Sweet. Seeing the Triliants again is nice. They are so slept on. Also light, but more cushion than Kobe’s. The perfect setup for me. The. Lack snd white mismatch has been perfect. And I’ve used most shoes reviewed as an S tier shoes since 2018. Don’t sleep on them guys. 🍻
Dope vid as usual brother! I've never won an in-store raffle or online raffle and every Kobe release (especially in Canada) is really limited! There will never be another day in our lives where we could walk into a footlocker and get a Kobe! Thankfully, SPO, WOW, Li-ning, and Nike (ironically enough) have alternative options!
Great video! Haven't tried any of these shoes but I'm most likely gonna cop a pair of Sabrina 2s when prices drop. The Zoom freak 5 kinda reminded me of the Kobe 5 protro a bit with regards to the heel lockdown, and the heel cushioning in the Zoom freak 5 felt like the heel cushioning of the Kobe 5 protro after it bottomed out.
Nice list. I think are still a couple more in my opinion I'll give you a couple Puma clyde all pro - kobe 9 alternative with a midsole Lebron 20s - kobe 6 comparable to me Serious player only player one plus - kobe 9 and 11 hybrid Serious player only game 1 low or mid- kobe 8 alternative Ja 1- kobe 4 mix with kyrie low 4 Gt hustle 2- 80% of the kobe 4 dna or modern day kobe 4.
Dang! You have the only Kobe pair that I dream of, Kobe 5 5x Champ cw. It sucks to not have that pair. Resell prices are way too high. Not practical getting a pair that high then just play with it. I don’t know, maybe if I’m rich, that won’t be an issue 😂
See that’s the thing man… Hopefully one day, they make enough of each model / protro / colorway so that prices are back to normal and I truly believe Nike will do so eventually.
@@TommyLiu4 been hoping for that to happen. When I was younger, I never liked using low cut shoes as I was prone to ankle injuries but now that I’m older, no longer that athletic which allows me to wear low cut. (hardly making crossover moves nowadays lol)
@@TommyLiu4 for ex, pair of Kobe 4 gold medal $140. I bought a pair of Kobe 5 PJ Tucker for the same price. Where as on GOAT they are going for about a $1k
Hey Tommy, I'm a wide footer looking for a performance shoe. From your videos it seems KAI 1 and all city 12 encore fit that profile. Which one between the two do you recommend? If you have another rec lmk please. MUCH appreciation bro.
Always love your content, Tommy! Kinda crazy though to not recommend a brand because they're a blatant Kobe knockoff (assuming you're talking about SPO), but then say reps are OK. I don't really understand that one, but I guess everyone has to draw the line somewhere. 🤷♂️ 😂
@@zabadooz.9751 Thank you!! Yes it’s probably just me though - Chinese Kobe fans like myself sometimes really don’t make sense you know 😂 If anything as a consumer I’d much rather buy a fake than that shoe, would never touch it. At least price fairly like those knockoffs on Temu, just a personal thing for me. Their sales in China are horrible but doing really well overseas so that’s great for them.
@TommyLiu4 Gotcha, I get it. I do agree that the price is pretty high for those, IMO. Luckily, I've hit on enough Kobes for retail that I don't need to consider reps.
Under Armour Curry 11s are not just and alternative to Kobe’s but I personally believe they’re even better and you won’t have to spend 300+ on shoes you’re going to run around in constantly anyway..completely agree with the way of wade 808 V2 ultra…I also believe they are better than the Kobe’s…I think people are really hung up on the Kobe’s for some reason(probably because he was incredible)…makes it even worse that Nike does these re releases of the Kobe’s that you can only get if you win a raffle and then still have to pay 250+ at a starting point
thanks for the reference from the other video. But is there any hoop shoes currently thats shaped like 'toes'? like a barefoot shoe toe box(XEROs,Vivo etc).
Amazing shoe - Top 3 of the year level performance to me. Didn’t see much Kobe-like things though, it’s got such nice and soft padding on the interior.
Somehow i agree with the fakes. But if the fakes are worth $100 better go for the original one. A lot of option that will not only give you full support but longevity of the shoe.
What’s your FAVORITE Kobe shoe?? Any other good alternatives? ⬇️
6 all dayy
@@TommyLiu4 6, 8 elite and 9 elite.
Kobe 9 BHM since ‘14 maaan! 🔥
The one that you have, Kobe 5 5x Champ 🥰
SPO +
Sweet. Seeing the Triliants again is nice. They are so slept on. Also light, but more cushion than Kobe’s. The perfect setup for me. The. Lack snd white mismatch has been perfect. And I’ve used most shoes reviewed as an S tier shoes since 2018. Don’t sleep on them guys. 🍻
Sabrina 2 and SPO Player 1 Plus for me. 🔥🔥🔥
When he was saying he doesn't like the chinese brands that copy kobes he was talking specifically about the SPO plyr 1 plus
Dope vid as usual brother! I've never won an in-store raffle or online raffle and every Kobe release (especially in Canada) is really limited! There will never be another day in our lives where we could walk into a footlocker and get a Kobe! Thankfully, SPO, WOW, Li-ning, and Nike (ironically enough) have alternative options!
