Well after rereleasing the 5s literally I feel the 8s are not so far behind. We just gotta get past the 6 which was also great and the abominations I call the 7s
Hey nightwing, been watching your reviews for 2-3 years now. I've recently bought a shoe based on your reviews and I chose the KD Vs over the Hyperdunks and LeBrons and I haven't had a single regret on purchasing it. Just showing the love man. Thanks!
Bro... thank you for your advise... I'm a point guard and your reviews have helped a lot. I had a history of ankle problems in low top shoes. My aunt got me the purple gradient kobe 8's and I have fell in love with them. Thanks bro
yow ilija ilkic u fckng idiot he's saying that it will fit if u fcking remove the lunarlon u fcking idiot i have a pair of kobe's and it gets bigger if u remove the lunarlon cause it gives fcking space
I'm so glad I tried these on. Instantly on feet like you said there's more room in the shoe for fitment! Still waiting for my pair to show up in the mail before I hoop in them, but I can't wait to try them out!
Its great how your so critical about your shoe reviews; IT'S WHAT WE NEED!!!! It's also great how you don't discredit or forget about shoes from the past. GREAT REVIEW
For those curious about OUTDOOR use, played outdoor today for a few hours, it shaved off a little of the treads in the forefoot where i cut and spin off of. You can definitely tell it is super soft rubber. I know it was advised already to not use outdoor, but i love the shoe and i play both and wanted to test it for myself. With playing a few hours a week, I'm guessing the outsole will last a month or a month and a half tops. I will be ordering my own pair with XDR for outdoor only.
Great review again Nightwing. Every time I watch one your videos I have a questions about the shoe at the start and as the video goes on you answer everything. Keep up the great work, its much appreciated. Honestly every shoe I buy is because of your reviews (Y)
Thanks nightwing. Seriously i was just waiting for your performance review on the kobe 8 before I bought them. The V had the best foot lockdown. Now that you mention these might be the best kobes yet, I'm sold going to buy them tomorrow. Thanks again nightwing.
Thanks so much for the time and effort you put into these reviews. After getting the kobe 7 i was definitely not gonna bother trying out the kobe 8 but after this review im having second thoughts. thanks man, keep it up :)
It's really up to you. The rubber is really soft and pliable so it'll deteriorate faster than other shoes. If you want to ball outdoor in Kobe 8's, try getting a NikeiD pair or a pair from outside the US. US pairs have the soft outsole, but other countries get an XDR outsole. XDR is meant for outdoors and it'll last much longer.
I'm glad Nike stepped it up on the Kobe line this year! I thought the 7s had cool colorways but as far as comfort they were uncomfortable!! I haven't played basketball in them but as far as using them for casual wear I think it's way better than the roshes! Great review Nightwing
Lockdown was the same in both the regular and the Elite versions so to say one is better than the other when they are identical isnt too accurate. If one is more comfortable than the other then there is a proper difference between the two but it doesnt mean that one is better than the other.
Nice job again Nightwing!!! You're the best!!! Because of you.... I can choose my best shoe for me... We Filipinos are here to support you!!! Love ur review!! Lovem!!!
Very in-depth review. Appreciate your break down of the shoe. Was never really a Kobe shoe fan, but that's primarily due to the low cut of the sneaker. Which brings me to a question...Do you find that the low cut shoes hinder performance with no ankle support over a higher cut which may weigh a bit more? Continued support for your channel.
Good point on mentioning the quality on all of Nike's signature line shoes. 2012 was just a beast year for Nike in general. One thing i want to see though is leather on basketball shoes again. Jordan 2012 is the only shoe i can think of with quality leather or leather at all
Starting with the video with the "best guard show every created" was really smart because for those not that interested in the shoe (like me) know want to watch it! Smart!
