Nike unveils all-new colourways of the Kobe 6 Protro in honour of the life and legacy of the late NBA Hall of Famer. The low-profile basketball shoe has been one of the most popular “Performance Retro” styles in the Black Mamba’s signature line with the Swoosh, lauded by athletes and collectors for its lightweight structure and serpentine design. After being spotted on Vanessa Bryant, the Nike Kobe 6 Protro “Sail” debuts in Spring ‘25 with a summer-ready colour palette, just in time for the basketball season.
This premier sneaker flaunts a sail white upper constructed in micro mesh underlays with scaly, snake-inspired overlays. Black Swoosh logos appear on the sidewalls, while the signature sheath symbol graces the tongue. The glossy heel counter bears Kobe’s signature on the lateral rear, a nod to one of the most prolific scorers in basketball history. A Cushlon foam midsole and Zoom Turbo unit in the front provide a springy, propulsive sensation when running up and down the court, an upgrade from the regular version’s Phylon and Met Zoom setup. Braille on the forefoot spells out “Black Mamba”, representing Bryant’s leadership and competitive spirit on the court. Scaly patterns on the outsole deliver stop-on-a-dime traction for quicker reaction and change of direction.
You can find out where to get your hands on the Nike Kobe 6 Protro “Sail” by keeping it locked to The Sole Supplier!
