Based on this image of the Nike Zoom Kobe 7, it appears that the general look of the shoe won't be that much different from last year's edition. Except for the fact that it has a removable ankle strap and insoles, of course.
Unlike LeBron James' signature line that has changed significantly over the years in look and style, Kobe has mainatined a sleek and low (cut) profile for his shoes ever since the Kobe 4. It will retain the flywire that has been a staple of the line, but it won't have the controversial scales of the 6, which was a hate it or love it feature among fans. Mesh will be visible in the Zoom Kobe 7 and it will have a new heel design that also borrows a lot from the 6.
What is most interesting about the 7 is the removable ankle strap. Sneaker Files is not sure whether or not the package will also include an additional insole, but the ankle strap is the game changing element that could make Mamba's shoe the dominant line in the Nike stable again.
Despite the NBA lockout, Black Mamba has been keeping himself busy with tours in Asia and Europe. There are the rumors that he will be playing in Italy, but even if that doesn't come to pass, at least he has a feature part in a Nike short film coming up.
