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Much hype and anticipation has surrounded the Nike Zoom Kobe IV since its public debut.?? The fourth signature shoe by Nike for Kobe turned many heads and raised many brows with a low cut silhouette.<\/p>\n

Don’t basketball shoes have to be a high top??? This was a question we were wondering – especially for a top caliber player with ankle injuries in the past.?? In a few interviews Kobe also talked extensively about how lightweight the Zoom Kobe IV is and that it will allow you to jump higher.?? All the buzz aside, we had to put this shoe to the test.<\/p>\n

To do this test properly we called upon two of our staff writers who know a thing or two about shoes.?? Nick Engvall has 5 years of footwear testing under his belt for a couple athletic companies putting their upcoming basketball shoes through the grind.?? How do the Kobe’s compare to the countless shoes he has tested??? George Kiel III, our other tester, played point guard in Division I basketball for Texas St.?? He himself never played in lows, what did he think of the Kobe IV’s?<\/p>\n

Check out more detailed shots of the Nike Zoom Kobe IV after the break as well as the performance reviews and score cards on following pages.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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\nNike Zoom Kobe IV Performance Review – Nick Engvall<\/em>\n<\/p>\n

Straight from the start the Nike Zoom Kobe IV has a lot of hype to live up to. The first thought that comes to mind when pulling the Kobe IV out of the box is that the box and paper may in fact weigh more than the kicks themselves. They are impressively light weight without even putting them on your feet.<\/p>\n

Getting them on the court, you realize, or rather don’t realize that the shoes are on your feet.???? They feel as though they are a part of you. The shoe responds to your every move without delay.?? It doesn’t matter if you’re cutting in the lane, high flying and death-defying, or sitting the bench. Responsiveness is the best I’ve felt in 5 plus years of testing basketball shoes, and twenty some years of playing.<\/p>\n

The combination of Zoom Air and Lunar Foam is near perfect as far as comfort goes.?? The combination of instant response and being lightweight helps the feeling like the shoe is part of you.???? This also helps with the performance as far as stability goes. Heel ankle support is much better than I expected, especially considering the low ankle height of the Zoom Kobe IV.?? Your heel is always kept in place.<\/p>\n

Traction indoors is nothing short of amazing.?? Nike did an incredible job of creating a oneness between your foot and the shoe. The ability of the shoe to stay with you without slipping or sliding in anyway is jaw dropping.?? Outdoors is a different story, as it’s apparent these kicks were designed to be the best indoor kicks.<\/p>\n

With all the synthetic material used, you would think that the ZK4 would have a hard time keeping your feet cool, but they are very breathable shoes. Keeping things lightweight as well as functional, the tongue’s mesh provides a vent for the heat to escape as you turn up your game.<\/p>\n

Though I am not a fan of Kobe or the Lakers, the Nike Zoom Kobe IV is ground breaking, add to that it’s price of $120, it makes them instantly historic in my opinion.<\/p>\n

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\nNike Zoom Kobe IV Performance Review – George Kiel III<\/em>\n<\/p>\n

My first opinion upon seeing the Nike Zoom Kobe IV was, “You call that a basketball shoe?” ?? I was never a fan of the low-cut basketball sneaker because I always felt you were asking to be crossed over. After playing and testing in the Nike Zoom Kobe IV, I feel the low-cut, lightweight basketball sneaker will start a trend for what is worn from now on.?? It is definitely going to change the future of basketball footwear.<\/p>\n

Strengths:<\/strong> Although the Nike Zoom Kobe IV does not possess the shape of a “typical” basketball sneaker, it is easily one of the more comfortable and player-friendly sneakers I have ever worn on the hardwood. The best characteristic it carries is its lightweight capacity. Weighing in at 11.6 oz, this sneaker allows agile mobility, quick changes of directions and speedy lateral\/vertical movements.<\/p>\n

The Kobe IV also provides an extreme amount of stability. ?? Wherever your foot shifts, the sneaker is sure to shift with it. It’s almost as if you are not wearing a shoe at all. There is no break-in time. As soon as you lace this sneaker up, it feels as if you have owned a pair three weeks before wearing them. Again I say, it is one of the more comfortable basketball sneakers I have ever laced up. With that said, it is a guard’s dream shoe. Hooping in a low-cut, lightweight sneaker may be the next trend.<\/p>\n

Weaknesses:<\/strong> Kobe Bryant did not issue out ankle insurance for nothing.?? Those nervous about their ankles should probably have their ankles taped when lacing these up; however, it is not as bad as it looks considering the molded collar is possesses. Still, playing in a low-cut sneaker can be hazardous sometimes. You would not want to be the result of a crossover collision.<\/p>\n

While the Kobe IV played incredibly indoors, the shoe fell a little short outdoors.???? The sole has incredible grip on the hardwood, however there was a little bit of sole slip outside, but nothing to really write home about.?? The Lunar Foam is soft and lightweight, but the down side is that I don’t see this material holding up over time quite like conventional EVA foam, but I would need more time playing to make a conclusive statement about the long term durability.<\/p>\n

All in all, not a great shoe – an AMAZING shoe.?? This is a shoe anyone and everyone should give a try.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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