Nah. It also wouldn’t make sense since Kobe didn’t tear his Achilles until well after the 8 was designed.Do you guys think the Kobe 8 Protro would have people arguing if the back logo should be the full shozoku or just the straight lines like people argue about Nike air on Jordan 3s/4s?
Just a random thought I had watching the new weartesters video on the Thunder 4s.
THE OFFICIAL NIKE KOBE FOOTWEAR THREAD: RIP LEGEND 1978-2020. MAMBA FOREVER | 3 Releases 4/13
- Thread in 'Nike' Thread starter Started by thapointguy,
- Start date
- 10,361
- 8,825
- Joined
- Jul 1, 2014
Yup might as well just get a rep like Ja Morant did. Nike holding out OD and when they do release it's limited AF.
- 461
- 751
- Joined
- Apr 15, 2019
Oh no I wasn’t talking about the Achilles notches on the 9s,10s, etc. I was talking about the logos that would become the full shozoku only if you had the right socks.
Oh got ya. I think it’s such a minor difference that people will not care. The OG Nike Air vs Jordan logo makes a big difference for a lot of people, myself included. 3s, 4s, 5s, 6s look so much better with the Nike Air on the back.
Oh no I wasn’t talking about the Achilles notches on the 9s,10s, etc. I was talking about the logos that would become the full shozoku only if you had the right socks.
- 13,352
- 14,775
- Joined
- Aug 22, 2013
Oh no I wasn’t talking about the Achilles notches on the 9s,10s, etc. I was talking about the logos that would become the full shozoku only if you had the right socks.
That was actually a neat marketing gimmick.
But going forward, I'm sure nobody will care about the story or the socks...IMO the full shozoku looks "better" and wouldn't surprise me if they just use that.
- 3,178
- 2,703
- Joined
- Feb 11, 2013
I had those socks. They were TIGHT AF.
- 5,175
- 5,848
- Joined
- Dec 24, 2016
I'm a hypocrite. I have gone to the other side and made a purchase from KW for the KY 6 and EYBL 6. Never thought I'd purchase from such a place, but after hearing the reviews and hearing how they perform quite comparable to retails on the court, I decided to give it a try. I was definitely on the fence, but my only hoop shoes that are still wearble are the GT cut 2's, Yeezy QNTM Bballs, and Yeezy Knit bballs. The yeezy shoes are just super clunky and heavy, but I usually just shoot around in em or warm up with it then switch to the cuts. My 5 rings and carpe diem 4's are so worn down that they just aren't wearble, same as my Kyrie 7's.
And I know we all say wear your kicks (which I do), but I am definitely not beating up any more kobe protros on outdoor courts. I decided to just wear em for casual. On court review will come whenever I get around to testing them out after they arrive.
And I know we all say wear your kicks (which I do), but I am definitely not beating up any more kobe protros on outdoor courts. I decided to just wear em for casual. On court review will come whenever I get around to testing them out after they arrive.
- 3,083
- 3,722
- Joined
- May 22, 2013
Can’t wait for the review bro…I’m on the fence just like you…
- 11,114
- 3,728
- Joined
- Sep 29, 2008
I played against someone wearing a rep PJ tucker Vs. He said the toe box is more wider which was better for him fitwise. Everything else is the same or performs the same as retail
- 3,178
- 2,703
- Joined
- Feb 11, 2013
Wear them lightly for a week or two until the glue smell goes away. They come super factory fresh so I think it’s best to let everything break in and dry fully to make sure they stay durable. They fit quite tight and narrow just like the retails , so if you didn’t go up a half size it’s gonna be a somewhat uncomfortable breakin lol
- 17,600
- 32,492
- Joined
- Aug 10, 2012
- 3,083
- 3,722
- Joined
- May 22, 2013
We’re gonna needa full breakdown on yours, video breakdown of possible
Oh man I got 4 pairs nowWe’re gonna needa full breakdown on yours, video breakdown of possible
three gk 6 and the newest reverse Bruce Lee 5. Eybl is my favorite to play in. The black rubber outsole has the best traction and the shoe is just very bouncy overall. The forefoot zoom bags may be even thicker than retail ones. Wore them today actually!
Attachments
- 6,739
- 9,297
- Joined
- Sep 13, 2021
This is what tempts me to get some GK. They basically 1:1 Kobe’s and if Nike is gonna be a ***** abt it then I mine as wellOh man I got 4 pairs now
Wore them today actually!
- 17,037
- 12,165
- Joined
- Apr 1, 2005
i CANT believe I’m reading what I’m reading in here 
what a time…..
what a time…..
- 4,826
- 7,307
- Joined
- Jan 2, 2014
i CANT believe I’m reading what I’m reading in here
People are tired of looking at or having to pay $600-$700 for a used pair and
for a new pair...
Because of Nike.
- 13,350
- 12,249
- Joined
- Oct 14, 2008
I still won’t forget picking up Kobe’s for $80-$100 at footlocker. What a time. Now Nike doesn’t even make enough stock to buy size 13s on discount for the lebrons and stuff. It sucks.
- 652
- 2,794
- Joined
- Apr 28, 2022
- 2,681
- 4,710
- Joined
- Jan 1, 2019
Heyyy... they got a chance .... so tell your savings to be prepared lol
- 3,335
- 1,133
- Joined
- Sep 23, 2008
So there def won't be any drops for Mamba day right? U know, cuz Nike completely ****ting the bed with the Kobe line
- 10,361
- 8,825
- Joined
- Jul 1, 2014
Can't really blame the actual ballers in here that wanna actually PLAY BALL in Kobes. Nike fumbled big time with the Kobe line it's sad.i CANT believe I’m reading what I’m reading in here
- 919
- 91
- Joined
- Dec 24, 2000
lookin' for everyone's thoughts on this, so tia!
i have an offer for lower merion kobe 6, ds, sz 11 for $1700. should i sell or hold?
i have an offer for lower merion kobe 6, ds, sz 11 for $1700. should i sell or hold?
- 13,352
- 14,775
- Joined
- Aug 22, 2013
I love my Kobe collection, but every wild offer I've gotten--I've sold.
They're old shoes, they'll fall apart, and I'm not that sentimental.
Also looks like there's currently a bid for a size 11 at $2025 on StockX. That's about $1835 in pocket after fees.
They're old shoes, they'll fall apart, and I'm not that sentimental.
Also looks like there's currently a bid for a size 11 at $2025 on StockX. That's about $1835 in pocket after fees.