I love the Lunarlon inserts, most comfortable shoe ever. I love it. I have the "Philippines". Now I'm looking for some running shoes, which running shoes would provide the same comfort?
you earned a sub man, turns out i was thinking of buying some crap shoes to hoop in, it was number 4 of "worst shoes" in your "best shoes of 2012" video. now im balling in some top notch kicks
The much anticipated review is finally here!! Awesome video as always man. These and the CP3 6's are my next two ball shoes for sure. Can't wait for more colors of these to come out as well. You gonna do a NikeID? I know you want golden state colorway haha I guess the GR's have lots of yellow though...Anyway stay up, stay healthy, and take care brother. Peace. PS: lmaooooo at the dragon comment.
Hey Nightwing just ordered the 8s, 7s, Hyperdunk '12 and Jordan Aero Flight do you think I'll like the 8s the best? My favorite ball shoes so far have been the Kobe 5 and believe it or not NIke Hyperize lol. Thanks! Keep up the performance reviews
I just got a pair of this thing last night, i used it few hours ago, Great fitting, Cushion, One of the Lightest Shoe that i worn, really good to drive inside... probably the best shoes at this moment....
Hi guys just want to help a little kobe 8 system is meant for guards just like the cp3 and the dRose series. If your a forward the good shoes for the position are the hyperdunk 2012, Melo m9, Kd5. I would like to say Lebron's but they are very expensive for a sneaker. I hope this has helped some people and this is an awesome review.
The kobe 8 elite socks are were very slippery unwashed. The first time I played in the shoes and socks, I could feel my foot moving around on the lunar foam, but after my feet started to sweat the socks didn't slip anymore. The next day I put on a new pair of kobe 8 elite socks before ball and they were slippery as well. So I switch to my washed pair I wore the day before and they gripped the foam great. I think that the polyester needs to be washed to get ride of that slickness. Zac
hey great review , i had a partial ACL tear in my left knee and i would love some extra cushion , so which one will u prefer kobe 8 or lebron 10 ? i am 6'1 and 188 pounds !!
Hey Chris, how have these shoes held up? I’m thinking about getting a pair and putting in the Kobe 11 drop in mid soles if the lunarlon bottoms out quicker after all these years.
Nice review. I just ordered a custom Kobe 8. Unfortunately I have never had any of the Kobe shoes but heard they were very comfy. I am also flat footed but after you said they don't run narrow like the 7's I wonder if they will be to big now...lol. Well I am flat footed and have always had a hard time finding shoes that fit my feet right... hopefully the size I got is fine.
I own 3 kobe 8s and I only ball in them. Love them till this date. Besides that I use adidas boost low. Top 2 on my rotation. Looking for that third...
I just got a pair of kobe 8's, and kobe 9's...and an effed up lebron 11 with pretty almost flawless full length zoom insoles...I'm going back I'm time baby
kobe 5 was a great shoe! wore mine in they gym and outdoors and man i love it! not its just my work shoes lol but even tho it's a 3 yr old shoes it's still comfortable as heck! love that shoes! really wish my town would carry the kobe 8s!
Man I just got these, in the Blue colourway. And so far they are the best basketball shoes I've ever worn. The Kobe 6's were my previous favourite, but the heel lockdown/cushioning was lacking and the traction should have been herringbone. But that is where he 8 comes in. If you like a low-to the ground feel then definitely get these!
I play guard but have really bad ankle problems. Right now I'm wearing lebron 10s with an ankle brace for the support but I feel super slow. Would it be bad to change to these and to continue wearing my brace?
How quick do you think the shoes outsoles will burn out because I'm picking up two pairs, one to ball in and one for walking ect. I've heard that the outsole burns out quick, that's the only thing I'm afraid will happen to mine. Thanks!
hey nightwing, been watching your reviews for almost a year, great reviews, i always watch your reviews before buying a pair. which do you think is better, drose 3 or kobe 8? thanks!
Hey nightwing, did you use that slip-not thing?? I was slipping a bit, like a little bit every play, in my Kobe's , and the floors are pretty well managed were I play.
