Where can you buy sneakers?about air jordan raffle and kobe sneakers raffle

For most sneaker enthusiasts, there is often a big question: Where can you buy sneakers?

Nowadays, popular sneakers are no longer waiting for you in stores or on official websites. They are all released through "pre-orders" or "instant raffles."

So today, I am bringing you a super guide on how to buy sneakers at retail price! This includes sneaker purchasing apps, websites, Instagram raffles, and more.

Opportunities are for those who are prepared! Knowing more purchasing channels and entering more raffles will significantly increase your chances of buying your desired sneakers at retail price! Reps fun fans, make sure to save this article~

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1. Recommended Sneaker Purchasing Apps and Tips

Apps essentially convert traditional websites into mobile platforms, becoming the primary way to purchase sneakers today. Most of them offer pre-orders and raffles and allow users to browse sneaker news, making them very convenient. The most popular sneaker apps include the following:SNKRS, adidas app，Foot Locker，Champs/Eastbay/Footaction.

1.1 SNKRS APP

• Keywords: Nike, Air Jordan, Popular Releases, Mainstream
• Practicality Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆

If you don't have the SNKRS app on your phone, you're definitely not a true sneaker enthusiast. As the app for Nike's releases of popular and limited-edition collaboration sneakers (Air Jordan, Air Force 1, Nike SB, etc.), SNKRS has become the primary platform for sneaker releases since its launch in 2015.

Personally, I think SNKRS has the best interface design among all the sneaker apps. The information is well-organized, including featured sneakers, sneaker stories, release information, and more. While other functions won't be detailed here, I'll focus on the three main release methods everyone wants to know about:

1. Direct Purchase: Just like buying from the Nike website, you can place an order directly as long as the sneakers are in stock.
2. SNKRS PASS: Successful reservation allows you to pay and pick up at the store.
3. Draw: Enter a raffle within a limited time, pay online, and have the sneakers shipped to your home.

SNKRS PASS

• Method: Successful reservation allows you to pay and pick up at the store.
• Description: SNKRS PASS is a form of "pre-ordering, pay, and pick up at the store on the release day." As long as your phone is located within the designated radar coverage area of a Nike store, the app will prompt "SNKRS PASS" at a certain moment before the release. After entering the interface, complete the reservation by selecting the store, size, and other information. If the reservation is successful, you can pick up the shoes at the specified time at the Nike store.
• Note: Although SNKRS PASS theoretically only requires us to open the app and locate it, the operation is simple but highly competitive. There is a 90% chance that the reservation will be unsuccessful (fully booked, often due to bots). Therefore, the following Draw method is more practical.

Draw

• Method: Enter a raffle within a limited time, pay online, and have the sneakers shipped to your home.

Draw is a raffle for the release day of the sneakers. For example, if a pair of sneakers is released at 10 AM, the SNKRS app will show an "enter the draw" link at that time. Within the specified time (usually 10-30 minutes), fill in the size, address, payment information, and enter the raffle system. After the raffle ends, the app will display "GOT'EM" or "WASN'T SELECTED" to inform you of the result. If your card is charged, then just wait for the sneakers to be delivered to your home!

Many sneaker fans have a love-hate relationship with SNKRS. On one hand, SNKRS releases include some of the hottest sneakers on the market, and the raffle system is indeed fairer than the first-come, first-served method. On the other hand, because it is so mainstream, bots are rampant, and the chances for ordinary people naturally decrease.

However, some of my friends, even when entering manually, always seem to win sneakers. It seems that buying shoes is a matter of luck! Therefore, don't give up on each SNKRS raffle! Here are some tips:

Tips

1. Make sure to sign in to your Nike account and fill in your personal information before the raffle.
2. Enable location services and notifications for the app.
3. Frequently browse the "upcoming" release list.
4. Set "notify me" for shoes you are interested in.

