When I was out in L.A. two weeks ago for Nike’s All-Star Pre-Heat event, I got to check out firsthand the kicks that Kobe Bryant, LeBron James and Kevin Durant will be wearing this weekend. Unfortunately, they were under embargo until now. Inspired by the visual effects of today’s Hollywood blockbuster, Nike Basketball designers took cues from the movie industry when creating the following special colorways of the Nike Zoom Kobe VI, Nike LeBron 8 V/2 and Nike Zoom KD III for the 2011 NBA All-Star Game. Check ‘em out: Read More »
If you can’t get tickets to see the Lakers take on the Knicks tomorrow night at Madison Square Garden, you might as well start camping out at Foot Locker on 34th Street. Why? Because Kobe Bryant will be swinging by after the game for an early release of the Nike Zoom Kobe VI Supreme. Here’s what you need to know: Read More »
Having had the privilege of taking part in the “Ophidiophobia” viral spot for the Nike Zoom Kobe VI – and actually see a black mamba snake in person – I gotta say, I wasn’t that impressed. Sure it produces deadly venom and travels at blazing speeds, but so what; it has no personality. With that said, owing to the hype surrounding Kobe’s Black Mamba moniker at an all-time high, I decided to take a look at five players besides Kobe who are deserving of reptilian designation. Read More »
After seeing all three packs – East L.A., Orange County and Hollywood – from Nike Basketball’s All-Star Collection, there was clearly one shoe that stood out from the rest: the 3D version of the Nike Zoom Kobe VI. I know what you’re thinking: “Aren’t all shoes 3D already?” Yes, but there’s never been a sneaker like this. Featuring a 3D treatment that is only visible when wearing 3D glasses, watch the Black Mamba come to life before your eyes. Read More »
Other than unveiling the second trailer for Kobe Bryant’s new film, The Black Mamba, Nike’s All-Star Pre-Heat event also unveiled several new colorways of the Nike Zoom Kobe VI, Nike Zoom Hyperfuse Low and Nike Air Force 1 – including three commemorating neighborhoods in and around the site of the 2011 NBA All-Star Game in Los Angeles. Representing and drawing inspiration from East L.A., Orange County and Hollywood, these footwear styles pay homage to the unique sprit of these distinct neighborhoods. Last up, check out the Hollywood Pack. Read More »
Other than unveiling the second trailer for Kobe Bryant’s new film, The Black Mamba, Nike’s All-Star Pre-Heat event also unveiled several new colorways of the Nike Zoom Kobe VI, Nike Zoom Hyperfuse Low and Nike Air Force 1 – including three commemorating neighborhoods in and around the site of the 2011 NBA All-Star Game in Los Angeles. Representing and drawing inspiration from East L.A., Orange County and Hollywood, these footwear styles pay homage to the unique sprit of these distinct neighborhoods. Next up, check out the Orange County Pack. Read More »
Other than unveiling the second trailer for Kobe Bryant’s new film, The Black Mamba, Nike’s All-Star Pre-Heat event also unveiled several new colorways of the Nike Zoom Kobe VI, Nike Zoom Hyperfuse Low and Nike Air Force 1 – including three commemorating neighborhoods in and around the site of the 2011 NBA All-Star Game in Los Angeles. Representing and drawing inspiration from East L.A., Orange County and Hollywood, these footwear styles pay homage to the unique sprit of these distinct neighborhoods. First up, check out the East L.A. Pack. Read More »
Recently I had the chance to be a part of Nike Basketball’s new viral spot for the Nike Zoom Kobe VI titled, “Ophidiophobia.” In case you didn’t know, ophidiophobia means the abnormal fear of snakes – which is thankfully something that I don’t have. And yes, that was a real snake! Check it out and let me know what you think.
It seems like everyone’s talking about Kobe Bryant today. First Dwight Howard spoke about the baptism Kobe gave him as a rookie, then we saw the Nike Air Zoom Kobe 1 he wore when he dropped 81, followed by the first official trailer for his new movie titled, The Black Mamba. Now, check out some limited edition illustrations from Tracy Tubera (Rob Dyrdek‘s Wild Grinders) to go along with the first three colorways of the Nike Zoom Kobe VI. Read More »
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