Your reviews are awesome! You convinced me to get the Kobe 8's and right now i'm loving them!! Thanks for putting so much effort into your reviews. Also what's your opinion on the Graffiti colorway? Cause that's the colorway I got.
Nice review as always man, good job. Anyway I was guessing to buy one pair of these at the end of the month considering the new colorways that are going out soon after the ASG. I have only one question to you, if you can give me some advice... I'm already using the LebronX and they are simply great, but since I sprain my ankle 2 months ago I feel a little insecure while playing in them. Do you think I could "overrun" this issue upgrading to the kobe8 ? Best regards from Italy. Simon
So Glad i purchase this kicks whn they released... By far the best shoe I've bought.. True to size also..Glad u explained to shoe better through details cuz i didnt knw all wht was given on the shoe. NightWing is Legit.. Keep doin you bro.
try them both on. I got the kobe 8 and never thought to try on the kd's they feel nice but didn't try them on. the kobes are my first shoe and I love them and so don't others.
Hi there, just wondering how do you clean the bottom of your shoes? They look very clean, just want to clean my mamba VIII property so I don't cause and damages to the shoes, thanks.
Does anyone know if Nike will ever re-release kobe 8s again because they are my fav shoes of all time
yeah ikr
SAMEEEE
Well after rereleasing the 5s literally I feel the 8s are not so far behind. We just gotta get past the 6 which was also great and the abominations I call the 7s
Probably Proto it bro 🙏🏽
So far, 6 years later, they haven’t :(
Hey nightwing, been watching your reviews for 2-3 years now. I've recently bought a shoe based on your reviews and I chose the KD Vs over the Hyperdunks and LeBrons and I haven't had a single regret on purchasing it. Just showing the love man. Thanks!
Came back for the nostalgia, shoutout Nightwing
Bro... thank you for your advise... I'm a point guard and your reviews have helped a lot. I had a history of ankle problems in low top shoes. My aunt got me the purple gradient kobe 8's and I have fell in love with them. Thanks bro
About to buy a pair for school basketball tourny's.
He's come a long way👏👏👏
Those lunarlon inserts basically mean that you could wear just kobe 8's for the rest of your life as long as nike kept making those insoles right?
unless the shoe itself breaks down
insoles don't make the shoe bigger idiot!
ilija ilkic peoples feet stop growing
yow ilija ilkic u fckng idiot he's saying that it will fit if u fcking remove the lunarlon u fcking idiot i have a pair of kobe's and it gets bigger if u remove the lunarlon cause it gives fcking space
btw i think its snake scale not dragon..u know..mamba and all stuff
I always come to you for the sneaker reviews! You do the best reviews out of anyone else on youtube! Thanks, nice job, and keep the reviews comin!
You said one of the best guard shoes every created, is this still your opinion up to today's shoes?
Well yeah, he said EVER
+Deathwish uhhh.... J Crossover 2?
Exactly, because new shoes have been released and can be better than the Kobe 8
+Brandon Nguyen dont know if my opinion counts, but when i hoop ( havent for about 2 months now ) i have these in my rotation and they still kick ass.
I prefer Kobe 8 to Kobe 9... The 8 has a much better feel to it. 11z are great too.
I'm so glad I tried these on. Instantly on feet like you said there's more room in the shoe for fitment! Still waiting for my pair to show up in the mail before I hoop in them, but I can't wait to try them out!
Kobe8,kobe 9 or the kobe 11s? I want to cop a pair though,and how much is the kobe 8 and 9 now?
Pogi Problems 200$ to 400$
Id go kobe 9 but I also like the 11s and 8s, they perform super similarly so.