1.2. adidas app

• Keywords: Yeezy, Raffle
• Practicality Rating: ☆☆☆☆

Like SNKRS, the adidas app is an all-in-one platform for information and shopping, designed to accommodate modern people's reliance on mobile phones by converting traditional web shopping to mobile apps. The main use of this app is to buy Yeezy sneakers.

adidas has explored various methods for releasing Yeezy sneakers, from the previous Confirmed app to website line-ups, and now to the adidas app. For certain Yeezy models, you can register for a raffle (enter draw) on the app at the designated time, and if you win, the shoes will be shipped directly to your home.

This app raffle method is only for specific models. For other Yeezy releases (except for some regional or in-store exclusives), you still need to queue on the website or app at the exact release time to get a chance to purchase, which is another form of raffle.

TIPS

• For any shoes you are interested in, remember to sign up to receive release notifications. Sometimes the app will also provide exclusive drops and special offers, so make sure to enable push notifications!
• Additionally, following Dealmoon can help you find out which sneakers are opening for raffles.

1.3. Foot Locker

• Keywords: Air Jordan, Yeezy, Raffle, In-store Pickup
• Practicality Rating: ☆☆☆☆

Almost every mall has a Foot Locker store, and it also has an app. Like all sneaker apps, you can get information, sneaker calendars, and shop on it. The brands available are also very comprehensive, such as Nike, adidas, Reebok, New Balance, etc. There are two purchasing methods on the app: direct purchase during the release (same as the website) and raffle reservations.

For popular models like certain Air Jordans and Yeezys, Foot Locker opens raffle reservations before the official release. The specific steps are as follows:

1. Enter the Release (sneaker calendar) page, choose the desired sneaker, and click to see if there is a raffle.
2. If there is a raffle, click "submit entry." The page will show several Foot Locker stores based on your phone's location, listed from nearest to farthest.
3. Select up to three stores, fill in the shoe size and other information, and enter the raffle pool for these three stores. If you win, you will be notified the night before the release (selected, waitlisted, or not selected). If selected and you confirm the purchase, click "confirm" to complete the reservation.

Note that for Foot Locker raffles, you must bring your ID to the store to pay and pick up the shoes! I’ve won several Yeezy raffles at Foot Locker before, which was quite satisfying.

TIPS

• Not all sneakers released on Foot Locker have raffles, so be sure to confirm in advance and enable push notifications.
• Make good use of membership points to unlock exclusive discounts and releases. Foot Locker frequently offers discount coupons and special offers, so remember to check your shopping receipts for any discounts.

1.4. Champs/Eastbay/Footaction

• Keywords: Same as Foot Locker
• Practicality Rating: ☆☆☆

Champs, Eastbay, and Footaction are all subsidiaries of Foot Locker, so their app interfaces and raffle processes are identical to Foot Locker. Membership points are also combined into a program called FLX.

The most notable feature of this membership program is a benefit called “HEAD STARTS.” In simple terms, it allows you to start purchasing up to 3 minutes earlier than others. For example, if the official release time for a sneaker is 10 AM, you can start buying at 9:57 AM. To find out what membership level you need to unlock these benefits, you can check the details through the FLX BENEFITS link.

 

2. Brand Stores/Boutiques

Some brand stores and boutiques, although not primarily focused on sneakers, also release popular sneakers, mostly through raffles and in-store pickups. Those living in cities where these stores are located should keep an eye on them!

2.1 Kith

• Keywords: App Raffle, In-store Pickup (New York, Los Angeles, Miami)
• Practicality Rating: ☆☆

Kith has good industry connections, so some popular sneakers like Yeezys, Air Jordans, and limited collaborations are available on their platform. The purchase method is mainly through app raffles and in-store pickups. The raffle can be found under the "DRAWINGS" section in the app. If there's an ongoing raffle, it will show an "enter draw" option. Fill in the required information to enter the raffle and wait for the results.

Kith has three stores in the US: New York, Los Angeles, and Miami. Theoretically, if you can pick up the winning sneakers at the store on the release day within the specified time, you can participate in Kith's raffles.

TIPS

• Follow Kith's Instagram accounts: @kith, @kithfootwear to stay updated on which sneakers are available for raffles.

