Austin Reaves Debuts New Rigorer AR1 'Year of the Dragon' Release

As the anticipation builds for the upcoming 2024-25 NBA season, basketball fans and players are getting ready for more signature shoe releases from their favorite stars. Austin Reaves is ending off the summer with a big release in collaboration with KICKS CREW. Inspired by the Chinese lunar calendar's zodiac sign, the Rigorer AR1 'Year of the Dragon' is set to officially release this Saturday.

This special edition marks a significant milestone for both Austin Reaves and Rigorer, as the pair recently celebrated the one-year anniversary of the AR1's initial release. The 'Year of the Dragon' colorway introduces a bold and vibrant redesign to Austin Reaves' first signature shoe, encapsulating the essence of the dragon zodiac sign known for embodying power, nobility, honor, luck, and success.

Austin Reaves, the Los Angeles Lakers star, expressed his gratitude towards his fans, especially those in China, who have been instrumental in the success of the AR1 line. He shared, “The success of the AR1 line wouldn’t be where it is today without the support of our fans in China. I am grateful for all the support I receive worldwide and am thrilled to incorporate global cultures and events into my signature line.”

The AR1 'Year of the Dragon' stands out as Austin Reaves' tenth release within his signature shoe line. This limited edition features a vibrant design blending blue, red, and yellow tones. The shoe's upper showcases a dragon scale pattern, complemented by fire details on the midsole. The heel of the shoe swaps out Reaves' logo with dragon graphics, rounding off this unique and special AR1 release.

This collaboration between Austin Reaves, Rigorer, and KICKS CREW celebrates the Chinese lunar calendar and pays tribute to the global community's love for basketball and sneakers. The 'Year of the Dragon' AR1 promises to be a major release worldwide, offering fans a glimpse into the fusion of sports, culture, and style.

The Rigorer AR1 ‘Year of the Dragon’ will be released at 11 AM ET / 8 AM PT on August 17, 2024, exclusively on KICKSCREW.COM for $100 USD.