THE OFFICIAL KOBE 9 THREAD ****** WHAT THE KOBE RELEASED ******** BHM RELEASE 1/19

[lypac]

Gave them a performance run this morning since this is my first real wear(only had my hands on the ASG) of the highs. Swapped in Lebron XI Insole for more cushioning. Didn't need to tie them up all the way up as they felt secure at that position. It doesn't cover up the Shozoku so that's another reason haha. Doesn't need to be as high as it is but whatever. At 5'9", the height of the shoe isn't bad personally. Aside from the tapping sound when I walk(probably a hard rubber compound the outsole is made of). Traction is the star of the shoe. Even on a smooth dusty outdoor court it gripped really well. The shoe got hot as it has a fuse layer under the FK. If they are going FK next year would like to see improvement in the ventilation department. Having tried all the heights offered, the mids is the perfect height for this model, oh well more options for everyone.

 

Totally agree. If they would just cut off that top portion I would be copping most of the elites.

 

[kungfu koala]

 
Let me know how it works on a size 13! I actually want to buy some all black laces like that for my thrillers.

No doubt.

 
The flyknit is actually decent on these. They wove the volt and black together and placed it over a black base. Not just another solid flyknit color.

Can't wait till those touchdown. The black/Volt-splatter laces would be ideal for those.

My thoughts:

White waxed laces = Legacy,

Volt laces = Perspective,

Red Waxed laces = Those Red High Elites due later this year i believe.

 

[ethandub0]

picked these up from a NTer[emoji]128064[/emoji] got them yesterday went straight on foot today! First pair of kobe 9s(have 3 pairs of ids) highs but will def be picking up another pair asap!

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[lypac]

 
The flyknit is actually decent on these. They wove the volt and black together and placed it over a black base. Not just another solid flyknit color.

Agreed. The contrast is nice. I went into the Nike store today during lunch to get the Blues in a 9.5 and saw the Victory and said wait a minute. These look good. Was standing there for awhile thinking which one I should grab but just went with the blues. Want to see how this half size up will feel compared to my TTS.

The Volt and black is a nice contrast.

 

[rl_wayne]

Gave them a performance run this morning since this is my first real wear(only had my hands on the ASG) of the highs. Swapped in Lebron XI Insole for more cushioning. Didn't need to tie them up all the way up as they felt secure at that position. It doesn't cover up the Shozoku so that's another reason haha. Doesn't need to be as high as it is but whatever. At 5'9", the height of the shoe isn't bad personally. Aside from the tapping sound when I walk(probably a hard rubber compound the outsole is made of). Traction is the star of the shoe. Even on a smooth dusty outdoor court it gripped really well. The shoe got hot as it has a fuse layer under the FK. If they are going FK next year would like to see improvement in the ventilation department. Having tried all the heights offered, the mids is the perfect height for this model, oh well more options for everyone.

I was watching one of Nightwing2303's recent videos, and he mentioned that the fuse layer everyone keeps talking about under the FK is actually additional glue that Nike uses to hold the flyknit together and stabilize the upper for more structure. Apparently that's why it feels stiff but becomes more flexible over time. A designer was telling him that with woven/synthetic uppers they just use varying amounts of glue on different areas of the shoe to provide structure where it's needed. If all of that's true, I guess it's still "real" flyknit, just stiffened up with glue to provide more structure for basketball/performance purposes. Definitely agree with you that ventilation is an issue though, but I also love the traction.

 

[Fidel_Cashflow]

Got a chance to see both in store today.

Brave Blue > Restore's (although the detail's on the Restore's were nicer)

Still an easy pass tho. Don't like the High's and never will.

 

[andersonjames]

picked these up from a NTer[emoji]128064[/emoji] got them yesterday went straight on foot today! First pair of kobe 9s(have 3 pairs of ids) highs but will def be picking up another pair asap!

Congrats. Still the reigning champ of the IXs.

 

[jm1ke]

Sorry if I missed it but why is the "restored" green?

 

[lypac]

I was watching one of Nightwing2303's recent videos, and he mentioned that the fuse layer everyone keeps talking about under the FK is actually additional glue that Nike uses to hold the flyknit together and stabilize the upper for more structure. Apparently that's why it feels stiff but becomes more flexible over time. A designer was telling him that with woven/synthetic uppers they just use varying amounts of glue on different areas of the shoe to provide structure where it's needed. If all of that's true, I guess it's still "real" flyknit, just stiffened up with glue to provide more structure for basketball/performance purposes. Definitely agree with you that ventilation is an issue though, but I also love the traction.

Does the Jordan 29 use something similar. I never tried one on but by feel just felt like all woven upper. Nike could have done all flyknit I would assume. They have a similar setup as far as the placement of shank plate being on the side of the shoe and the heel counter on the back.

 

[kb24strikesagain]

Good marketing for Nike with Lakers right at his shoes.

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[slwilke13]

US Size 11.5 beets!!!!! Ready..... set.... go!!!

http://www.endclothing.com/catalog/product/view/id/222403/s/nike-kobe-ix-beethoven/category/241/

 

[lypac]

Good marketing for Nike with Lakers right at his shoes.

 

Smoking on feet pics.

 

[nrmancruso]

 
US Size 11.5 beets!!!!! Ready..... set.... go!!!

http://www.endclothing.com/catalog/product/view/id/222403/s/nike-kobe-ix-beethoven/category/241/

It's been there for a month and won't let you add to cart. Nice try though.

 

[slwilke13]

 
It's been there for a month and won't let you add to cart. Nice try though.

really i didnt try was just bored browsing the site lol

 

[billgeld]

http://store.kobebryant.com/products/nike-kobe-9-elite-restored

Not sure if this has been posted.

 

[smalls]

found some mp for 290 used twice

 

[nrmancruso]

Finally got email confirmation on Restored ordered from Foot Locker- $179.

The wait for shipping confirmation begins.

 

[smalls]

 
Finally got email confirmation on Restored ordered from Foot Locker- $179.

The wait for shipping confirmation begins.

brother in law got his order cancelled

 

[nrmancruso]

 
brother in law got his order cancelled

How long ago?

 

[lypac]

They have Victory behind the tongue of the Restored. Whats up with the two names?

 

[smalls]

 
How long ago?

 
brother in law got his order cancelled

about 45 min ago using a 15% code

 

[airballllllllll]

Any news for future Kobe 9 releases?

Rumors?

I've read the last few pages, so I hope I didn't scroll over the answers to my questions...

not trying to ask any repetitive questions...

Like any more FK lows?

 

[smalls]

 
Any news for future Kobe 9 releases?

Rumors?

I've read the last few pages, so I hope I didn't scroll over the answers to my questions...

not trying to ask any repetitive questions...

Like any more FK lows?

someone said November had 2 em and any info on the Christmas pack?

 

[ethandub0]

 
Congrats. Still the reigning champ of the IXs.

thanks fam

 

[ballyeaz]

Still got the restored on my cart with the 20% discount lol. I'm thinking buying them and then exchanging them for the legacy in store.