Nike Kobe 8 Protro "Venice Beach"

Original Story: The Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Venice Beach” is set to make a return next spring. Initially released in 2013 as a part of the legendary Kobe Bryant‘s Nike signature line. Due to shoe’s vibrant colorway, it was a standout highlight amongst the collection.

The shoe is known for its multi-colored mesh upper and unique pattern. The vivid hues drew inspiration from the lively atmosphere of Venice Beach, often known for its skateboarding scene and street basketball courts. The shoe has an underlying stadium grey base with stringent mixes of blue, yellow, red and green. Paying tribute to the eclectic California location, the shoe also features a bright pair of tour yellow laces, orange inner lining and aqua heel and mudguards. Matching the grey mesh, the shoe sits atop a grey semi-translucent rubber outsole. Byrant’s signature and Mamba logo appear on the heel and tongue tab respectively.