Sneakerheads

Every type of shoe is different. Whether it’s the style, the brand, the color, the comfort, etc. Everybody has their preferences, but why do people collect shoes some people you may ask? There’s only one word for this. Sneakerhead.

A “sneakerhead” is a common word for people who collect sneakers, usually Jordans. I myself collect Jordans but I usually wear mine unlike most sneakerheads. Usually sneakerheads buy Jordans and just keep them, usually in the condition of DS (deadstock; a sneakerhead term for brand new—never been worn) People who have been waiting to buy the new retro Jordans have lately been angry at “re-sellers” because the people who want their shoes can’t get them. Re-sellers are people who buy multiple pairs of shoes and just sell them for higher prices, basically like flipping shoes. This leaves other sneakerheads furious because we can’t buy a pair of shoes because of these people.

Being a sneakerhead is very expensive. If you buy the shoes at the release dates then it is the most least expensive way to be a sneakerhead, but requires waiting hours in line for a pair of shoes (which seems very pointless I know but it’s worth it) So say this December you want to buy the new Bred 11s that come out December 23rd. You can buy them for retail $180 but you have to wait in line and there are very slim chances that you will get a pair of them, or a few hours later and people will be selling them for about $300-400. Being a sneakerhead isn’t just a hobby, it’s a lifestyle.