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As April 13, aka #MambaDay, approaches, Kobe Bryant fans and sneakerheads across the world are paying their respects to one of the greatest of all-time by rocking his kicks. Some already started 21 days ago with a clever hashtag like #24DaysOfMamba (note: that’s not me), while others are just getting in on the action at the last second like they’re buying a New York Yankees hat for the first time right around the time Derek Jeter was retiring. Nike started things off with their short film that highlighted what Kobe meant to Nike’s roster and of course, the famous Black Mamba pack that is nearly impossible to cop (as of this post, I have not won a single Draw… I suck…) and the special Nike Kobe 11 iD that you will only have a limited amount of time to make.

With Nike setting up Mamba to rock the black and gold Nike Kobe 11 Black Mamba for his final game, here are some other black and gold Nike Kobe kicks that you might want to consider wearing on the 13th.

Nike Kobe 8 Elite

This one is a little depressing because Mamba was supposed to wear these had he made it to the 2013 NBA Playoffs. He did wear a pair of the Kobe 8 Elite as he torn his ACL so that shoe will always be infamous than anything else. Of course, if Kobe is the unrelenting jerk that he makes himself out to be sometimes, he’ll rock the Kobe 8s for his last game in one last act of spite.

Nike Kobe 10 EXT Mid

Yeah, they’re not that great but we had to fill out this list and amazingly, these are less depressing to wear than the Kobe 8 Elite. Still sad and not that great of an effort at a lifestyle release, but it could have been worse. Kobe could have torn his ACL wearing these. Ok, moving on…

Nike Kobe 10 Elite Rose Gold

Now here’s where it gets good. The Rose Gold colorway might not be the gold that we all know and love, but it has a special appeal to it that actually works better in a casual situation than your gaudy gold. Yellow gold is dope, especially if you’re rocking a chain like Run DMC or Razor Ramon, but sometimes you want some that’s a little more sedated. Rose Gold fits that bill perfectly.

Nike Kobe 7 System Elite

The debut of the Nike Basketball’s Elite series back in 2011 had a lot of people hyped with their emphasis on creating kicks that were built for the rigors of the postseason. What a lot of people did not see coming was how the Kobe 7 Elite looked a lot like the Kobe 6 with the scaled upper. It’s a little jarring and with the Lakers getting knocked out of the Playoffs earlier than expected, it dampened the impact of this release. Some pairs even made it outlet stores at nearly half off. If you were lucky enough to cop, congrats.

Nike Kobe 10 Elite Low Five Rings

It might not have the hook of a “Six Rings” or even better, “Seven Rings”, but Mamba’s championship count is nonetheless impressive and definitely worth celebrating. This limited Christmas release had Kobe fans lining up outside of Staples Center this past December 25th because it would also include an amazing box

Nike Kobe 11 Eastbay Edition

You can technically make this pair right now on NIKEiD, but there’s something satisfying about being able to cop without having to go through the design process and higher price point. It fits the criteria perfectly with the black and metallic gold and makes it shine.

Nike Zoom Kobe 6 BHM

Kobe’s signature kicks have been a part of Nike’s Black History Month program for quite some time now and the Zoom Kobe 6 received the black and gold treatment. It’s a fitting pair to rock for Mamba’s last ride.

Nike Kobe 2 Prelude

Ok, this is technically cheating since it’s grey and gold, but we have to give a shout out to one of the best Kobes Nike has ever made. With a beautiful marble finish, the shoe looks right at home in a museum and not on some hypebeast’s feet. Between the Prelude Pack and the Black Mamba Pack where Kobe has brought back his old kicks, this is still stands tall as the one to get.

Nike Zoom Kobe 5 Big Stage

The 2010 NBA Finals saw Kobe wear home and away versions of the Zoom Kobe 5 Big Stage, which were special edition colorways that represented the golden allure of the Larry O’Brien trophy and Kobe’s epic resume. Mamba finally beat the Celtics rocking these kicks and in maybe the most pressure packed moment of his career, he led the Lakers to a win in Boston to force a Game 7 wearing the black version.

Nike Kobe 11 Black Mamba

Well, it is the shoe he’s scheduled to wear for his last game, so duh…

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The Nike Kobe Black Mamba Pack has been releasing piece by piece over the last couple of weeks. The pack will conclude this week with the release of the Nike Kobe 11 on Wednesday, April 13th which is the day that Kobe Bryant will play in his final NBA game.

