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Let the debates begin.  It seems that I am not the only one out here that thinks the Ndividual 574 (recently on NBkicks) are lame and unoriginal.  Not that the concept itself is bad, I just crave more creativity than a black shoe with a velcro “N” I can replace or lose.  Lazy over at Kicks-n-Jams had a few thoughts on the matter as well, here is what he had to say:

I like the idea of these sneakers far better than the execution. …  Maybe a different colored sole or a mid sole with more flavor. Add a lace lock or get more interesting with the eyelets.   …   There is still potential for this series but they gotta get on it now before they completely lose public interest. It’s funny that they drop this design called Ndividual and then turn around and can design truly original series like the “super team” family and the “hungry dragon” stuff. You can do better NB!!!

I am sure that there are those of you out there that must have this shoe and that’s cool but I think I will do without.

Overkill has the M574NDK’s in stock and available for order.  The 574 is probably NB’s most widely used canvas for its classics. Its wedge shape is very recognizable.  The Ndividual series allows the wearer to change the laces as well as the “N’s” on the shoes themselves.  The logos are attached via a velcro backing and come in neon yellow, neon camo, and grey camouflage.  The Ndividual series is still very collectible and definitely gives a change to the standard 574.  I am not big on this shoe. For some reason I find them a little cheesy.  The creativity and originality of most of NB’s limited edition styles is lost on these.