Nike's latest version of its Air Force 1 sneakers pays homage to Long Island's landmark Jones Beach.
The sand-colored canvas and leather shoe features the Jones Beach water tower on the tongue. A map of Long Island is emblazoned on the light-blue sole. Inside is the phrase "Strong Island.''
The Air Force 1 model was the first to feature cushioned, inflatable pouches in the heel.
Built in 1929, Jones Beach State Park draws some 6 million people annually to its 6.5 miles of ocean beach and 2-mile boardwalk.
Parks spokesman George Gorman called the citation "a terrific honor for a world-class facility.''
Nike only made 516 pairs of the shoe, an homage to Long Island's area code and the shoe quickly sold out at most retailers.
Yankee Stadium Destruction Update - 11/5/2009 Photographs of the old Yankee Stadium being destroyed and saluting the team playing across the street.These photos were taken by Tom Kaminski in Chopper 880 over Bronx, NY on Thursday, November 5, 2009.
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