Its great how your so critical about your shoe reviews; IT'S WHAT WE NEED!!!! It's also great how you don't discredit or forget about shoes from the past. GREAT REVIEW
really like your sweatshirt though
For those curious about OUTDOOR use, played outdoor today for a few hours, it shaved off a little of the treads in the forefoot where i cut and spin off of. You can definitely tell it is super soft rubber. I know it was advised already to not use outdoor, but i love the shoe and i play both and wanted to test it for myself. With playing a few hours a week, I'm guessing the outsole will last a month or a month and a half tops. I will be ordering my own pair with XDR for outdoor only.
Just grabbed the purple gradients for 80$
where!?
Dead stock off a dude I know.
aww
Thanks Nightwing! was deciding between these and the CP3 VI and this video defiantly made my decision! Can'y wait to ball in these!
Do year of the horse
I agree, gonna have to pick up a few pairs when they hit outlets.
I'm 11 and Im a size 11 and when I put the Kobe 8 on I felt like I was god
What does ur age and shoe size have to do with anything
Bro really said he felt like GOD
Need this specific colorway to re-release!
Great review again Nightwing. Every time I watch one your videos I have a questions about the shoe at the start and as the video goes on you answer everything. Keep up the great work, its much appreciated. Honestly every shoe I buy is because of your reviews (Y)
Thanks for watching
It is, whats that have to do with the Kobe 8?
Geat review man!!! We Filipinos are here to support you!! Because of you... I know how to pick a best shoe for me..... Great review man!! Love'em!!!
Thanks nightwing. Seriously i was just waiting for your performance review on the kobe 8 before I bought them. The V had the best foot lockdown. Now that you mention these might be the best kobes yet, I'm sold going to buy them tomorrow. Thanks again nightwing.
Thanks so much for the time and effort you put into these reviews. After getting the kobe 7 i was definitely not gonna bother trying out the kobe 8 but after this review im having second thoughts. thanks man, keep it up :)
Compare each shoes overall and see where they fit in.
Thats up to you.
It's really up to you. The rubber is really soft and pliable so it'll deteriorate faster than other shoes. If you want to ball outdoor in Kobe 8's, try getting a NikeiD pair or a pair from outside the US. US pairs have the soft outsole, but other countries get an XDR outsole. XDR is meant for outdoors and it'll last much longer.
Its up to you.
I'm glad Nike stepped it up on the Kobe line this year! I thought the 7s had cool colorways but as far as comfort they were uncomfortable!! I haven't played basketball in them but as far as using them for casual wear I think it's way better than the roshes! Great review Nightwing
Lockdown was the same in both the regular and the Elite versions so to say one is better than the other when they are identical isnt too accurate. If one is more comfortable than the other then there is a proper difference between the two but it doesnt mean that one is better than the other.
Nice job again Nightwing!!! You're the best!!! Because of you.... I can choose my best shoe for me... We Filipinos are here to support you!!! Love ur review!! Lovem!!!
They are both the best foam cushions avail
I just ordered the Sports grey/volt colorway from Georgetown Nike retail. Excellent review. thanks man.
Hey nightwing i just want to give you props on your videos i got a pair of kobes because of this video and they have not disappointed
appreciate the shoutout Nightwing! keep it up!
I agree with mrtaylor, there is a lack of cushion. I loved the phylon foam cushion used in the 6 along with the insole.
Very in-depth review. Appreciate your break down of the shoe. Was never really a Kobe shoe fan, but that's primarily due to the low cut of the sneaker. Which brings me to a question...Do you find that the low cut shoes hinder performance with no ankle support over a higher cut which may weigh a bit more? Continued support for your channel.
Good point on mentioning the quality on all of Nike's signature line shoes. 2012 was just a beast year for Nike in general. One thing i want to see though is leather on basketball shoes again. Jordan 2012 is the only shoe i can think of with quality leather or leather at all
Dope video and a very nice review, waited for this for a long time and it def didn't disappoint
Thanks, I appreciate it.
on nike id you can choose xrd xtra durable rubber outsole
Starting with the video with the "best guard show every created" was really smart because for those not that interested in the shoe (like me) know want to watch it! Smart!
