Nike Kobe 1 Release Dates
The Nike Kobe 1, also known as the Nike Zoom Kobe 1, is the debut Nike signature sneaker of basketball legend Kobe Bryant. Released in 2006, it features a mid-cut design, a combination of synthetic leather and mesh materials for lightweight support, and Zoom Air cushioning for responsive performance on the court. With its sleek profile and distinctive details like the snake-inspired outsole, the Kobe 1 set the foundation for Bryant's iconic sneaker line.
Debuted in 2006, the Nike Kobe 1 signifies an important chapter in the legacy of late basketball legend Kobe Bryant. This shoe marks the first signature model for Kobe with Nike, following his previous partnership with adidas. The Kobe 1 established a line that would become synonymous with cutting-edge performance and unique design aesthetics.
Conceptualized by footwear designer Ken Link, the Nike Kobe 1 aimed to reflect Kobe's precise and high-speed style of play. The design boasts a durable leather upper and a unique foam system, incorporating both Zoom Air and Air units in the heel for superior cushioning and responsiveness on the court.
One of the standout features of the Kobe 1 is the '81 Points' edition, which commemorates Kobe's record-setting game where he scored 81 points against the Toronto Raptors. This, among other memorable colorways, contributes to the shoe's significance both in performance and culture.
The Nike Kobe 1 was also innovative in its marketing approach, with Nike launching an interactive online experience, the "Kobe 1 Konnect" game, allowing fans to explore Kobe’s world and understand the inspiration behind the shoe.
While originally priced at $130, the Kobe 1's price on the resale market varies based on the edition and condition of the shoe. Since Bryant's untimely passing in 2020, his signature line, including the Kobe 1, has seen an increased demand among fans and collectors. Discover all the Nike Kobe 1's past and present on Sole Retriever today!
Nike Kobe 1 Protro 81 Pt Game
$175 • AQ2728-105
Nike Kobe 1 Protro Noise Cancelling Pack
$190 • CI9911-110
Nike Kobe 1 Protro Purple Reign
$175 • AQ2728-004
Nike Kobe 1 Protro Undefeated Yellow Camo (La Brea)
$180 • BV1207-901
Nike Kobe 1 Protro Black Maize
$175 • AQ2728-003
Nike Kobe 1 Protro Undefeated Green Camo (Silver Lake)
$180 • BV1207-903
Nike Kobe 1 Protro Undefeated Orange Camo (Phoenix)
$180 • BV1207-902
Nike Kobe 1 Protro Undefeated Red Camo (Santa Monica)
$180 • BV1207-900
Nike Kobe 1 Protro Mamba Day
$175 • AQ2728-002
Nike Kobe 1 Protro White Black Red (All-Star)
$175 • AQ2728-102
Nike Kobe 1 Protro Undefeated Purple (F&F)
$180
Nike Kobe 1 Protro Undefeated Flight Jacket
$180 • MNBSKT-156
Nike Kobe 1 Protro MPLS
$175 • AQ2728-001
Nike Kobe 1 Protro USA
$175 • AQ2728-400
Nike Kobe 1 Protro Think 16 (Close Out)
$175 • AQ2728-101
Nike Kobe 1 Protro Devin Booker PE
$175 • AR4598-500
Nike Kobe 1 Protro DeMar DeRozan
$175 • AR4595-600
Nike Kobe 1 Protro Undefeated Camo
$180 • AQ3635-300
Nike Kobe 1 Protro Undefeated White
$180 • AQ3635-100
Nike Kobe 1 Prelude (81 Points)
$200 • 640221-001
Nike Kobe 1 Premium Goods Atomic Kobe
$444 • BAM421-M4-C1
Nike Kobe 1 White Shark
$130 • 313143-111
