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Nike Engineered Mesh Upper
- provides a dynamic, ultra-lightweight fit that moves with the foot and offers 360 degrees of breathability
Knit-in mamba pattern
- offers a signature look and style
Full length Lunarlon midsole
- delivers lightweight, low profile cushioning, and low-to-the-ground allowing for better stability
No-sew, synthetic overlays on the toe and lateral quarter panel
- provide support
The four small icons
- represent Kobe’s mastery of his sport
Minimal, foam-backed composite tongue
- provides lightweight comfort and a close fit
Snake graphic on the shoe tongue
- indicates the graphic design inspiration
3D anatomical heel counter
- provides a sleek fit and excellent lock down
Phylon carrier
- provides lightweight comfort stability
1 mm web rubber outsole
- uses less rubber than traditional outsoles for lightweight durability and great multi-surface traction
Glass composite midfoot shank
- provides excellent torsional rigidity and midfoot support
as far as performance beasts they look the part