The Hip-Hop Community’s Support Of BVCKWOODS Is Awesome

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This was originally supposed to be a somber article, but thanks to the generosity of the Twin Cities hip-hop community, it’s become a joyous one.

Our good friend DJ BVCKWOODS had his laptop stolen this past weekend. It’s pretty awful when anyone’s laptop goes missing, but it’s even worse for a DJ because their laptop is their livelihood. Tracks? Mixes? Software? Everything a DJ needs to do the damn thing is right there on their laptop.

A GoFundMe campaign was started to get BVCKWOODS a new laptop, and earlier in the day a few hundred bucks had been pledged. That was a great start..but a new Mac is more than a few hundred bucks, and this article was originally going to be a piece encouraging readers to donate. However, over the course of the afternoon, things changed. Donations started pouring in, and a plea for people to chip in wasn’t necessary anymore. At the time this article was written (Tuesday evening), the amount of donations was sitting at a whopping $1300. read more


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3 Quick Ways To Add Flavor To Your Kicks

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Sometimes leaving your kicks the way they came just doesn’t cut it. Sure, they’re dope, but you just don’t feel like they’re as unique as they should be. Your personality is one-of-a-kind, and your kicks should reflect that too.

Fear not. We’re here to help with 3 quick ways you can add flavor to your kicks. Let’s get right to it.

1. Lace Swaps

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A fire lace swap has been the #1  way to make your kicks look unique ever since b-boys were throwing different color fat laces in their Pumas. You’ve got a plethora of options from sites like Rope Lace Supply, Mr. Lacy, and Lace Lab, so you can find a style or color of lace to fit literally any shoe. You’ll feel like a whole new person when you throw some crazy laces in your kicks. read more


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Consigning Kicks: A Beginners Guide

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So you want to sell some kicks.

You need some quick cash, but you don’t have the time to sell the kicks yourself. Craigslist, posting in sneaker groups, all that other internet stuff? Who’s got the time for that? You certainly don’t.

Thankfully you’ve got another option: consignment. Let a shop do the work for you by displaying and marketing your kicks, and reap the rewards when your kicks sell. It’s a pretty simple process, but can be slightly confusing for anyone who hasn’t done it before, so we’ve got a simple guide to get you started. Let’s go get you some money. read more


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Just Don II’s: Worth It?

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If you’re reading this, it’s too late. Or maybe it’s not, if you’re one of the lucky few.

Yes, the “Beach” Just Don II’s dropped today, and only a lucky few were able to secure a pair. It’s a rare and premium shoe, and with that premium quality comes a premium price tag, $650 to be exact (although that price does include a hat with a premium leather brim). That’s what we’ll be talking about today. Is the Just Don II really worth it? read more


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Top 5 Sneaker Releases This Weekend

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We’re almost a full month into 2016, and it’s been a bit of a slow start to the year, at least as far as releases go. There’s plenty of fire right around the corner, but the first few weeks of the year weren’t the kindest to us.

However, that thankfully changes this weekend. Jordan Brand is dropping a BANGER (the first of the year), and there’s plenty of runner heat (both retro and new) as well. Without any further ado, here’s the top 5 sneaker releases this weekend. read more


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My Most Memorable Sneakers

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Thursday. The Kanye West/Wiz Khalifa/Amber Rose (lol) Twitter spat from yesterday is still fresh in everyone’s memory, but we’re not going to talk about that today, as much as I want to.

I’m feeling nostalgic on this Thursday, so I’m going to take it back to the good old days. The good old days where I was still fresh in the sneaker game, and a new pair of shoes was the be-all end-all. I’m talking about the most memorable sneakers I’ve ever owned, and why they meant so much to me. read more


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3 Things That Aren’t So Great In The Sneaker Game

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As much as we all love the sneaker game and the culture surrounding it, it’s not all sunshine and roses 100% of the time. Much like any other hobby, there are a few parts that aren’t so enjoyable, and sometimes you’ve gotta gripe about the bad parts of something you love. Here’s three things that aren’t so great in the sneaker game.

People Constantly Talking About Kanye

Sure, we talk about Ye’ a bunch over here at KicksOneTwo. Nothing wrong with that at all. However, it gets annoying when people try to act holier than thou by saying, “Oh, Kanye wore Vans, I suppose you all like Vans now??” Or, “If Kanye wore a sequined shirt and some bell-bottom jeans, I guess that’s what all of you would start wearing too, huh??” read more


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Chill Out, Kanye West Isn’t Signing With Vans

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You’ve probably already heard the rumors from sneakerheads and ‘Ye stans alike. Kanye West is going to leave Adidas and sign with Vans. The sneaker world as we know it is coming to an end. Judgement day is upon us. Only those with the most fire jawnz will be saved.

Hypebeast posted an article earlier this week in which they stated sources close to ‘Ye said he’d be ending his contract with Adidas so he could “sign with his favorite skate brand”. However, the site that originally reported this news is something called “Sneakers Addict”. Have you ever read “Sneakers Addict” before? Do you know anyone that has? Didn’t think so. There’s a damn good chance they’re not the most reliable source of information. read more


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