Nike Kobe

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The range covers Kobe Bryant's Nike signature line, from the low-top Kobe 4 to the Flyknit Kobe 9 Elite and the Protro reissues that brought the archive back. It sits within the wider Nike range at PUSHAS. Every pair is authenticated by hand, so you can shop with confidence.

What Is the Nike Kobe?

The Nike Kobe is Nike's signature basketball line for Kobe Bryant, and one of the most influential signature lines in basketball and sneaker history. Most pairs released today are Protros. Protro is short for performance retro, and Bryant came up with the idea himself: bring back a classic Kobe with updated performance technology while keeping the original look, so the shoe is built to play as well as to wear.

The first was the Zoom Kobe 1 Protro, which kept the shape of the original and added full-length Zoom Air cushioning. The programme has since worked through the archive model by model, which is why people shop Nike Kobe sneakers by number.

The History of the Nike Kobe

Bryant was closely involved in the design of his shoes. The Kobe 4 took its cue from the low profile of football boots, at a time when high-tops ruled the court, and it helped move the Kobe line and basketball footwear as a whole towards low-tops.

The line kept moving. Bryant debuted the bright green Kobe 6, known as the Grinch, in a Christmas Day game against the Miami Heat in 2010, and it remains the line's best-known holiday colourway. The Kobe 9 Elite then became the first basketball shoe built with Nike Flyknit, a one-piece knitted upper first used in Nike running shoes.

Why the Nike Kobe Matters

Off the court, the low profile, textured uppers and Mamba branding look as sharp with denim as with a uniform, and the Protro calendar has turned each reissue into an event. Colourways tied to Bryant's own story, such as those honouring his Lower Merion high school, carry meaning well beyond basketball. For one recent example, read our Nike Kobe 6 Protro Statue of Liberty story.

Popular Nike Kobe Models

These are the Nike Kobe models people search for by name.

• Kobe 4 Protro — the low-top that changed basketball footwear.
• Kobe 5 Protro — a clean, low-cut follow-up that works on court and on the street.
• Kobe 6 Protro — one of the most popular Kobe models, with a deep colourway calendar.
• Kobe 8 Protro — a lightweight, low-profile build.
• Kobe 9 Elite Protro — High and Low versions of the first Flyknit basketball shoe.
• Kobe 11 Elite Low Protro — the later Elite model, reissued in Protro form.

Nike Kobe Sizing and Fit

Nike Kobe sneakers are built with a close, performance fit, and some wearers with wider feet prefer to go up half a size. Measure your foot from heel to longest toe and compare it against the Nike Kobe size guide. In Nike's US sizing, women's sizes sit 1.5 above men's, so a US Men's 7 is a US Women's 8.5. To choose between models, read our ranking of the best Nike Kobe Protros.

Why Buy Nike Kobe Sneakers From PUSHAS?

• Authenticated By Hand — Every Nike Kobe pair is inspected and verified authentic before it ships. No exceptions.
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• Beyond Standard Retail — Access Nike Kobe releases already sold out through traditional retailers, plus releases you won't find elsewhere.
• Depth of Selection — Kobe 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 and 11 models across a range of sizes and colourways, all in one place.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Protro mean?

Protro is short for performance retro, an idea Kobe Bryant created. A Protro brings back a classic Kobe with updated performance technology while keeping the original design. The first was the Zoom Kobe 1 Protro.

Which Nike Kobe was the first low-top?

The Kobe 4. It took its cue from the low profile of football boots and helped move basketball footwear towards low-tops.

Which Nike Kobe was the first basketball shoe with Flyknit?

The Kobe 9 Elite was the first basketball shoe built with Nike Flyknit.

What size Nike Kobe sneakers should I buy?

Nike Kobe sneakers have a close, performance fit, and some wearers with wider feet go up half a size. Use the Nike Kobe size guide to match your foot length before you buy.

Can I buy Nike Kobe sneakers in Australia?

Yes. PUSHAS ships Nike Kobe sneakers worldwide, including Australia, through our SYD, LA & HK Distribution Centres, and every pair is authenticated by hand before it ships.

Are Nike Kobe sneakers on PUSHAS authentic?

Yes. Every Nike Kobe pair on PUSHAS is authenticated by hand before it ships, so you can shop with confidence.