When do kobe 8s come out

This created a dynamic and ultra-lightweight fit that is 90 percent mesh for degrees of breathability and tightly woven for strength and flexibility to bend naturally with the foot. Additionally, the no-sew, synthetic overlays on the toe and lateral quarter panel provide support for even the toughest games.

As the design team began working with the mesh, it took on this scale-like snake pattern that really brought the black mamba inspiration to life in compelling way. A one-millimeter rubber outsole — combining classic herringbone with a snake scale-inspired traction pattern — uses less rubber than traditional outsoles for lightweight durability and excellent multi-surface traction.

Update This means that there will be more future Nike Kobe releases. What has been planned has now been scrapped — for now. Follow us. Bryant: Well, each time we do this we try to get better than the year before. I think this version is lighter and more comfortable. The mesh allows for us to use a lighter material, but also provide me and consumers with the strength and stability that we need.

Rovell: I posted the shoe on Twitter, and the reactions were very mixed. How do you feel about that? Bryant: I'd rather do something that moves people than be right down the middle. You don't get anywhere with a blah, vanilla product.

It's like good art. You like it or you don't. I'm fine with that. Rovell: It's a low-top, so you could argue that it's easier to wear with jeans than a high-top shoe. How do you envision people wearing these: on the streets when going out or on the court? Bryant: Well, I hope in both places.