Nike Kobe VIII (8) "Easter"
As Kobe Bryant 8 Easter continues to defy odds on the court this season, his Nike sneaker line is looking to do the same with his newest signature edition, the Kobe 8 System. Unveiled last night in Los Angeles, this shoe is the lowest and lightest performance basketball sneaker to date (9.6 ounces in a U.S. men’s size 9). Designed by Nike Performance Footwear Creative Director Eric Avar, his team and Kobe himself, this shoe is meant to be an extension of Bryant’s foot, keeping him as low to the ground as possible.“I’m always focused on improving my game, to perform at my best. I want my shoes to mimic the speed of my game,” Kobe said to Nike Basketball. “By shaving fractions off the height and weight, it allows me to play faster with more control so I can maneuver across the court – I want to feel like I’m moving at the speed of light.”
