Release Roundup: Sneakers You Need to Check Out This Weekend

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Still searching for the perfect sneaker to complete this year’s Easter fit? Aside from a new Air Jordan 2 Low, this week’s release calendar may not have an abundance of pastel-colored pairs you may be looking for, but there are plenty of solid options nonetheless.

Nike has revived a Penny Hardaway Foamposite PE from the ‘90s, Gucci and Adidas have dropped off their latest collection of colorful retro footwear, JJJJound has another minimalistic take on Reebok Club C hitting its online store, and more. 

Take a detailed look at all of this week’s best sneaker releases below. 

Gucci x Adidas Chapter 2

Price: $850-$980
When: Available now
Where: Gucci stores and gucci.com
What You Need to Know: Gucci and Adidas have joined forces once again for the second chapter of their much-talked-about collaboration. Along with a wide range of apparel, there are also various new footwear styles. The ZX 8000 and new colorways of the Gazelle and are given a luxurious upgrade in the form of various Gucci monogram prints. 

Nike 'ATL' Pack

Price: $120-$130
When: Tuesday, April 4 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Nike is dropping off a two-pack of sneakers nodding to the city of Atlanta. An Air Force 1 and Dunk Low each sport red suede uppers, semi-translucent orange Swooshes, and “ATL” stamped in gold on the lateral heel. 

Women's Nike Dunk Low LX 'Pink Foam'

Price: $120
When: Thursday, April 6 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: A new women’s colorway of the Dunk Low is dropping on Thursday morning. It features a mix of pink and Phantom hairy suede across its upper, a baby blue and white double Swoosh, a synthetic leather insole, and a black and white pattern on the laces. 

Nike Dunk High 'Wheat Gold/Safety Orange'

Price: $125
When: Thursday, April 6 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: A mix of materials cover this new colorway of the Dunk High. It features a khaki canvas upper, Wheat Gold leather overlays, and a bright orange sole providing a subtle pop of color. 

JJJJound x Reebok Club C

Price: TBD
When: Thursday, April 6 at 12 p.m.
Where: jjjjound.com
What You Need to Know: JJJJound delivers another simplistic take on the Reebok Club C on Thursday. The fifth collab and third Club C between both brands features a white leather upper with subtle details like JJJJound branding on each side panel and an olive green terry liner. 

Jordan Tatum 1 'Zoo'

Price: $120
When: Friday, April 7 at 10 a.m.
Where: nike.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: After weeks of seeing the Boston Celtics superstar debut impressive PEs on court, the first colorway of the Tatum 1 is going to hit stores on Friday morning. The “Zoo” color scheme features a black mesh upper, tonal overlays covered in animal print embroidery, similar red embroidery wrapping the heel, a cream sole, and gold Jumpman and Tatum logos. The theme is a nod to his favorite place to take his son Deuce. Performance features include a reinforced foam midsole and Nike Zoom Air unit in the heel.

Nike Air Foamposite One 'Penny PE'

Price: $240
When: Friday, April 7 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The latest Foamposite release sees a retail release of a Penny Hardaway PE from 1997. The simplistic pair sports a white Foamposite upper with black leather detailing. “One Cent” logos appear on each tongue and heel. 

New Balance 990v6 'Black'

Price: $199.99
When: Friday, April 7 at 10 a.m.
Where: newbalance.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Following the vibrant take on the 990v6 courtesy of Action Bronson, New Balance returns with a much more toned down inline option. The latest 990v6 sports a black mesh and suede upper with reflective silver detailing. FuelCell foam and ENCAP cushioning in the midsole aim to provide all-day comfort and support. 

Atmos x Salomon XT-6 'Stars Collide'

Price: $200
When: Saturday, April 8 at 11 a.m.
Where: Atmos stores and atmosusa.com
What You Need to Know: Atmos has provided its take on the popular Salomon XT-6 for its first project with the brand. Dubbed the “Stars Collide” colorway, the pair features a black and grey upper, silver details, overlays covered in a tonal star pattern, and speckled midsole. 

Air Jordan 2 Low 'Seersucker'

Price: $150
When: Saturday, April 8 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: This weekend’s Air Jordan drop is an ideal candidate if you may be in search of a last minute sneaker to wear on Easter Sunday. Its main detail comes in the form of a striped and checkered seersucker upper. Pale Vanilla hits on the eyelets, tongue, heel, and outsole complete the springtime colorway.

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