Love seeing those Converses getting some mention. I’ve always said those are underrated.
Anta GH4 is an underrated choice that follows the blueprint.
Great video! Haven't tried any of these shoes but I'm most likely gonna cop a pair of Sabrina 2s when prices drop. The Zoom freak 5 kinda reminded me of the Kobe 5 protro a bit with regards to the heel lockdown, and the heel cushioning in the Zoom freak 5 felt like the heel cushioning of the Kobe 5 protro after it bottomed out.
Thank you! 👌👍👍 Freak 5 deserves its flowers.
Clyde all pro, tough to get now a days but, solid shoe
@@younggotti8195 Good one!
bro coming in clutch w/ the kyrie 8 suggestion some very good prices
yo tommy why you so chill man..just wanna say I love your vibe..keep it up
Haha thank you so much! Appreciate you watching 🙏🙏
Nice list. I think are still a couple more in my opinion
I'll give you a couple
Puma clyde all pro - kobe 9 alternative with a midsole
Lebron 20s - kobe 6 comparable to me
Serious player only player one plus - kobe 9 and 11 hybrid
Serious player only game 1 low or mid- kobe 8 alternative
Ja 1- kobe 4 mix with kyrie low 4
Gt hustle 2- 80% of the kobe 4 dna or modern day kobe 4.
I really enjoy my 808 3 ultras.
👍👍👍
Dang! You have the only Kobe pair that I dream of, Kobe 5 5x Champ cw.
It sucks to not have that pair. Resell prices are way too high. Not practical getting a pair that high then just play with it. I don’t know, maybe if I’m rich, that won’t be an issue 😂
See that’s the thing man… Hopefully one day, they make enough of each model / protro / colorway so that prices are back to normal and I truly believe Nike will do so eventually.
@@TommyLiu4 been hoping for that to happen. When I was younger, I never liked using low cut shoes as I was prone to ankle injuries but now that I’m older, no longer that athletic which allows me to wear low cut. (hardly making crossover moves nowadays lol)
As a SGA fan love that u believe he is the best player in the league
Ayy I truly believe so. 🍻
Hey tommy, have you seen the ja 2s? They look almost identical to kobes! So excited for that review ❤
Hey yes I got a pair coming 😁 Very excited!
Great video man, Have you ever thought about reviewing godkiller kobes??
Thanks man not really tbh but my interests are up lol
There's a good rep brand that are 1:1 ... Even have batches that offer both zoom units instead of just 1.
👍👍 How much? Just curious
@@TommyLiu4 for ex, pair of Kobe 4 gold medal $140. I bought a pair of Kobe 5 PJ Tucker for the same price. Where as on GOAT they are going for about a $1k
@@deejaay USD right? I see that’s not bad at all. Performs well enough too?
@@TommyLiu4 USD. Add taxes shipping. Yes. Performs very well. The company I use, yes. The 5s are in rotation with my wow10s!
@@TommyLiu4 performs just like retail they also put zoom on the forefoot and heel
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i like kobe alternative and i think its the 808 4 ultra
And i cant wait to get my sabrina 2s
Please do 361 supernova 2.0 pro. Huge fan btw!
🙏🙏👌
Hey Tommy, I'm a wide footer looking for a performance shoe. From your videos it seems KAI 1 and all city 12 encore fit that profile. Which one between the two do you recommend? If you have another rec lmk please. MUCH appreciation bro.
Hey, All City 12 Encore. Fresh Foam BB V2 & Sabrina 2 are great as well, depending on what’s most important to you.
love the content bro
Thanks man!
Heard SGA dropping his signature shoe next year im excited to see if there kobe like aswell
Oh really?! I didn’t know that - definitely will cop too. 👍 He needs a sig
Hi tommy great video as always, i wanna ask you a question for my next shoe. Is better the precision 7 or the ja 1?
Hey thanks. I think you can go for the Ja 1.
Sorry again, i need to half size up even if I have a normal feet?
nike released a lot of kobe’s lately. resell prices are barely over retail or at retail. alternatives are not necessary 😂 unless budget.
@@samlee458 🍺
I got hurt in the DON Issue’s the other day btw. First injury in like a decade lol
@@TommyLiu4 oh no 😟. had to be the don issues huh 😂. hoping for a speedy recovery bro.
@@samlee458 Thanks man! Just a mild ankle sprain pretty much fine now. Technically it was also because that traction is so good lol
Thanks for looking out for us budget challenged folks lol!
