When did the Kobe 7 come out?
When did the Kobe 7 come out?
2011
The seventh signature sneaker for Kobe Bryant, the Nike Zoom Kobe VII originially released in 2011-2012.
Will there be a new Kobe shoe?
The sides are still talking with the hope they can eventually come to terms, sources told ESPN, but currently the partnership is off. There had already been production delays that prevented players from getting their normal supply during the 2020-21 season, and for now, there are no more Kobes being produced.
Are Kobe shoes being discontinued?
Kobe Bryant’s signature sneaker line with Nike is coming to an end after his estate decided to cut ties with the company after contract negotiations for an extension fell through. It looks like Vanessa Bryant and the estate are going to launch their own independent line at some point down the road.
When did the Kobe 4 come out?
Arguably the most popular sneaker in the Nike Kobe line, the Zoom Kobe 4 made its debut in 2008. They were the first Kobe sneaker to be released in low-top. Designed by Eric Avar and Tom Luedecke, they feature Flywire on the upper, Zoom Air cushioning and a Lunar Foam midsole.
What does Mambacita stand for?
Mambacita was the name given to Gianna when she was on the basketball court. It’s derived from her father Kobe Bryant’s nickname “Black Mamba.” The limited-edition Mambacita tie-dye clothing line came in adult and children’s sizes.
Why did Vanessa Bryant not resign with Nike?
Vanessa Bryant, the widow of NBA legend Kobe Bryant, is accusing Nike of releasing an “unauthorized” shoe that honors her late daughter Gianna Bryant. Bryant said the plans to create and sell the shoes were shelved because she did not re-sign her late husband’s contract with Nike, which ended in April after 18 years.
Why did Nike not give Kobe a lifetime deal?
Specifically, there was dissatisfaction at how the company limited the availability of Kobe Bryant’s branded shoes and apparel following his retirement in 2016 and his tragic death in a helicopter crash on January 26, 2020.