But Nike is doing something special for fans of the Black Mamba who may have missed out on picking up a certain pair from the massive Pack. On April 13th (Mamba Day) Nike will be releasing the entire Nike Kobe Black Mamba Pack at the Nike Vault in Los Angeles which is located next to Staples Center. Here is how the launch will work according to Nike:

EVERYONE THAT REGISTERED FOR THE LAUNCH WILL BE ASKED TO COME TO THE NIKE VAULT ON APRIL 13, 2016 AT 11AM PST TO PICK-UP THEIR RAFFLE TICKET. ONLY ONE RAFFLE TICKET WILL BE GIVEN TO EACH REGISTRANT. EVERY INDIVIDUAL CAN ONLY REGISTER ONCE FOR THEMSELVES. AT 12PM PST THE RAFFLE WILL BEGIN. RAFFLE NUMBERS WILL BE DRAWN VIA RAFFLE BOX AND WINNING NUMBERS WILL BE CALLED OUT.

If you are selected as one of the winners you’ll have the opportunity to purchase two pairs from the Nike Kobe Black Mamba Pack, but they must be two different models. You can register here if you’d like an opportunity at picking up something you may have missed out on. Good luck to everyone.

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As it turns out, Kevin Hart may be exaggerating having a “signature training shoe” just a bit, as it is apparently just his own special colorway of the Nike Free Trainer Instinct?the shoe we’re here to take an in-depth look at here today. The latest addition to Nike Training’s lineup, the Free Trainer Instinct features a light weight textile and mesh upper with Hyperfuse reinforcement in a mid-top chukka-like silhouette, all on top of flexible Free outsole with the new auxetic design technology. The three debut, non-Kevin-Hart editions of the Free Trainer Instinct in white, black, and Total Crimson are available now at select Nike Training retailers and Nike.com.

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Since late March, Nike has been steadily releasing the “Black Mamba” Pack to the public through The Draw on Nike SNKRS, which means one would have to win all drawings for a chance to cop the whole set. If you’re in the LA area, you’re in a bit of luck because the Nike Vault inside the Staples Center is holding a special release event on Wednesday, April 13th, which has been dubbed Mamba Day. The raffle drawing will happen live and the lucky few will get a chance to purchase a maximum of two pairs from the entire “Black Mamba” Pack, which features special edition colorways of the entire Kobe signature shoe line as well as the Hyperdunk and Huarache 2k4. For full release details and to sign up for a spot, click here.

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Nike SB strips down the Dunk Low and Zoom GTS for this latest set, the “Raw Canvas” pack. Each shoe features an almost unfinished aesthetic, constructed in undyed natural canvas material with tones of light tan, while accents come accents come in black. The overall simple constructions get one additional detail on the Dunks: a burlap-like woven panel wrapping the ankle. The natural looks for the Dunk Low and Zoom GTS are arriving now at select Nike SB suppliers like Premier for an official drop on April 16th.

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They might be jumping the gun a bit for both the 4th of July and this summer’s Olympic games, but Nike SB is ready to drop perhaps their most patriotic colorway of the Dunk ever. This USA-themed Dunk High features a bold tri-color block, in red, white and blue thirds with metallic gold Swooshes tying all three color panels together. The block even continues underneath, which can be seen through the icy clear outsole. You can grab the patriotic new Dunk High now as they arrive at select Nike SB suppliers like Premier.

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On top of the Black Mamba collection, it looks like Nike has something else up their sleeves to celebrate the final season of Kobe Bryant’s legendary basketball and sneaker career. Adding to”Mamba Day”, the day of Kobe’s last game on April 13th, NIKEiD will be offering a special edition of the Kobe 11. The final shoe Kobe will wear on court is featured with a “Stats” graphic honoring his greatest achievements on the court in black and metallic gold, while personalization options include the addition of your name, number, a inspirational message, and exclusive icons in the heel and tongue. The Kobe 11 “Mamba Day” will be available on NIKEiD for a limited time beginning April 13th.

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“So do we get that box when we buy the shoe?” – Everybody that saw me with the media box for the Nike Free Train Force Flyknits.

Well, it’s nice to know that even the most ardent soccer mom/weekend warrior/non-sneakerhead is curious about the boxes that media types get when we attend these events. It confirms my belief that boxes are the best and it’s all about presentation; the shoes are almost secondary and taken for granted at that point.

But what isn’t taken for granted is fitness. Despite hosting the MTV Movie Awards that night before with The Rock, Kevin Hart still managed to wake up (or power through the whole night, who knows how many parties and obligations he had) and attend the latest of his #MoveWithHart events with Nike. The comedian fired up the crowd – but not before making a short joke at his expense – by talking about the need to stay fit and active every day and our time shouldn’t be wasted. With several thousand people in attendance, it’s amazing how far Hart has come not only as a movie star, but as a celebrity athlete within the Nike brand.

