After months of anticipation and a series of teasers, Nike finally unveiled the new KOBE X sneakers today. The design credo of the latest Kobe Bryant signature shoe was simplicity over everything. The standout innovations in the 10th signature of the basketball player are hybrid cushioning, an advanced traction system, and a seamless textile upper. The hybrid cushioning combines Lunarlon with Nike Free-inspired siping grooves to enhance natural movement, along with a new Zoom Air unit in the heel. The newly developed outsole features hundreds of “nodules” that grip the court, making it the most effective traction system in the 43-year history of Nike’s basketball shoes. The seamless textile upper results in more stability, lighter weight and strength. The KOBE X introduces a new open-weave textile that is inspired by the pattern and strength of sharkskin. The launch colorway, the above Nike KOBE X "5 AM Flight" will be released on Nike.com and at select retailers on February 7.