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Wednesday, April 25, 2007
Nike Transformer - sneaker robot
Nike Japan and Tomy have teamed up to make this sweet new Transformer, "Convoy," which transforms from a half-size sneaker into a robot. If only it was wearable. Also -- a little continuity problem with the whole sneaker thing, as when Optimus Prime and the gang are rolling to a rumble with the Decepticons and the Convoy is hopping along one-footed behind them, trying to keep up, getting run over, etc.
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(Thanks, Kristoffer!)
Update: Christian sez, "The transforming sneaker will not be following Optimus Prime, it IS Optimus Prime. 'Convoy' is his Japanese name."
Update 2: $cott sez, "Not to be outdone, Reebok has enlisted Voltron to make a special line of shoes this summer. It's the new mash-up: streetwear collabs."
Update 3: Matt sez, "Not to be outdone, the mighty Megatron also has taken the form of footwear."
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