Contemporary design illuminated a contemporary of the game, and took Kobe’s time away from the court to reflect on how he will return to it. Kobe discusses the challenge he had to accept and what the Kobe Prelude VIII signifies to him.
Nike took to their official site to provide release details as well as a release reminder for the upcoming new color way for Nike Kobe Prelude VIII “Reflection” which the color way is actually Multi Color/Volt-Chrome. Us over at DefPenRadio decided to relay the message to you guys and find out if these will be a DEF cop or DEF not.
Sitting atop designer Eric Avar’s KOBE 8 SYSTEM brief as he began designing the shoe: Kobe Bryant wanted a shoe that acted as an extension of his foot, mirroring his quick performance while staying lower to the ground.
In response, Avar and the design team incorporated an innovative textile — Nike Engineered Mesh — for the first time in a basketball shoe. This created a dynamic and ultra-lightweight fit that is 90 percent mesh for 360 degrees of breathability and tightly woven for strength and flexibility.
The high performance of the shoe continues with the Kobe Prelude VIII, while contemporary art inspires the aesthetic.
The shoe’s mirror finish on the heel brings to life “Reflection.” Bryant’s previous season was full of twists and turns, and he spent a lot of time reflecting on where he is, where he has been, and where he can take himself.
Using contemporary art as the filter, Nike designers infused modern design and technology through the use of neon colors mixed with chrome.
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NIKE KOBE PRELUDE VIII
Multi Color/Volt-Chrome
