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The changes made to Kobe Bryant’s upgraded Nike Air Force 1 Low Protro sneakers in 2025 have been well received thus far, and it looks like the brand has plenty more to come for the revamped model next year.
One such pair expected to be released during spring 2026 is a new Pinksicle-accented pair shared Tuesday by Sole Retriever. With a full colorway of Sail/Sail/Pinksicle, it’s expected that the low-top version of the classic Air Force 1 will feature an off-white upper accented with pink. It’s possible that the shoe will use the faux snakeskin material seen on previous Kobe Air Force 1 Protro releases, although the exact color placement has not yet been determined.
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What we do know is that this version of the Air Force 1 will feature performance improvements, namely a drop-in ReactX foam midsole which adds comfort to the 1982 basketball sneaker. Other Kobe-related modifications are likely to include the late basketball legend’s signature on the midsole instead of the shoe’s traditional “Air” lettering and Bryant’s sheath logo implemented on the heel.
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In addition to the Pinksicle-accented pair, Sole Retriever reports that new Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Protros will be released in Black/Black/Lemon Venom and Work Blue/Summit White/Metallic Gold, also during spring ’26. This is an addition to other previously leaked styles including a denim pair, which was once exclusive to Bryant himself, and a Linen-accented look.
Beyond the Kobe-branded Air Force 1s, the star’s signature line will continue with a current focus on the Nike Kobe 3 Protro. The model will debut as a low-top in ’26 and is expected to receive special-edition releases throughout the year.
As of publishing, the Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Protro Pinksicle is expected to be released next spring for a retail price of $150. The sneaker’s style code is HV9409-100. This story will be updated with any changes or new developments.
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