Kobe VIII Protro Year of the Horse – Men’s Lifestyle Shoe (Light Crimson/Vivid Blue/Bright Citron)

Year of the Horse. Kobe’s Most Culturally Significant Colorway.

The Kobe VIII Protro Year of the Horse in Light Crimson, Vivid Blue, and Bright Citron is a men’s colorway that honors the Chinese New Year with the full vibrancy and intention that Kobe Bryant always brought to his relationship with China and its culture. Light crimson, vivid blue, and bright citron come together in a palette as festive, bold, and meaningful as the celebration it represents — wrapped around the Kobe VIII Protro’s low-cut performance silhouette in a release that transcends sneakers entirely.

Why You’ll Love It

• Premium upper in a vibrant Light Crimson/Vivid Blue/Bright Citron Year of the Horse colorway
• Kobe VIII Protro silhouette — Kobe’s iconic low-cut performance shoe updated with modern Protro technology
• Nike Zoom Air cushioning for explosive, court-level responsiveness and all-day comfort
• Durable rubber outsole with precision traction built for speed and lasting wear
• Kobe Bryant and Nike branding — the Year of the Horse, a cultural milestone in the Kobe legacy

Perfect For

For the collector who understands the full depth of Kobe’s legacy — on the court, and across the world. The Year of the Horse is one of the most meaningful releases in Kobe’s Chinese New Year series, a colorway that carries cultural significance as weighty as its visual impact. Light crimson, vivid blue, and bright citron together are joyful, bold, and completely unforgettable. Limit one per customer. Because a release this significant deserves to reach as many collections as possible.

Men’s sizing available. True to size — order your usual size. Limit one per customer.