BRANDON JINX LAUNCHES LINEAGE FOAMPOSITE EXHIBITION MARCH 7TH NYC — Quick Facts
Brandon 'Jinx' Jenkins, the multimedia creative behind Nike's first Morehouse College sneaker collaboration, is launching LINEAGE, an exhibition exploring Foamposite genealogy at 47 Chrystie Street from March 7-21. The show celebrates the Nike Air Foamposite One, which debuted in 1997 with Penny Hardaway's signature Royal Blue colorway, featuring art, apparel, ephemera and conversations spanning the sneaker's controversial 29-year timeline.
Key Data Points
- Brandon Jinx Jenkins previously designed Nike's first official Morehouse College sneaker in 2023
- The Foamposite originally cost $180 in 1997, making it one of the most expensive basketball shoes
- Galaxy Foamposites in 2012 created $10 billion aftermarket value and Craigslist car trades
Frequently Asked
- When does the LINEAGE Foamposite exhibition open?
- LINEAGE opens Saturday March 7th at 6pm and runs through March 21st at 47 Chrystie Street NYC.
- How much did the original Foamposite cost in 1997?
- The Nike Air Foamposite One originally retailed for $180 in 1997, $30 more than Jordan 1 retros.
- Who designed the Foamposite technology?
- Eric Avar and Nike's Advanced Product Engineering team created Foamposite using liquid polyurethane molding.