Side Kicks Streetwear • Global Release Guide
Updated: 6 February 2026
About the release
The Nike Kobe Air Force 1 Low Protro “City of Champions” takes a familiar classic and gives it a proper Kobe era storyline. Built on the upgraded Protro version of the Air Force 1, this pair nods to Inglewood’s iconic Forum, the “Fabulous Forum” that shaped decades of Lakers history.
It is the kind of release that sits right between performance legacy and lifestyle wear. You get premium materials, quiet details, and enough references to feel intentional without needing to explain them every time someone asks what you are wearing.
For collectors, it also adds another chapter to the wider Kobe Nike lineup, but in a form that is easier to wear day to day than most on court retros.
TL;DR – Nike Kobe Air Force 1 Low Protro “City of Champions”
- Release date: 11 February 2026
- Time: 8:00 (UK)
- Retail price: £134.99 (UK)
- Colourway: Work Blue and Metallic Gold
- Style code: IM0583-400
- Where to buy: Nike and select retailers
Release date and UK price
Nike lists the pair for 11 February with an 8:00 UK launch time. UK retail is set at £134.99, with style code IM0583-400.
If you are tracking product pages close to release, searching the style code usually surfaces listings faster than the nickname alone.
Design and details
This colourway is built around a clean Summit White leather base with Work Blue textiles that reference Kobe’s first home court era in Inglewood. Metallic Gold hits land on the sockliner and aglets for just enough shine, without turning it into a loud statement shoe.
Material choices do a lot of the storytelling. Blue corduroy, smooth leather panels, and cracked leather Swooshes are all used to give the shoe an aged, venue inspired feel. You also get subtle Kobe branding touches, including the sheath logo placement across the tongue, heel, and insoles.
Underfoot is where the Protro upgrade matters. This version uses an ultra plush drop in ReactX foam setup paired with Nike Air cushioning, making it far more comfortable for daily wear than a standard AF1.
Why this Kobe Air Force 1 Protro matters
A lot of athlete collabs feel like branding first and product second. This one is the opposite. The Forum references, the “67 to 99” nods, and the location based insole details keep it rooted in real history.
Add in the glow in the dark outsole detail that mirrors how the Forum lights up at night, and you have a lifestyle release that still feels like it belongs in the Kobe line rather than sitting next to it.
Closer look
Credit: Nike
Where to buy
Start with Nike at launch time, then check select retailers if stock filters out quickly. Because it is a Kobe linked release, demand tends to be higher than a typical Air Force 1 drop.
If you want to keep browsing the silhouette, you can also explore more Air Force 1 releases and follow new Kobe updates as they surface.
FAQ
When does the Nike Kobe Air Force 1 Low Protro City of Champions release in the UK?
It is scheduled for 11 February 2026 at 8:00 UK time.
How much is the Kobe Air Force 1 Low Protro in the UK?
UK retail price is £134.99.
What is the style code for the Kobe Air Force 1 City of Champions?
The style code is IM0583-400.
What does Protro mean on the Air Force 1?
Protro is Nike’s approach of keeping the classic look while upgrading the tech. On this pair, it includes a drop in ReactX foam midsole combined with Nike Air cushioning for better comfort.
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