Can't go wrong with the Hyperdunks. Great support and great cushioning
I love the Lunarlon inserts, most comfortable shoe ever. I love it.
I have the "Philippines". Now I'm looking for some running shoes,
which running shoes would provide the same comfort?
i got these shoes and man they are so light it makes you move around the court quickly yet maintaining good balance
you earned a sub man, turns out i was thinking of buying some crap shoes to hoop in, it was number 4 of "worst shoes" in your "best shoes of 2012" video. now im balling in some top notch kicks
I didnt want this video to END! thanks!
Thank you for all your awesome performance reviews! keep it up!
Thanks!
You just earned yourself a subscriber! Keep it up!
The much anticipated review is finally here!! Awesome video as always man. These and the CP3 6's are my next two ball shoes for sure. Can't wait for more colors of these to come out as well. You gonna do a NikeID? I know you want golden state colorway haha I guess the GR's have lots of yellow though...Anyway stay up, stay healthy, and take care brother. Peace.
PS: lmaooooo at the dragon comment.
These are crazy dope!! Played so many games in Kobe8z luv dem they bring back all the memories!!!
Sepi838 how is the fit like for you I am considering buying a pair
Hey Nightwing just ordered the 8s, 7s, Hyperdunk '12 and Jordan Aero Flight do you think I'll like the 8s the best? My favorite ball shoes so far have been the Kobe 5 and believe it or not NIke Hyperize lol. Thanks! Keep up the performance reviews
I just got a pair of this thing last night, i used it few hours ago, Great fitting, Cushion, One of the Lightest Shoe that i worn, really good to drive inside... probably the best shoes at this moment....
Going back to this because I just purchased the Hollywood nights (2024 release).
Hi guys just want to help a little kobe 8 system is meant for guards just like the cp3 and the dRose series. If your a forward the good shoes for the position are the hyperdunk 2012, Melo m9, Kd5. I would like to say Lebron's but they are very expensive for a sneaker. I hope this has helped some people and this is an awesome review.
I was wondering where you order your shoes from. Thanks for the always reliable reviews.
The kobe 8 elite socks are were very slippery unwashed. The first time I played in the shoes and socks, I could feel my foot moving around on the lunar foam, but after my feet started to sweat the socks didn't slip anymore. The next day I put on a new pair of kobe 8 elite socks before ball and they were slippery as well. So I switch to my washed pair I wore the day before and they gripped the foam great. I think that the polyester needs to be washed to get ride of that slickness.
Zac
Where would you purchase another insole?
hey great review , i had a partial ACL tear in my left knee and i would love some extra cushion , so which one will u prefer kobe 8 or lebron 10 ? i am 6'1 and 188 pounds !!
Are they as high off the ground as the 7s? I like having that extra inch added to my height on the court.
glad to help!
Hey Chris, how have these shoes held up? I’m thinking about getting a pair and putting in the Kobe 11 drop in mid soles if the lunarlon bottoms out quicker after all these years.
Philippines being recognized! Nice. Thanks to Mikko!
Nice review. I just ordered a custom Kobe 8. Unfortunately I have never had any of the Kobe shoes but heard they were very comfy. I am also flat footed but after you said they don't run narrow like the 7's I wonder if they will be to big now...lol. Well I am flat footed and have always had a hard time finding shoes that fit my feet right... hopefully the size I got is fine.
I own 3 kobe 8s and I only ball in them. Love them till this date. Besides that I use adidas boost low. Top 2 on my rotation. Looking for that third...
I just got a pair of kobe 8's, and kobe 9's...and an effed up lebron 11 with pretty almost flawless full length zoom insoles...I'm going back I'm time baby
Third pair of shoes based on you performance reviews. Thank you @nightwing2303 and HAPPY NEW YEAR.
You arent looking hard enough then. They avail when you iD them or if you search Kobe 8 you will find it at the bottom of the page.
