Kobe’s comeback from a torn Achilles inspired generations of past, present and future hoopers to keep fighting. This Kobe IX brings back the shoe that supported the Black Mamba during his triumphant return to the floor and gives it an upgrade. An engineered mesh upper complements a springy responsive React foam in Kobe's updated low-top masterpiece.
Design:
The engineered mesh provides breathability
Cables at the laces provide a secure fit at the midfoot when you lace up
In-Shoe Comfort:
A Nike React foam removable sockliner offers responsive cushioning that helps your foot feel connected to the court
Durability & Traction:
The pressure mapping-designed, minimal-rubber outsole delivers durable traction and mimics the natural contours of the foot
I'm very happy with the shoes. Everyone compliments me on them.
MrWay
Received incentive
1 day ago
Great Shoes
I bought these shoes because they match my school colors (GCU Lopes Up!) but I do love them. They are very comfortable
tco385
1 week ago
Depends On How You Play Basketball, Traction Is Iffy
My son has been playing basketball for about 7 years. He plays on his school team, an AAU team and now a national team. He's very familiar with basketball shoes. He's been wanting a pair of Kobe's pretty much as long as he has been playing. The Kobes he usually wants sell out in seconds and the resale value is just insane to me to play in them and ruin them. The Kobe 9's have been the first Kobe's to not really fly off the shelf. That tells me, an adult, there must be a reason why. However, my son was bound and determined to get a pair. We grabbed the purple ones about a month ago, visually they are VERY nice, the purple stands out and is eye catching. The insole does take some getting used to however a month in, he tells me they have gotten more comfortable. The traction however, has been horrible. He is a very good player and he's quick and hard on the court. He has fallen so much wearing these shoes it's nuts! To the point his Coach is yelling at him, thinking he's flopping trying to get fouls. If you are an intense basketball player, heavy on your feet, I would avoid these particular shoes. He has been wearing GT Cut 3's for quite some time and we are switching back to those.
Simms
Received incentive
1 week ago
Nice Basketball Shoes
Bought these for my son. Nice color. Very comfortable for the court.
Steve
Received incentive
3 weeks ago
Nice Shoes
Good shoes for basketball for my 14 yr old son. Good shoe.
