Andrew Rizzo Updated June 5th, 2025: Additional overseas retailers like BSTN have listed the Kobe Nike Air Force 1 Low Protro with a June 6th date — US info is still scant. Along with hardening the European release date, new retailer looks have been added. Check out the new shots ahead and keep our coverage close for more info on when to expect this pair stateside.
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Mens Nike Air Force 1 Low Kobe Bryant
US 06/24/2025 Tuesday
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| Nike SNKRS US | Sold Out | Sold Out |
| Sneaker Politics | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| Concepts | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| Extra Butter | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| Feature | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| Oxford Street | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| Succezz | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| SOMEWHERE | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| Denim Exchange | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| Lapstone & Hammer | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| Premiumgoods | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| Foster | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| Packer | Raffle Closed | Raffle Closed |
| Bodega | Sold Out | Sold Out |
| The Better Generation | Sold Out | Sold Out |
| Corporate | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| A Ma Maniere | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| Sneaker Room | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| All the Right | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| Social Status | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| Oneness | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| WOODstack | In Store Only | Offline Only |
Updated June 4th, 2025: Detailed in-hand images of the Kobe Nike Air Force 1 Low have surfaced, bringing with it serious insight into the design. The oversized 8 logos actually do spread across both shoes, Kobe’s signature replaces typical Air text on the midsole, and the underfoot traction, usually a collage of stars, is instead replaced by mini Sheath logos.
Inspired by a photo of Bryant practicing in pajama pants as he recovered from a broken hand, this shoe spotlights that moment with wide checkered laces and the purple/soft yellow combination seen in his garb that day. If you’re skeptical that this is indeed the reference point, look inside: a graphic depiction of it is split across the insoles, additionally where we see drop-in ReactX foam adapted from more traditional Protro releases.
Shelf Life, the store who provides these updated looks, reports a June 6th date for their release, but do note that the retailer has a history of far-in-advance releases. A wider drop via SNKRS and other outlets will likely come further down the road.
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- Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low shelflifestore
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- Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low shelflifestore
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- Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low shelflifestore
The scope of Kobe Bryant shoes is no longer limited to his signature line. Bruce Kilgore’s Nike Air Force 1, first associated with Kobe during a legendary pick-up game at Rucker Park in 2002, is proving to be a go-to vessel for the expansion of the Mamba brand. Following two Kobe Bryant Nike Air Force 1s in 2024, we’ve uncovered three more (so far) rolling out in 2025.
Recently revealed by Vanessa Bryant, this “Soft Yellow” colorway stands out with giant jersey numbers in place of backtabs. The left shoe comes with “8” over the heel, and while not shown in Vanessa’s teaser image, the right probably features “24.” A purple Kobe Bryant signature appears in place of “AIR” on the midsole, matched by a purple outsole and purple edges on all the upper paneling. Ultra-thick greyscale laces add intrigue, complemented by tongue tags featuring the Mamba logo.
This is one of three Kobe Air Force 1s expected to land in 2025, joined by a snakeskin “Lenticular” colorway and “Linen/University Blue” pair supposedly inspired by the Lakers’ Minneapolis origins.
No release date for the “Soft Yellow” Kobe Air Force 1 has been announced at the time of this writing, but context clues point to a Summer 2025 arrival (meaning between April-June). Stick with us for updates over the coming months, including official images.
