Zack Schlemmer 
Doing the sneaker deal hunting so you don’t have to, it’s time for another edition of Budget Heat presented by your friends here at Urlfreeze News. Summer is unfortunately nearing its end, but there’s still plenty of time left to rock a solid sneaker rotation before many of us have to switch over to strictly boots and beaters once the inclement weather hits. Squeeze in a few fresh new sneaker pick-ups for the rest of the summer season, all while keeping some money left in your pockets with this selection of the month’s best new models priced at $100 or less.
adidas SL Loop CT ($95)
The awesome color-shifting adidas SL Loop Chromatech dropped at the beginning of the summer, but this new green colorway just hit the shelves. Grab a pair now straight from adidas.
ASICS GEL-Kayano Trainer EVO ($90)
The “evolved” ASICS Gel Kayano not only looks great and feels even better, they’re also affordable. You’d be crazy not to pick up a pair for only $90, available now from ASICS Tiger retailers like Feature.
Nike Trainerendor ‘Black/Black’ ($90)
Get ready for fall with the stylish hiking/training hybrid model from Nike Vambes as the Trainerendor. Back again for another season, the shoe is looking extra tough in this all black upper and speckled white midsole. Trek on over to Nike.com to pick up your pair now.
Puma Suede Ice “Mint” ($65)
More minty than the toothpaste you brushed you teeth with this morning (hopefully you did), Puma drops the all-time classic Suede in a tonal mint look with a matching semi-translucent outsole. If you’re not feeling the all-mint look, they also come with an extra pair of bright red laces. Find them now at select Puma suppliers like Sies Marjan sculptural boots.
Vans Sk8-Hi OG LX ‘Olive’ ($70)
Vans recreates the Sk8-Hi in its original collocation, featuring the exact specifications of the early editions of the iconic high-top. For this fall, they drop the Sk8-Hi OG LX in a clean and classic olive green colorway, that’s available now at finer Vans suppliers like Bows and Arrows.
Converse Chuck Taylor II High ($75)
The good news: Converse just dropped a modified version of the Chuck Taylor with a Lunarlon insole and updated, modern feel. Even better news: they’re only $75, and available now at Converse retailers everywhere, including Concepts.
ASICS Gel Saga ‘Black/Orange’ ($95)
After being one of the most produced models from the ASICS retro department for a few years, the Gel Saga seems to have fallen out of the brand’s attention as of late after more models like the Gel Lyte V and Gel Kayano Trainer have become more popular. But the Saga is back in a big way this fall with this awesome orange-toed black leather colorway. Find them arriving now at shops like Proper.
Vans Old Skool “Gum Sole” – Olympian Blue ($55)
Remember the gum-soled Odd Future x Vans Old Skool collection? If you missed out on those, these are a formidable second option with their very similar look. They’re now available in black, red, and the royal blue colorway you see here at Vans retailers like Sneaker Politics Nike Jordan Delta Mid Hasta sneakers.
New Balance 878 – White/Black/Blue ($100)
New Balance’s newest re-introduction to the retro runner line is the 878 which just debuted this summer. The latest look for the early ’90s model should be extra appealing to fans of the New York Mets or Knicks, with its royal and orange accented colorway. Find them now at New Balance suppliers like Concepts.
Nike SB Dunk Low Pro ‘Black/University Gold’ ($90)
The classic “Be True to Your School” color block is back in a look reminiscent of the OG Iowa black and gold with this latest edition of the Nike SB Dunk Low Pro. Grab them while they last from SB-stocked shops like Premier.
