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As mentioned in our [KATC Video Feature: Gilbert Arenas on the GIL II ZERO], Adidas is set to release 20 colorways of the GIL II ZERO. Out of these 20 colorways, only two are considered General Release (the pair pictured above and a Washington Wizards Home colorway), while the other 18 colorways are set to release in various limited numbers. The largest pair total of the limited GIL II ZEROS is set at 5000 pairs worldwide and smallest pair total is set at 100 pairs. Though we can not show pictures of the upcoming releases at this time, we do have a complete breakdown of the release dates, pair totals, and quick details regarding each sneaker.
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1. "Scores for Schools" GIL II ZERO - To be worn during the Foundation Kickoff Event
Gilbert Arenas will wear the "Scores for Schools" GIL II ZERO at the Scores for Schools Foundation Kick-off event. Gilbert founded the Scores for Schools Foundation to provide inner city schools with the funding that they need. Gilbert gives the foundation $100 for every point that he scores throughout the NBA season, this total is then matched by the Washington Wizards. Last year, the foundation raised over $120,000.The "Scores for Schools" GIL II ZERO is predominantly White with Red and Blue accents and the Scores for Schools logo emblazoned on the forefoot strap. The "Scores for Schools" GIL II ZERO will be released in amount of 5000 pairs worldwide.
2. "Cust0mize" GIL II ZERO - To be worn vs. Warriors on Nov. 23, 2007
The "Cust0mize" GIL II ZERO will be the first GIL II ZERO that Gilbert wears during the NBA season. He will start the season off in last year's GIL ZERO. Because Gilbert loves writing on his game sneakers, the "Cust0mize" GIL II ZEROs feature a predominatly all White upper that doubles as a customizeable dry erase board that you can easily write on/erase off. The "Cust0mize" GIL II ZEROs will come with a Gilbert Arenas dry erase marker. Almost the entire upper on the "Cust0mize" GIL II ZEROs is "cust0mizeable". At this point, Gilbert does not know what he is going to write on his during his game versus the Warriors. The "Cust0mize" GIL II ZEROs will release in an amount of 3000 pairs worldwide.
3. "Agent Zero" GIL II ZERO - To be worn vs. Cavs on Dec. 5, 2007
The "Agent Zero" GIL II ZERO is a special agent/James Bond inspired sneaker, it features a predominantly Black upper with a Clear outsole. The "Agent Zero" GIL II ZEROs will release in an amount of 3000 pairs worldwide.
4. "Vote for Gilbert" GIL II ZERO to be worn vs. Suns on Dec. 7, 2007
Tying into a campaign that Gilbert is doing with Vitamin Water, the "Vote for Gilbert" Adidas GIL II ZEROs feature a Black and Gold colorway inspired by Gilbert's push to be this year's NBA MVP. The sneakers feature the words "Vote For" and "Gilbert" on the forefoot straps, and MVP on the tongues. The "Vote for Gilbert" GIL II ZEROs will be released an an amount of 3000 pairs worldwide.
5. "NBA LIVE 08" GIL II ZERO to be worn @ the Heat on Dec. 13, 2007
Gilbert Arenas is this EA Sport's NBA Live 2008 cover player. To celebrate this, EA Sports, Gilbert and Adidas came together to design the "NBA Live 08" GIL II ZERO. The "NBA Live 08" ZEROs featue a predominantly White upper with Red, Blue, Black and Silver accents. The forefoot straps read "Cover" and "Boy" and the EA Sports NBA Live 2008 logo is emblazoned on the outer lateral heel of the sneakers. The "NBA LIVE 08" GIL II ZEROs will release in an amount of 3000 pairs worldwide.
6. "DC Football" GIL II ZERO to be worn vs. Heat on Dec. 29, 2007
Designed with inspiration from the Washington Redskins Football uniform, the "DC Football" GIL II ZEROs feature a White upper with Brown and Yellow accents. The forefoot straps read "Chocolate" and "City". The "DC Football" GIL II ZEROs will release in an amount of 300 pairs worldwide.
