Nike Kobe Protro 8
Released 6/2024, Low Top, Kobe Bryant,
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8.3
EXPERT RATING
5 reviews
8.9
USER RATING
7 ratings
The Kobe 8 Protro is a solid performer featuring impressive traction.
Best Suitable For:
The shoe is best for quicker guards looking for an excellent court feel.
Price Comparison:
Available at 2 shops | Official Retail Price: $189.99
Category Performance Ratings:
Weight & Sizing:
Weight:
NA
Sizing:
small
large
Width:
narrow
wide
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
Nike Kobe Protro 8 |  Adidas D.O.N. Issue 6 |  New Balance TWO WXY V3 |  Nike LeBron NXXT Gen |  Nike KD 15 |  Jordan One Take 4 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.3 | 8.5(0.2) | 8.7(0.4) | 8.7(0.4) | 9.0(0.7) | 8.1(0.2) | |
| User Rating | 8.9 | 9.4(0.5) | 9.1(0.2) | 9.0(0.1) | 9.2(0.3) | 8.4(0.5) | |
| Best Price | $189.99 | $119.99 | $119.99 | $82.97 $160 | $112.97 $150 | $99.99 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | NA | 350g - 360g | 350g - 360g | 370g - 390g | 310g - 330g |
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Nike Kobe Protro 8 Review
Pros:
Outstanding traction performance
Impressive lockdown
Cons:
Not a lot of impact protection
Narrow fit causes some pinching
Performance of the Nike Kobe Protro 8:
The Nike Kobe 8 Protro is the latest in Nike's performance retro lineup.
The shoe features an incredible traction setup. The bite and grip are impressive, especially on cleaner courts.
Cushioning is a drop-in React midsole. The foam is softer than Lunarlon and leans toward offering more court feel. The impact protection could be better.
The materials are nothing special. The shoe is light, breathable, and durable.
Support and lockdown weren't an issue for most reviewers. The shoe has an excellent heel counter.
The fit is tricky because the width is very narrow. Players with wide feet should try the shoe on beforehand if possible.
The Nike Kobe 8 Protro is a solid performer. The shoe is lightweight with excellent traction.
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Expert Reviews of the Nike Kobe Protro 8:
Expert Rating: 8.3 (ranks #179 of 330)
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8.6
June 14, 2024
The Nike Kobe 8 Protro is a responsive shoe. I feel quick because of the top-tier traction and support. I wish Nike upgraded the cushioning more.
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8.6
July 15, 2024
The Nike Kobe 8 Protro is a lightweight, minimal shoe. The traction performs very well, but the cushioning is not geared for impact protection. The shoe is better suited for shifty guards.
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8.6
September 5, 2024
The Nike Kobe 8 Protro is a great pair to play in. The traction is impressive, and I enjoy the React cushioning setup.
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8.1
June 14, 2024
I'm not impressed by the improvements to the Nike Kobe 8 Protro. The cushioning could be better, but the traction and support are outstanding.
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7.6
June 14, 2024
The Nike Kobe 8 Protro allows a lot of movement freedom and contortion. Lighter players who don't require impact protection will get the most out of this shoe.
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User Reviews of the Nike Kobe Protro 8:
User Rating: 8.9 (ranks #84 of 330)
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8.6
November 2, 2024
Traction is super grippy on all courts and rarely needs wiping.Cushion have great court feel but react foam needs break in to be more soft, ok bounce, and impact protection could be better. Materials take a decent amount of break in time to be less tight, but after broken in they’re light, breathable and supportive. The support is great because of the carbon fiber plate and heel counter. Fit is very narrow at first but after 5 or 6 wares it loosens up.
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8.8
June 26, 2024
Really good option just pick thick socks which are not to wide because the insole will stick to it like glue
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8.8
July 11, 2024
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8.8
August 12, 2024
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8.4
August 23, 2024
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Traction of the Nike Kobe Protro 8:
Expert Traction Rating: 9.2 (ranks #57 of 330)
User Traction Rating: 9.3 (ranks #55 of 330)
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10.0
June 14, 2024
The traction performance is freaking amazing. The stop and the bite are incredible on clean courts, and I wasn't affected by dust.
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10.0
July 15, 2024
The traction works very well. The rubber is sticky almost instantaneously.
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9.0
September 5, 2024
The traction performance is great. You're going to have no issues, especially on cleaner courts.
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9.0
June 14, 2024
The traction performance is fantastic on clean courts. You'll have to wipe on dirty courts, but the performance holds up well.
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8.0
June 14, 2024
The traction performs well after the rubber gets warm.
