Nike Skateboarding's latest release is a boozy homage to 'Steel Reserve' beer cans.
The 'Dunk High Pro' shoe model has received a Steel Reserve makeover to resemble the look of the beer brand's drinking cans. The upper of the shoe features a shiny aluminium-like metallic silver color paired with black accents sitting on top of a bright red rubber sole. Besides resembling a beer can, these specialty shoes are also equipped to provide cushioning, comfort, traction and support while either skateboarding, or partaking in a few beverages.
This design is actually not Nike Skateboarding's first foray into alcohol-themed shoe designs. Previously, the company remade this same shoe model in an all-over crinkled brown pattern resembling a brown liquor bottle bag.
Beer Can-Inspired Sneakers
These Nike Shoes are Modeled After 'Steel Reserve' Beer Cans
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