The other highlight for us was getting to check out the new Nike Free Train Force Flyknit. With the snug-fitting Flyknit and the flatter outsole, this shoe emphasizes a more balanced and varied workout than just running. Check our impressions above and a brief overview of the shoe.

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Once again, the Nike Kobe line goes back to draft day in 1996, when the Charlotte Hornets selected Kobe Bryant with the 13th pick. As you probably know, the Hornets promptly traded young Kobe to the Lakers, and the rest is history. As they’ve done with previous models, the Kobe 11 gets inspiration from Kobe’s very brief time as a Hornet, with this special Draft Day colorway of the mesh-constructed version of the shoe. The look features a white mesh upper with purple and teal accents throughout, all completed with the date of the ’96 Draft on the right heel. Get your best look yet at the Kobe 11 “Draft Day”, and mark your calendars for April 28th if you’re trying to grab a pair.


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Foam heads take note, because we now have a release date for the upcoming “Varsity Royal” colorway of the Nike Air Foamposite Pro. Also being nicknamed the “Ben Gordon” colorway due to its similarity to an old PE colorway he wore, the shoe features a solid royal Foam upper with with black accents throughout, while a solid blue sole sits below. The anticipated look for the Foamposite Pro will keep you waiting just a bit, as they don’t launch until August 26, 2016.

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The Nike Air Foamposite Pro “Varsity Red” highlights this coming weekend’s release slate, as the classic colorway will return to retails shelves for the first time since 2002. This pair isn’t exactly a perfect one-to-one retro though, as an alternate mini-Swoosh is outlined in a matching red while a premium black leather adds a complimentary touch throughout. The Varsity Red is one of the most memorable colorways atop the Foamposite Pro, and even with the subtlest of changes, should be a well-received retro once this Saturday, April 16th comes. Check out a detailed look below and know that you can always find your size early on eBay.

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Good news to all Ken Griffey Jr. fans, Nike has decided to bring back the Nike Air Griffey Max 1 Freshwater. We got a look of the shoe a few days ago, today we’re happy to share the official images.

Paying homage to Ken Griffey’s tenure with the Seattle Mariners, the Freshwater colorway of the Nike Air Griffey Max comes dressed in a combination of Black, White, Freshwater and just a touch of Varsity Red. The main features on the shoe include the Nike Swoosh branding on the toe, the “24” branding on the strap and the visible air max units on the sole. Releasing April 21st for $150, who’s coppin’ a pair?

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Author’s Take

When I think of one Griffey sneaker, this is the one that comes to mind. The shoe has that classic ?90?s trainer look. I tend to stay away from these type of shoes, but this is one that I?d like to have in my collection.

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We’ve known for quite some time that Nike was planning on releasing a Wu-Tang inspired colorway of the Nike Air Foamposite One. Just recently we got our first look at the shoe, and just like many of us thought, the shoe comes in a yellow and black aesthetic. Today we get our newest look of the Nike Air Foamposite One Wu-Tang.

The Nike Air Foamposite One Wu-Tang will features a yellow shell upper contrasted by the black detailing on the tongue, laces, inner liner, eyestay, outsole. As customary on the model, a carbon fiber shank is also placed on the sole of the shoe. In addition to the all-yellow shell, more yellow accents re utilized on the tongue and heel pull tabs as well as on the branding on the tongue, heel and by the toe.

No exact release date for this Wu-Tang Foamposite yet but it?s expected to release some time in June for a retail price of $230. Stick with Kicks On Fire and make sure to follow our Nike Air Foamposite One Wu-Tang launch page for the latest news, images and updates on this release

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Author’s Take

Aside from the obvious connection to the Wu because of the yellow and black, nothing on the shoe makes me think of Wu-Tang. I need some Wu-Tang branding, some lyrics on the lining, a killer bee chillin’ on the toe or somethin’. Come on, Nike!

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The Nike Air Foamposite One Olympic was just unveiled yesterday, but the leaked images are coming at us with the quickness! Today we get our best look yet at the olympic inspired colorway of the Nike Foamposite One.

As seen yesterday, we now know that the shoe’s posite upper will come dressed in white. Adding some color to the tonal look of the base are the blue and red hits placed in areas such as the collar, eyestay, tongue, lining, laces, heel and pull tabs. Gold colored branding is found on the heel tab, eyestay and tongue of the shoe. A translucent outsole sits below the upper to complete the major traits of the shoe. What are your thoughts on the Foamposite Ones inspired by Olympic Games in Rio being held this summer? Let us know what you think in the comments below.

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Author’s Take

I’ve been known for not liking this model, but if I had to pick one a dislike the least, it would be these. Doesn’t mean I would buy them, it just means I can tolerate them.

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