words // Brandon Richard
We were all introduced to BALL'N Footwear when Los Angeles Lakers forward Ron Artest debuted the brand at the start of the 2010-2011 season. Since then, the upstart company has held official launches in major cities like New York City and Los Angeles, and has started selling their basketball models through their Facebook shop. For those seeking out additional availability options, California-based retailer Sportie LA is now selling both the All Out and Lay Up models in multiple colorways in store and online.
The Lay Up is a low top constructed with a U-Throat upper and tongue wings for centered tongue placement. A molded arc heel wedge has been worked into the footed, which works with a compression molded midsole and lightweight D30 cushioning to deliver maximum comfort and response. Herringbone traction on the outsole improves on-court grip and cut precision, while an exposed glass plate enhances multi-directional acceleration.
BALL'N's All Out is a mid-cut sneaker that makes use of the same U-Throat and tongue wings build. Design technology, including D30 cushioning, remains the same as well. The Lay-Up retails for $74.95; $84.95 for the All Out. Available now at Sportie LA in multiple sizes.
