Nike Kobe VIIIBoys' Grade School

A basketball prodigy – Kobe Bryant is the superstar every young baller has always looked up to. Engineered for the superfans and rising stars, the Nike Kobe VIII are the sneakers that embody Kobe’s aggressive and combative style to near perfection. Since its release in December 2012, the Kobe 8, boasting an engineered mesh in a minimalist design (a first in company history), has changed and influenced the game forever.

Faithfully recreated, this iteration features an engineered mesh in the upper that wraps around the foot for a better lockdown while managing to look incredible at the same time. Designed to give your future All-Stars every opportunity to shine, these silhouettes take the best of the best from the Kobe 4, 5, 6, and 7 low-tops and blend them into a performance powerhouse ready to propel your boys towards success. Give your young sports stars the best chance of winning with the Nike Kobe VIII.

Nike Kobe VIII features:

• Classic laces ensure a snug fit.
• Tongue padded in the centre offers all-day comfort.
• Faux shank gives the look of the adult Kobe shoes along with optimum flexibility.
• Hard plastic in the heel provides a secure fit, ensuring no slippage inside the shoe.
• Drop-in thick, full-length foam in the midsole helps absorb impact.
• Herringbone traction on the forefoot and side of the heel delivers a sharp, squeaky grip.
• Diamond-shaped tread running along the outsole resembles a Mamba snake's head and offers a distinctive look.