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Earlier this week, we brought you some live coverage of the Nike Zoom Kobe V unveiling in Los Angeles, and now we take a more in-depth look at the slick new model and the next-level technology that makes it one of the more impressive Nike basketball designs ever created. The Zoom Kobe V is the true embodiment of the phrase “less is more.” Weighing in at an astonishing 10.6 ounces, the Kobe V is Nike’s lightest basketball shoe ever without any of its structural integrity being compromised. In fact, thanks to Nike innovations like Flywire and heat-bonded overlays, the shoe is not only lighter than anything on the market, but it also happens to be more durable and responsive than many of the bulkier models that would appear to have the edge in that department.
As you can see, the Kobe V sports an even lower cut than the Zoom Kobe IV, a concept that was once pretty taboo in the realm of performance basketball models. It seems that the boundaries were broken thanks to some inspiration from an unlikely, but logical place. Having spent some years living in Europe, Kobe’s love of soccer sparked the notion that if all these soccer players can go full speed, making sharp cuts in a low cut shoe, there should be no reason that a basketball model can’t do the same. As a result, the Zoom Kobe V silhouette was trimmed down quite a bit, but plenty of research and development has been explored as to how to reinforce key sections of the shoe to ensure maximum support in all the right places.
In addition to the cutting edge upper materials, the Kobe V also compensates for its low cut with an extremely sturdy and responsive foundation. A sculpted heel counter enhances “lockdown” capabilities, keeping your foot from sliding around when stopping and changing directions. Another key feature is the enhanced outrigger that juts out from side of the outsole to provide improved stability on the court, and of course there’s a nice dose of Zoom Air in the heel and forefoot for cushioning. Keep reading for some extra-crisp product shots and a technical breakdown of the shoe’s design components. If you’re still hungry for more after that, stay tuned for some videos featuring Kobe and designer Eric Avar discussing the inspiration and design process behind the Zoom Kobe V. And don’t forget to watch out for the first inline colorway hitting U.S. retailers on January 16th.
20 Responses to “Nike Zoom Kobe V – Extensive Detailed Look + Tech Breakdown”
December 11th, 2009 at 3:49 pm
Ok I can’t lie…They look pretty dope here.
But they look off in all the other pics I’ve seen.
I think I just love high-tops too much. lol
December 11th, 2009 at 3:53 pm
They are growing on me… haha
December 11th, 2009 at 4:15 pm
the shoes that are growing on me right now are THESE and CP3.III
December 11th, 2009 at 4:20 pm
Looking better and better :p
December 11th, 2009 at 4:20 pm
Looking better and better :p
December 11th, 2009 at 4:20 pm
Looking better and better :p
December 11th, 2009 at 6:13 pm
These are great..
December 11th, 2009 at 6:37 pm
this colorway looks pretty good. the others ive seen are ugly tho.
December 12th, 2009 at 1:33 am
i’m starting to like them too. any word on the “regular” retail price for these? still hovering around $120?
December 12th, 2009 at 1:52 am
damn that first shot has great lines.
December 12th, 2009 at 1:53 am
reminds me of a air max plus, the one with the tuned air. they should make a hype blue colorway!!!!
December 12th, 2009 at 10:31 am
cmon son These shits are wack looks just like the last only kobe FANS like this bullshit and they dont sound confident no comparison amlbj7 looks 100 times better
December 12th, 2009 at 10:42 am
nike’s released in the space of 18 months… 3 shoes that were each proclaimed the “LIGHTEST EVER”, so… i’ll give this kobe v 6 months before some other shoe goes below 10.6 and we have a new lightweight ever.
December 12th, 2009 at 3:50 pm
they are preety cool
December 12th, 2009 at 4:21 pm
they look like trainers not hoop shoes lbj’s r way better kobe jus updates the same model
December 12th, 2009 at 11:08 pm
Shut up to all Kobe HATERS…don’t waste ur time to comment if u don’t like it. LBJ shoes is not so great either.
December 13th, 2009 at 6:45 am
These are pure garbage seriously. what the hell is up with these Kobe homers?
December 13th, 2009 at 10:43 am
FAIL
December 13th, 2009 at 1:47 pm
He’s not goin for look the shoe is performence
December 14th, 2009 at 6:34 am
i’m not a kobe fan at all but these shoes are amazing. the best new sneaker for me since the ajXIV’s.