper Guilty Simpson previews this pair in today’s Dirty 30 for 30 presented by The Distinct Life.

Photography by Jeremy Deputat

From performance basketball to collaborative runners, this week’s Staff Picks exhibit a wide range of the season’s most under-appreciated silhouettes and models. Check out the entire team’s favorite kicks of the week by clicking through and let us know which pair(s) stood out to you in the comments section below.

George Kiel III

Why? Why not? As I’ve said many times, I love grey shoes, but I will wear anything on the court. This Kobe VII is just all over the place, and I like that aspect of it.

Nike Zoom Kobe VII “What the Kobe”

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The NBA season and its accompanying #kicksoncourt posts may be over, but that simply means your #todayskicks can take center stage. As always, readers have been showing us their heat all week in the form of Twitter pics and Instagram photos, and we culled the standouts from all the brands, models and signatures represented. Let us know which #todayskicks are your favorite this week in the comments, and keep sending us images of your daily kicks picks!

Air Jordan 4 White/Chrome-Classic Green from javiertxteacher

Nike Air Max LeBron VII “Red Carpet” from trujordanfan23

New Balance 998 “Blue Denim” from psyclist_al

Nike Dunk High Pro SB “Guinness” from asneaks1

Nike Air Force 1 “Jones Beach” from musicisgood4u

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Originally released in 1997, the Air Jordan 12 “Obsidian” made a much anticipated return to retailers yesterday (June 23rd, 2012). Staying true to form, this re-release features an obsidian blue and white leather upper, with hints of french blue appearing on the inner liner, branding, and tongue. Download your copy of the Weekly Wallpaper right now and let us know if these were a cop or drop for you.

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