I agree with you about foam cushioning, I love lunarlon and love micro g
Which do you prefer the most out of the Brandblack Jcrossover 2 and the kobe 8?
yes im a guard and i love light shoes (although high tops are more suited) but i heard good things about the 8s
kobe 5 was a great shoe! wore mine in they gym and outdoors and man i love it! not its just my work shoes lol but even tho it's a 3 yr old shoes it's still comfortable as heck! love that shoes! really wish my town would carry the kobe 8s!
they fixed everything because they watched your videos haha! love your videos bro
Man I just got these, in the Blue colourway. And so far they are the best basketball shoes I've ever worn. The Kobe 6's were my previous favourite, but the heel lockdown/cushioning was lacking and the traction should have been herringbone. But that is where he 8 comes in. If you like a low-to the ground feel then definitely get these!
I play guard but have really bad ankle problems. Right now I'm wearing lebron 10s with an ankle brace for the support but I feel super slow. Would it be bad to change to these and to continue wearing my brace?
How quick do you think the shoes outsoles will burn out because I'm picking up two pairs, one to ball in and one for walking ect. I've heard that the outsole burns out quick, that's the only thing I'm afraid will happen to mine. Thanks!
hey nightwing, been watching your reviews for almost a year, great reviews, i always watch your reviews before buying a pair. which do you think is better, drose 3 or kobe 8? thanks!
Using Nike 2 layer elite socks also keeps the fit tight and I think its a great combination.
As a 5'8" Point Guard, would you recommend the Kobe 8 System, the CP3.VI, or the Li-Ning Turning Point?
You definitely make the best sneaker reviews
Hey nightwing, did you use that slip-not thing?? I was slipping a bit, like a little bit every play, in my Kobe's , and the floors are pretty well managed were I play.
Your reviews are awesome! You convinced me to get the Kobe 8's and right now i'm loving them!! Thanks for putting so much effort into your reviews. Also what's your opinion on the Graffiti colorway? Cause that's the colorway I got.
Nice review as always man, good job.
Anyway I was guessing to buy one pair of these at the end of the month considering the new colorways that are going out soon after the ASG.
I have only one question to you, if you can give me some advice...
I'm already using the LebronX and they are simply great, but since I sprain my ankle 2 months ago I feel a little insecure while playing in them.
Do you think I could "overrun" this issue upgrading to the kobe8 ?
Best regards from Italy.
Simon
So Glad i purchase this kicks whn they released... By far the best shoe I've bought.. True to size also..Glad u explained to shoe better through details cuz i didnt knw all wht was given on the shoe. NightWing is Legit.. Keep doin you bro.
try them both on. I got the kobe 8 and never thought to try on the kd's they feel nice but didn't try them on. the kobes are my first shoe and I love them and so don't others.
I agree. But they werent my fav on-court.
I really like you man. I'm a guard too, and I really needed to know this. I had some weird Nikes. I can finally get some real shoes and I NEEDED this.
I want to get this shoe, but there are different colors of the shoe, does anything change other than the color from this one and a red one
Nope jus the color
thanks!
after a few quarters of jumping pivoting etc. How is the ankle feel? like does yours hurt or what?
Looked at a load of your performance reviews! What do you think is the best shoe for a shooting guard atm?
Hi there, just wondering how do you clean the bottom of your shoes? They look very clean, just want to clean my mamba VIII property so I don't cause and damages to the shoes, thanks.
Wet tissues. Baby wipes.
The XDR's have a gray sole and are only available through nike ID
Dec 15th is the cut off date for each yr so these wouldnt be on the 2012 list anyway.
The best shoe reviewer on RUclips
I dont know what to do my tongue on the kobe 8 slips to the side and makes it very uncomfortable.Dont know what to do,help?
Do you prefer the kobe 8 compared to the Rose 3? I remember you were saying rose 3 is one of your favorite guard shoes.