Performance retro tribute honoring The Forum with premium materials modern cushioning technology and Kobe legacy details.

Design & Inspiration

Summit White premium leather upper providing clean foundation. Work Blue corduroy textile overlays creating textured dimensional aesthetic paying homage to The Forum Inglewood—legendary Lakers home arena 1967-1999 where Kobe Bryant began professional career. Metallic Gold accents on sockliner and aglets adding championship flash. Crackled Swoosh evoking The Forum facade architectural character. Back tongue featuring depiction of building with "The Fabulous Forum" reference and "67-99" notation marking historic Lakers era. Kobe signature replacing traditional "AIR" text on midsole. Shield logo detailing on outsole and backtabs. Purple accents throughout nodding Lakers colorway. "City of Champions" theme connecting Kobe legacy to Los Angeles championship heritage. Released as part of 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend celebration with matching Kobe 1 Protro. Protro concept—Performance Retro—introduced 2018 with Kobe 1 reissue embodying Kobe's philosophy of evolution and improvement maintaining original aesthetic while integrating modern innovations.

Comfort & Performance

Drop-in ReactX foam midsole delivering ultra-plush modern cushioning paired with Nike Air technology providing supreme all-day comfort upgrading traditionally outdated Air Force 1 underfoot tooling. ReactX foam offering higher energy return than standard React while reducing carbon footprint by 43% through injection molding manufacturing process. Perforated toe box ensuring breathability. Premium leather upper delivering durability and structure. Rubber outsole with basketball pivot circles providing traction and durability. True to size fit following classic Air Force 1 roomy proportions. Men's sizing.

Release Information & Pricing

The Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low Protro "City of Champions" released February 11, 2026 SNKRS and select Nike Sportswear retailers. Men's sizing. Retail price $150 USD/150€/134.99£.