Despite the fact that it has been several years since Kobe Bryant passed away, Nike has still continued promoting and selling new models of his shoe line with them. Most of us should be aware of the tragic incident that happened to the Los Angeles Lakers legend, his daughter Gianna, and several other innocent people. They were all killed in an unfortunate helicopter crash that still troubles fans to this day.
In the aftermath of their death, Kobe’s widow Vanessa signed a contract with Nike to ensure that his endorsed shoe line was allowed to continue and grow. Therefore, the Nike Kobe 8 Protro ‘Venice Beach’ is scheduled to be released in the near future. That said, let us take a closer look at this shoe and find out more details about it.
How much will the Nike Kobe 8 Protro ‘Venice Beach’ cost?
The average shoe endorsed by a professional NBA athlete costs around $100. That alone could be deemed quite expensive for the average fan to purchase without making certain sacrifices. While one would assume that the shoes of a player who is no longer living would be cheaper, they are mistaken in this case.
“Venice Beach” Nike Kobe 8 Protro 🏖️ pic.twitter.com/BdRetE8L26
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According to initial reports, the Nike Kobe 8 Protro ‘Venice Beach’ is estimated to cost $180. That makes it twice as expensive when compared to other endorsed shoes. Some fans who are wondering why it costs so much should know that the very name of Kobe Bryant is an incredible marketing and advertising tool. Several fans across the world would buy it regardless of the price merely because it represents the Black Mamba.
From what we can tell based on the images so far, the coloring and design of the shoe is quite eye pleasing. It appears to be a mix of blue and red with tinges of yellow and dark green. The Nike symbol is visible in yellow as well. The shoe is expected to be released in the Summer of 2024, which still means there is a lot of time remaining before the public has the option to purchase it.
“Venice Beach” Nike Kobe 8 returning Summer 2024. 🌴🌅 pic.twitter.com/MQ1Hw4Q0xv
— zSneakerHeadz (@zSneakerHeadz) July 14, 2023
To those who are wondering why it is called Venice Beach, Venice is a prominent city in Italy and the place where Bryant spent the early years of his childhood. He discovered his love for the game and innate talent there before going to the United States. We wonder if this shoe will do well despite its heavy price tag.