Nike x Kobe 8 System Unveiled

Nike and Kobe Bryant have officially unveiled the Kobe 8 System. Weighing in around 9-10 ounces, these kicks are Kobe's lightest performance shoes. Inspired by his on court character "The Black Mamba" and the Chinese Year of the snake (2013), these kicks feature graphic snakeskin print throughout the shoe. The Kobe 8 system in black/sulfur retails for $150 and will be available to stores and nike.com Thursday Dec. 20, while the python inspired colorway will be available in China Jan. 12 and North America Feb. 2. Keep it locked to FollowTheKicks for updates. www.FollowTheKicks.com