🤝🤝🙏
Serious Player 1
Always love your content, Tommy! Kinda crazy though to not recommend a brand because they're a blatant Kobe knockoff (assuming you're talking about SPO), but then say reps are OK. I don't really understand that one, but I guess everyone has to draw the line somewhere. 🤷♂️ 😂
@@zabadooz.9751 Thank you!! Yes it’s probably just me though - Chinese Kobe fans like myself sometimes really don’t make sense you know 😂 If anything as a consumer I’d much rather buy a fake than that shoe, would never touch it. At least price fairly like those knockoffs on Temu, just a personal thing for me. Their sales in China are horrible but doing really well overseas so that’s great for them.
@TommyLiu4 Gotcha, I get it. I do agree that the price is pretty high for those, IMO. Luckily, I've hit on enough Kobes for retail that I don't need to consider reps.
@@zabadooz.9751 There you go that’s nice 👍👍 I unfortunately just never had any luck with this year’s releases…
@TommyLiu4 here's to better luck in the future!
Crazy how even the kobes that are going for retail are still expensive asf. Nike is milking this
Under Armour Curry 11s are not just and alternative to Kobe’s but I personally believe they’re even better and you won’t have to spend 300+ on shoes you’re going to run around in constantly anyway..completely agree with the way of wade 808 V2 ultra…I also believe they are better than the Kobe’s…I think people are really hung up on the Kobe’s for some reason(probably because he was incredible)…makes it even worse that Nike does these re releases of the Kobe’s that you can only get if you win a raffle and then still have to pay 250+ at a starting point
thanks for the reference from the other video. But is there any hoop shoes currently thats shaped like 'toes'? like a barefoot shoe toe box(XEROs,Vivo etc).
How about the Serious Player Only?
nah them jawns narrow asf, even going up half a size ur toenails will come off after just playing for 2 hrs
I deadass looked up 8 hours ago for Kobe replacements and couldn’t find anything
Aight here u go lol
Is your Kobe 5 a protro? I never knew you had a protro. You gotta make a performance review of it if you still haven't made one yet
@@theyoutubecommenter3498 Yeah I… have quite a lot of each lol
What do you think of asics gelburst. Do they have a kobe feel to them?
@@andrewlam6796 Nope
I'm surprised the big 3 5.0 quick pro isn't on the list
Amazing shoe - Top 3 of the year level performance to me. Didn’t see much Kobe-like things though, it’s got such nice and soft padding on the interior.
@@TommyLiu4 the mismatched colorway is for sale here for just 70 usd 😂 I'm tempted lol
Somehow i agree with the fakes. But if the fakes are worth $100 better go for the original one. A lot of option that will not only give you full support but longevity of the shoe.
trilliants easilly one of my favorite shoes ever, I have 3 pairs.
Niceee
bro, you gonna review 361 Light up 1?
@@phyvillaflor Hey not sure yet - you’re interested?
@@TommyLiu4 would be nice bro if you have time. heard its another budget shoe with lots of tech
@@phyvillaflor 👌
Kyrie 8s are so cheap on stockx
Delicious
@@TommyLiu4 🤤
Thanks for that lead
Dame 9 review? Soon?
@@gaminglyfe0074 Yes I’m waiting for the release too! Pretty excited for that one 🙏
Reppin McRoberts😮
Lol at 8:56 😂
theres no way youre from vancouver, BC (richmond)
Yesss
@@TommyLiu4 what a small world but i guess youre in the states now (?)
Anyways, youre doing good work with your reviews. theyre straight to the point.
@@j03yyy I’m in Toronto. Thank you!! You’re from Van as well?
@@TommyLiu4 Yeah i am, maybe we have played against each other in ball before.
Serious player only player one plus?
0:51
Surprised no book 1s
True! KD AD Mid a little bit
How do you get Kobe’s in Canada?
I wonder the same 🥲
@@TommyLiu4 I hate that we don’t get the sneakers app thing here… I can’t even download it
@@stroshow5 Right? Pretty sad lol
Idk why but sabrina 2 feels so uncomfy when I tried it.
Sabrina 2 or book 1?
Sabrina 2
Liren 4 v2 or wade 12 encore?
@@swish2434 It depends. Liren’s are probably better than the more high-level players; for me the Encore is a more comfortable ride.
A lot of kobe 9 halos released here in Ph and some still sitting in footlocker. It’s just too expensive 😢
Oh really?! All sold out here as usual. But I think it’s been getting better and better these past few releases 👌
Don 6?????? Please?????
@@phantomgamer7249 👌 Sorry took a while I did get injured wearing it lol
Oh shit freak accident or shoes fault
@@phantomgamer7249 Umm I blame it on myself. But the shoes didn't help prevent it lol it was also more or so because the traction is so good...
Good to hear you like the traction. Ill be checking for the review daily I love them don 5s
who else also got a sweet W w/ the 9s
Show off 😂🥲