New AND1 footwear for 2013 Q3/Q4 have finally arrived!

[Shoe News – 8.28.13] – New AND1 footwear for 2013 Q3/Q4 have finally arrived!

Inks and Images: FLASH aka g_sk1lls

For more than a week now, new stocks of AND1 footwear for 3^rd and 4^th quarter of 2013 have already arrived in AKT!V outlets and AND1 stores nationwide.  Interestingly, both models are off-court pairs - the Tochillin 2013 (three colorways), and the D2 Low.

Price point as follows :

• Tochillin 2013 = Php 3,645
• Royal/Black/White
• Black/White/Silver
• Varsity Red/Black/White

• D2 Low = Php 3,695
• Black/Black/Yellow

The local arrival of the Tochillin 2013 is much-anticipated as early as 2012.  One of the most popular AND1 models of all time, and the brand’s most commercially successful silhouette, it offers a good mix of comfort, style, and that bit of nostalgia that fans of the brand truly love.  Check out the Sole Spotlight article published last month about the Tochillin 2013 / Too Chillin’ 2013 by clicking HERE.

As for the D2 Low, its leather, sandwich mesh offers breathability while the molded EVA midsole offers cushion.  Also, the wave bone outsole offers flexible movement & reduces weight.

For previous local drops of AND1 footwear for 2013, check out the related articles below:

• New AND1 footwear for 2013 Q1/Q2 have finally arrived!
• Additional AND1 shoe models for 2013 Q1/Q2 now locally available!
• New colorways for the AND1 Empire Mid (Japan Collection) out now

Shoutouts to Relzbach Ventures/AKT!V partners (Gola Greenbelt) for another timely update on these new kicks.  Follow us on Twitter (@and1ph), and please LIKE us on Facebook (facebook.com/and1ph).  Check ‘em out, AND Juans!

The Tochillin 2013's three colorways (red, black, and blue).

The And1 Too Chillin’ 2013 (off-court)

[Sole Spotlight – 7.22.13] – The And1 Too Chillin’ 2013 (off-court)

Inks: FLASH aka g_sk1lls

Images: FLASH and various online sources

It’s been quite some time already since Sole Spotlight focused on an AND1 off-court pair, and this month – we highlight one of the most revolutionary models of all time, AND1’s Tochillins, recently retooled and re-released as the Too Chillin’ 2013.  This model’s predecessor, the original Tochillins was the most commercially successful model in AND1’s history.  Featuring some minor tweaks from the original design  – the popular off-court pair is back for 2013 in different colorways.  Posted below some images of the said model.

This model (and all of its color variants) features:

o    Lycra mesh, antimicrobial foam cools foot.

o    Heel pull-tab allows for easy entry/exit.

o    Molded EVA midsole offers cushion.

o Herringbone outsole eases movement & reduces weight.

Originally announced exactly a year ago (click HERE for the July 2012 article), the Too Chillin’ 2013 sports a different sole from the original, but fuses old and current AND1 logos on the final product – giving that throwback feel with the modern treatment.

Classic Tochillin and Too Chillin' 2013 comparison.

Check out the throwback AND1 “boomerang” logo on this silhouette.

Personally, I felt that the shoe didn’t run true to size - probably owing to the original mold.  When buying a pair, it’s highly recommended to get one size bigger (not even a half size upgrade).  That means if you’re regularly a size 10 US in AND1 performance kicks, you might want to get a size 11 US for the Too Chillin’ 2013 for that maximum comfy feel.  Other than that, this shoe is automatically a must-cop for any AND Juan out there.

More pictures of the shoe below.  I originally had a similar pair back in the day, and other than sheer nostalgia, this pair offers a comfortable alternative to wearing slippers/sandals before and after a good hooping session.  Sneakerheads and regular basketball junkies are also sure to appreciate the simple and yet stylish look that this model brings.

This model is set to be released within Q3 of this year according to sources from AKT!V / Relzbach (local distributor of AND1).  Colorway selections are as follows:

• V.Red/White/Silver
• Royal/White/Silver
• Black/White/Silver 

Check us out regularly for more Sole Spotlight features from AND1 Ph as we continue to post new models in the coming months.  ONE!