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Cushion of the Nike Kobe Protro 8:
Expert Cushion Rating: 7.6 (ranks #275 of 330)
User Cushion Rating: 8.6 (ranks #139 of 330)
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8.0
June 14, 2024
I prefer more springiness. The React foam feels softer than the older Lunarlon setup. Impact protection isn't the best. I love the court feel, though.
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7.0
July 15, 2024
The React drop-in midsole feels firm. It doesn't offer much impact protection and feels minimal.
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9.0
September 5, 2024
The React drop-in midsole has decent impact protection, but the setup caters more to responsiveness. It feels perfect for my personal needs.
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7.0
June 14, 2024
The cushioning is somewhat of a letdown. The React drop-in is thin, especially under the forefoot. It offers an impressive court feel, but I would like more cushioning.
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7.0
June 14, 2024
The React midsole feels light and feathery but also flimsy.
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Materials of the Nike Kobe Protro 8:
Expert Materials Rating: 7.9 (ranks #243 of 330)
User Materials Rating: 8.7 (ranks #97 of 330)
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8.0
June 14, 2024
The materials are thin but comfortable.
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8.0
July 15, 2024
The materials feel stiff, but feel better after a break-in period. It gets the job done afterwards.
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8.0
September 5, 2024
The materials feel crispy, but it breaks in easily. I wish they used more premium materials. The upper gets the job done.
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7.5
June 14, 2024
The synthetic materials are nothing special. I like that the mesh is breathable and durable.
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8.0
June 14, 2024
The upper was not as breathable as expected. However, the heat retention is not affected. I like how the upper moulds to my feet, though.
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Support of the Nike Kobe Protro 8:
Expert Support Rating: 8.4 (ranks #168 of 330)
User Support Rating: 9.0 (ranks #62 of 330)
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9.0
June 14, 2024
I had zero issues with the support and lockdown. I would've felt better with more of a sidewall, but that's a personal preference.
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9.0
July 15, 2024
The support feels good, especially the heel counter. It caters well to fast, shifty guards.
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8.0
September 5, 2024
I had no issues with the support. I like the heel counter and the side-to-side stability.
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9.0
June 14, 2024
The support is one of the standout features. All positions can benefit from the lockdown and security of the Kobe 8.
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7.0
June 14, 2024
I love the external heel counter for stability. Heel slippage is non-existent. The lack of rails on the drop-in midsole can cause your foot to roll over.
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Fit of the Nike Kobe Protro 8:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.4 (ranks #114 of 330)
User Fit Rating: 8.7 (ranks #122 of 330)
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8.0
June 14, 2024
The width is narrow, but the length is roomy. I felt alright with the fit.
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9.0
July 15, 2024
True to size feels good to me. It fits close to perfect.
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9.0
September 5, 2024
The materials break in nicely, but the forefoot feels snug. It feels close to 1-to-1 for me.
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8.0
June 14, 2024
I experienced some pinching near the outrigger. It makes the shoe feel narrow before breaking in. The toe box is fairly roomy, too.
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8.0
June 14, 2024
The fit is slightly short and narrow.
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Durability of the Nike Kobe Protro 8:
User Durability Rating: 8.0 (ranks #228 of 330)
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Outdoor of the Nike Kobe Protro 8:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 12.5 (ranks #249 of 330)
User Outdoor Rating: 25.0 (ranks #257 of 330)
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no
June 14, 2024
The rubber on this shoe is not a good option for outdoors.
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no
July 15, 2024
The rubber is firm and rigid, but I wouldn't recommend taking these shoes outdoors.
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no
June 14, 2024
I don't think I would take this pair outdoors.
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fair
June 14, 2024
My version has a solid rubber outsole. It can perform decently outdoors.
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Width of the Nike Kobe Protro 8:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
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regular
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slightly wide
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very wide
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very narrow
June 14, 2024
The shoe is quite narrow.
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regularly wide
July 15, 2024
I like the width. It's not too narrow.
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slightly narrow
September 5, 2024
The forefoot is narrow.
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very narrow
June 14, 2024
The fit is extremely narrow.
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slightly narrow
June 14, 2024
The shoe feels narrow. 2E feet can go up 1 size.
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Size of the Nike Kobe Protro 8:
very small
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slightly small
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true to size
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slightly long
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very long
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½ size small
June 14, 2024
I went up half a size.
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true to size
July 15, 2024
I would stay true to size.
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true to size
September 5, 2024
The shoe is true to size.
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½ size small
June 14, 2024
Go up half a size if you have a wide foot.
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true to size
June 14, 2024
Narrow and medium feet can go true to size.
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