Nike Blazer Low '77 Vintage By You DO7395 001Men 9Neon OrangeCourt ShoesNWOBIn the year 1973, the Blazers were the best and most technically advanced shoes you could see on a basketball court. They were named after the Portland Trail Blazers. George "Iceman" Gervin (San Antonio Spurs), one of the best shooting guards at the time, signed a contract with Nike and wore the Blazers until the end of his career. Gervin was well known for his cool approach at the game. Hence the nickname "Iceman", which they shared with the Blazers. Blazers are simple sneakers with full-leather upper, much of which is occupied by a giant swoosh logo. As sports shoe innovations went ahead, they left this model far behind, and most athletes switched to adidas or Jordans. Fortunately, the Blazers were taken on by skaters who gave them a renaissance without which they would fall into oblivion.