Foot Doctor Explains Why Pros STILL Wear Kobes So Much

Real foot doctor explains why Kobe Bryant's signature Nike basketball shoes still hold up so well in the NBA, WNBA and NCAA.

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[kobekobekobekobekobe]

you should review the kobe 1, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 11s. you would get a ton of views for sure. i guarantee it. we all wanna know a scientific breakdown of kobe’s especially the 4, 5, 6 and 8

[teng]

If I recall correctly, Bryant wanted the design language of his signature shoes to be closer to football (soccer) cleats than anything else.

[therealmarcc.]

Nike Kobe’s are actually great hoop shoes because a lot of thought and innovation were put into them. They are no nonsense performers which make then reliable. In my opinion, the Kobe 6 has a very advanced design. It doesn’t look out of place when compared to modern shoes today.


A lot of modern shoes and signature lines take inspiration from Nike Kobe’s like the Kyrie’s, PG’s, Freak’s, Ja 1’s, Sabrina 1’s, early Kd’s and the Kd 15 & 16, as well as the LeBron 20 & 21.

[Andre]

I'm a volleyball players and I think the most popoular volleyball shoes - Asics Sky Elite FF2 took inspiration from Kobe 6 too.

[ArmandoKozomara]

I played in the Nike Kobe 4, 5, 7, 11, AD NXT. And recently after the accident and it being so difficult to get Kobe shoes, I was finally able to get the Protros of Kobe 4 and 6. Hands down the best basketball shoes and probably even for other sports. Kobe really paid attention to detail, was actually involved in the creation of his shoes and always aimed for the best performance shoes, not just fashion and using his name. As a massive Kobe, I also tried the old bulky Adidas Kobe's but they're certainly nowhere near as good. Mamba Forever ❤

[justonsmith]

I saw my favorite shoe, the puma clyde all pro as a mimic of Kobe's now that I saw this video. This video made me smile!

[ThanoseTheOneAndOnly]

This history and breakdown makes me appreciate Kobe and his shoe a whole lot more

[bobburch]

I love the 360 nxt. They aren't the most durable. I've gone through 3 pairs. There's not a lot of spring, but I make a lot of cuts and zig zags. They feel quick and light. I currently play in Lebron 20s which are similar in feel for quickness, but have a bit more cushion and spring. Had to move to them because my physical therapist told me no more old Kobes.

[Tapeworm]

Love the 6 protro play in the reverse grinches

[LazyMcGrady]

The Nike KB Mentality 2 were my first kobes, used them until they broke apart and threw them out. Shortly after that, he passed away. I still think about how much him and those shoes helped me improve my game.

[mattlau]

Kobe 9 wearer since 2012. I started wearing them sparingly to preserve its life. They changed my whole court feel and ankle stability. Have recently gotten the Protro 6 so I’m happy :)

[yourhealth]

my first Kobe was the 5. I instantly fell in love with the minimalist fuse and cushion set up. 7’s, 8’s, 9’s, and 11’s are the best drop in midsole shoes ever made. We’d love to see the line actually cut like the Kobe 6

[saksmarcus]

The kobe line kinna made low top basketball shoes popular

[amnjordan]

I have the mamba fury also and even his take down model's are elite!

[njballing]

Here is my review as a 4 year professional basketball player, 6’2 Guard..

Kobe 9 fav traction, Kobe 5 fav cushion, Kobe 6 fav support, Kobe 4/8 fav looks

I would say my favorite shoe to play in a game is the Kobe 5. I feel unstoppable in those, the next shoe being a kobe 9.

GT cut 1 played like a Kobe to me as well.

[docxpac]

Kobe 8 is my favorite basketball shoe of all time. Lightweight & snug around the foot, so cutting/changing direction & shooting motion follow through just feel great!

[Bojeezy]

Kobe has to be the GOAT shoes. I had the 4 which hurt my feet but looked awesome. Got the 8's all black custom. Took a second to break in but used it almost daily until they started falling apart from over use. I think the 8's were my favorite ones. I got the 9 Low Tops and 10s Blues Lagoons. Even the Kobe AD was probably the last I bought. They were all the basketball shoes I would buy for a long time.

[franciscogil]

I play in kobe reps due to them being impossible to get on my country, but from the reps ive used, which are 4-5-6, and an actual original pair of 11's for me preformance wise, 6 is the best, aesthetics wise are the 4's, more well rounded are the 5's, and best courtfeel 11's

[theruggedindoorsman]

The Zoom Kobe IV is the greatest sneaker I have ever owned.

[bitw]

My top 5 Kobe's:

1. Kobe IX Elite Low
2. Kobe 6
3. Kobe IX
4. Kobe XI
5. Kobe 8 Elite

Fortunate enough to grab them in-store and use them in college (was a student athlete) and later on, unlike the market now.