2.2 CONCEPTS

• Keywords: Website Raffle, In-store Pickup (New York, Boston)
• Practicality Rating: ☆☆

CONCEPTS is a trendy fashion retail store with locations in Boston and New York. The release method for popular sneakers is similar to Kith, but the raffle is conducted through their website rather than an app.

These stores will notify followers of raffles via their Instagram or newsletters. CONCEPTS' Instagram account is @cncpts. When a raffle begins, go to the website homepage to enter the raffle directly. If you win, you will need to pick up the sneakers at the store.

2.3 Dover Street Market

• Keywords: Website Raffle, In-store Pickup (New York, Los Angeles)
• Practicality Rating: ☆☆

Although Dover Street Market (DSM) is a big name, they don't have many raffles for sneakers (but they are always high-quality!). While you can try to buy during the release time, it's usually tough to get them manually, so raffles are the way to go. The raffle web pages are quite simple, and you also need to pick up the sneakers in person.

When you see updates about raffles on the Instagram accounts @doverstreetmarketnewyork and @doverstreetmarketlosangeles, hurry to the website to enter the raffle.

2.4 EM PTY Gallery

• Keywords: Off-White Collaboration Sneaker Releases, In-store Pickup (New York)
• Practicality Rating: ☆☆

EM PTY Gallery is the name of Off-White's flagship store in New York. Off-White and Nike collaboration sneakers are released through website raffles and in-store pickups. Although it is geographically limited (New York only), I have won limited sneakers from this store, so I recommend it to those who have the opportunity!

TIPS

• Follow the Instagram account @em__pty__gallery for notifications. Then enter the raffle page (link in the Instagram bio or click here), and fill in the required information to enter the raffle pool.

3. Sneaker Release Websites

The best part is that you don't have to go to the store to pick them up; you can pay online, and they'll be shipped to your home.

3.1 Nike

• Website: Nike
• Release Method: Direct purchase, or enter draw at the exact release time Before the SNKRS app, everyone used to buy from the Nike website. The purchasing process is the same as the app. If the app crashes, switch to the Nike website to complete your purchase. PS: Remember to log in to your account in advance.

3.2 adidas Yeezy

• Website: adidas Yeezy
• Release Method: Enter the waiting room at the exact release time and wait for purchasing access Anyone who has bought Yeezys knows this process. Here's a tip to increase your chances of winning: use an iPad for the operation, as it performs better than logging in on a phone or computer.

3.3 Yeezy Supply

• Website: Yeezy Supply
• Release Method: Enter the queue system at the exact release time Yeezy Supply is the official site for Yeezys. I’ve detailed this process in previous Yeezy guides, so you can refer to those for a review.

3.4 Travis Scott

• Website: Travis Scott
• Release Method: Raffle Because the collaboration between Travis Scott and Nike is extremely popular, it deserves a separate mention. Besides buying through the SNKRS app, you can also enter raffles on Travis Scott’s official website.

Summary

Additionally, websites like Sneakersnstuff and End. are great for checking daily for sneaker raffles. For more recommendations, please refer to the all-in-one section below!

 

4. All-in-One Recommendation

With so many apps and websites introduced above, beginners might feel overwhelmed: Do I need to check all these apps and websites one by one? Is there an app that can gather all these channels and present them to us? Of course, there is! To prevent everyone from getting lost again, I mainly recommend a very useful app: SoleLinks.

SoleLinks is an app that integrates sneaker release calendars and purchase links. For example, let's take the upcoming release of the AJ1 "Pine Green." You can find it in the release calendar, click on it, and get information about the shoe's price, release date, and more.

The key point is that all the purchase and raffle links are consolidated into one place!

This includes:

• All official websites, sneaker sites, retailers, and local boutique raffle channels in the United States
• International sneaker websites (that can ship to the US)
• Secondary market purchase channels

Just follow the list provided, click each link to register and enter raffles, and you’re good to go! I once used SoleLinks to enter a raffle at a little-known boutique in New Jersey and won a pair of Off-White Converse! Without this app, I probably would never have known about that raffle opportunity.So for those who are "lazy" or don't want to spend too much effort, the SoleLinks app alone is enough!

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