The Nike Kobe 8 'Venice Beach' first released in 2013 and on April 13 2024 for $190 to commemorate Kobe Bryant's final NBA game, Nike is bringing it back with a performance retro update. However, there's some protro features that we've seen recently on Kobe 8s that does not exist on this shoe.

Check out my in depth review including colorway, materials, details, quality, sizing, comfort and performance. On feet footage included!

0:00 April 13 was special
0:52 Release details, first impressions
2:42 Materials, all upper details
5:02 Cushioning, outsole, performance, laces, box
7:35 Sizing, comfort and stability
8:39 No Sole Score
8:57 Final thoughts, friendly reminder
9:40 Full on feet!