The "Sickness" of Collecting: Why We Buy Shoes We Don't Wear

Send us Fan Mail#12hubsneakerpodcast #Sneakerhead #JordanBrand #SneakerCollection #NikeSB #SneakerMarketIs sneaker collecting ruining your finances? We break down a $200k debt confession, why we're selling off "grails," and why the new Jordan releases might sit on shelves.Detailed Summary In this episode, we dive deep into the current state of the sneaker market. We start with a controversial unboxing of the Supreme Ski Goggles and a review of the bizarre new Nike "Mind" shoe. The conversation gets real as we discuss the financial dangers of the hobby, including a massive $200k debt story and the decision to liquidate a massive Jordan 11 collection.We also debate the upcoming 2026 release calendar, including the return of the Jordan 17 Lows, the "Reimagined" series, and why we think the Jordan 1 hype cycle is hitting a low point. Plus, we give our unfiltered opinions on the Travis Scott Pink lows, the Nigel Sylvester 4s, and why lace swapping classic Jordans needs to stop immediately.TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Supreme Ski Goggles Unboxing & Pricing 09:10 Buying Used SBs with Crumbled Soles 13:00 Nike "Mind" Shoe Review: Gimmick or Comfort? 17:40 The Slide Debate: Yeezy vs. Rejuvenate vs. Jordan 26:30 Jordan 17 Lows & 2026 Doernbecher First Impressions 32:00 The Flight Club 4s & Upcoming Infrareds 36:20 The Addiction: Buying Doubles of Shoes We Don't Wear 40:02 The $200k Sneaker Debt Confession 47:50 The "Keep Only 10 Pairs" Challenge 55:15 Are Jordan 1s Dead? (85 Cuts & Royals Discussion) 01:00:30 Thoughts on the Union & Nigel Sylvester Jordan 4s 01:06:00 Travis Scott Pink Lows & Bad Bunny Collabs 02:14:40 Air Max 95 Big Bubble: Pricing & Availability 02:25:20 The Return of Vintage North Face Tech 02:36:15 Hot Take: Why Lace Swapping Ruins the Shoe🎤 Subscribe for more real convos on culture, business, and current events.👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Hit that bell – join the community!_________________________________________Instagram (Shaun): https://www.instagram.com/marblemarbsInstagram (Kari): https://www.instagram.com/hashavehad_shopInstagram (Drew): https://www.instagram.com/thedrus.shoes/Instagram (Mike Wavs): https://www.instagram.com/mikewavs/Instagram (Hugh): https://www.instagram.com/idothis4thegramAll Thing 12 Hub: https://linktr.ee/12hubpodcastWebsite: https://thetwelvehub.com/ Instagram (12 Hub Sneaker Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/the12hubsneakerpodcast/ TikTok (12 Hub Podcast): https://www.tiktok.com/@the12hubsneakerpodcastX (12 Hub Podcast): https://x.com/the12hubsneakerpodcastFacebook (12 Hub Podcast): https://www.facebook.com/the12hubpodcastSupport the show