7. "Coke Zero" GIL II ZERO to be worn @ Hawks on Jan. 11, 2008
Gilbert is sponsored by Vitamin Water which is now owned by Coke. Playing of the the "Coke Zero" and Gilbert's "Agent Zero" moniker, Coca Cola, Adidas, and Gilbert came together to design the "Coke Zero" GIL II ZERO. The "Coke Zeros" feature a Black upper with Red and Silver accents, akin to a Coke Zero bottle. The "Coke Zeros" also feature Coca Cola logos on the tongue and body of the sneaker. The "Coke Zero" GIL II ZEROs will only be available on [MyCokeRewards.com], redeemable through My Coke Rewards points. 200 pairs of the "Coke Zero" GIL II ZEROs will be available on MyCokeRewards.com
8. "Halo" GIL II ZERO to be worn @ Nuggets on Feb. 8, 2008
Gilbert Arenas is a Halo fanatic. To celebrate his number 1 ranked MLG Halo team and with the release of Halo 3 today (Sept. 25th), Adidas, Gilbert, and Microsoft/Bungie, came together to design the "Halo" GIL II ZERO. The "Halos" feature a Black upper with a Black embroidered Halo monogram throughout. The "Halo" GIL II ZEROs are the most limited GIIZERO, releasing in an amount of 100 pairs worldwide
9 . "Black President" GIL II ZERO to be worn @ Suns on Feb. 10, 2008
Inspired by a Presidential suit, the "Black President" GIL II ZEROs feature a Black upper with light White pinstripes and a Wingtip print on the toe. The "Black Presidents" feature the words "In Gilbert" and "We Trust" on the forefoot straps and a Presidential Seal on the tongues. The "Black President" GIL II ZEROs will release an in amount of 1000 pairs worldwide.
10. "Looney Tune/Bugs" GIL II ZERO to be worn @ Warriors on Feb. 11, 2008
Designed for Gilbert's son, in collaboration with Warner Bros./Looney Tunes, the "Looney Tunes/Bugs" GIL II ZERO will release in Kid's sizes only. The "Bugs" GIL II ZEROs feature a White/Black/Red upper with a Bugs Bunny illustration on the outer lateral heel . The "Bugs" GIL II ZEROs will release in an amount of 5000 pairs worldwide.
11. "Looney Tunes/TWEETY" GIL II ZERO to be worn @ Clippers on Feb. 13, 2008
Designed for Gilbert's daughter, in collaboration with Warner Bros./Looney Tunes, the "Looney Tunes/Tweety" GIL II ZERO will release in Kid's sizes only. The "Tweety" GIL II ZEROs feature a White/Blue/Orange/Yellow upper with an illustration of Tweety on the outer lateral heel. The "Tweety" GIL II ZEROs will release in an amount of 5000 pairs worldwide.
12. "SLAM Magazine" GIL II ZERO to be worn @ Knicks on Feb. 19, 2008
Still a mystery. Russ doesn't even know what they look like.
13. "THREEZERO" GIL II ZERO to be worn @ Rockets on Feb. 26, 2008
Designed by Eric So for THREEZERO Toys, the "THREEZERO" GIL II ZERO will come with a 24 inch AGENT ZERO figure. The "THREEZERO" GIL II ZEROs will release in an amount of 200 pairs in the US and 300 pairs in Asia.
14. "Cuba" GIL II ZERO to be worn @ Heat Mar. 21, 2008
To celebrate is Cuban heritage, Adidas designed the "Cuba" GIL II ZERO. The "Cubas" featue a Cuban Flag inspired White/Red/Light Blue colorway. The "Cuba" GIL II ZEROs will release in an amount of 3000 pairs worldwide.
15. "Channel Zero" GIL II ZERO to be worn @ Blazers on Mar. 25, 2008
Originally intended to release along with a RUN DMC remake of their "Channel Zero" song, the "Channel Zeros" feature a Grey/Patent TV Static Print/Yellow upper with the words "Don't Watch Me Watch TV" emblazoned on the outer lateral heel. The forefoot straps also read "Channel" and Zero". The "Channel Zero" GIL II ZEROs will release in an amount of 3000 pairs globally.
16. "Gilwood" GIL II ZERO to be worn @ Lakers on Mar. 30, 2008
To celebrate Gilbert's California upbrining, Adidas designed the "Gilwood" GIL II ZEROs. The "Gilwoods" feature the classic White/Varisty Purple/Varsity Yellow colorway. Adidas also created a T-shirt for the sneakers that read "I Love LA with Gilbert's face replacing the "Love". The "Gilwood" GIL II ZEROs will release in an amount of 3000 pairs worldwide.
17. "UNDRCRWN" GIL II ZERO to be worn vs. Heat on April 4, 2008
Inspired by Platinum and Ice, the UNDRCRWN designed "UNDRCRWN" GIL II ZEROs feature a flashing Metallic Silver upper designed with several different Metallic Silver materials. Gilbert considers these his favorite of the lot. The "UNDRCRWN" GIL II ZEROs will release in an mount of 1000 pairs worlwide.
18. "Hibachi" GIL II ZERO to be worn vs. Pistons on March 23, 2008
After calling himself the Hibachi for a while now, Adidas, Gilbert, and Benihanas linked up to create the "Hibachi" GIL II ZERO. The "Hibachis" feature a Red patent upper with Black accents and the Benihana logo on the body. The "Benihanas" will release in an amount of 1000 pairs worldwide.
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