We guys would all love to receive a pair of kicks for Christmas, but giving them out? That's a splurge only a select few would be worthy of. If you've got a lot of shoe lovers in your life, then we recommend stuffing their stockings with some of these sneakerhead essentials instead.
1) Shoe Cleaners
Every sneakerhead will be happy to have one of these—and even if he's already got some, a reload is always welcome!
Clyde Shoe Cleaner, P800
Locally made and 99% natural, the Clyde kit is the eco-friendly sneakerhead's best friend.
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Crep Protect Cure, P1045
Initially known for creating a treatment to not get your kicks filthy in the first place, Crep Protect came out with a kit to get them back to spec as well.
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Jason Markk 4 oz Essential Shoe Cleaning Kit, P895
The OG of shoe cleaners, since then joined by a whole load of other products, but still an old faithful.
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Reshoevn8r Patented Sneaker Laundry System, P1150
When your beloved shoes need more than a brushing—and you're feeling daring—the Reshoevn8r kit involves tossing them into the washing machine!
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2) Shoe Cleaners...on the go
Getting dirt on your kicks can ruin your vibe for the whole night as you can't wait to get home and clean them up. Well, there's really no need to wait if you have some of these portables.
Crep Protect Wipes, P795
Double sided for double the wiping action—one rough and heavy duty, the other softer for more delicate areas.
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Jason Markk Travel Shoe Cleaning Kit, P1195
For someone chasing the fire grams abroad, stuff this into their backpack.
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Reshoevn8r Suede/Nubuck Eraser, P251
If you know a bro's favorite pair comes in either of these tricky materials.
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3) Shoe Fresheners
Shoes not only get dirty, but they can also start smelling pretty dank after too much use. These products will deodorize and eliminate odor-causing bacteria in your shoes, keeping them fragrant 24/7.
Crep Protect Pills, P445
Comes with a twisting “on/off” functionality, so you don't feel like you're wasting them if all your shoes currently pass the sniff test!
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Clyde Activated Charcoal, P285
There is a difference between uling and activated charcoal guys, so don't try to grill with these please.
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Sof Sole Sneaker Balls, P320
Aside from your smelly kicks, you can also leave these balls in other stinky spots like your gym bag.
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4) Water & Stain Repellant Sprays
In case you still haven't noticed, we have the technology to protect shoes.
Crep Protect Spray, P995
The OG spray you probably know from someone pouring ketchup on a damn shoe for some reason.
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Clyde Water and Stain Repellant, P675
Proudly marketed as not flammable so they're safe to spray on your most fire kicks.
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Jason Markk Repel, P945
Touted to have a “Better than aerosol” spray quality, this will protect every molecule of your shoes.
Get it here.
Directory:
Sof Sole Products (Toby's, Planet Sports, The Athlete's Foot, Sports Warehouse, ROX)
Jason Markk (Titan)
Crep Protect (all over the place really)
Clyde (Toby's, Sole Academy, Urban Athletics,)
Reshovn8r (Sole Academy, The Nines)
