Just a year ago, I hated LeBron James with a passion. But now, I'll be the first to admit that he has gained my respect. Although I am still one of his biggest critics, he has showed me and the rest of the world enough of himself and his abilities to make believers out of haters.
LeBron James through the years has developed the type of maturity that can only be molded from the pain of defeat, year after agonizing year. Resiliency forged alone in the fire of hate; both internally and from the masses. And the skill - not the raw, untamed kind - but the one acquired from constant pressure and battering. LeBron has been through the very bottom of the fiery pit, all the way to the top of the world.
Nike acknowledges this journey, and so for their tenth outing they created a shoe that would reflect everything LeBron has been through and his transformation.
LeBron James’ successful 2012 continues with the introduction of the
LEBRON X shoe. Designed to the specifications of James, the shoe
combines dynamic containment, protection and responsiveness tailored to
one of the world’s most explosive players.
Inspired by the creation and beauty of a diamond, the metaphoric
comparisons run parallel to James' career. Diamonds form between the
Earth’s crust and super-heated core, where intensity changes the
structure of carbon over time. Under extreme pressure and temperature,
carbon then becomes diamonds.
Heat, time and pressure are three things James has faced, and they
act as the shoe’s inspiration. Although a refined diamond is beautiful,
it takes work to get there – it starts as a dull rock. Over time, it
gains clarity and sharpens with multiple facets.
Each colorway of the LEBRON X has a unique story. The blue diamond
colorway is symbolic of the blue tint diamonds gain from interaction
with electricity, which can be paralleled to James' electric style of
play. The cutting Jade colorway is inspired by the Chinese art of
cutting jade using diamonds. The story continues throughout the season
with multiple colorways linked to the diamond.
The LEBRON X+ is Nike’s first signature basketball shoe featuring Nike+ Basketball technology and is available in select colorways and in three versions: the fully
loaded LEBRON X+ Sport Pack – which includes the shoe and the Nike+
Sport Kit, a Nike+ Basketball enabled version with NIKE+ technology
embedded in the midsole, and a non-enabled version. The interactive
experience allows users to track in-game activity with NIKE+ enabled
shoes and later review, analyze, and share that information using the
Nike+ Basketball app.
The technical benefits also include a lock-down fit, excellent
cushioning on impact, and a lightweight feel. The very first full-length
visible Nike Zoom unit, dynamic Flywire technology, Hyperfuse
construction and Nike+ Basketball all bring the shoe to entirely new
heights.
The LEBRON X Key Technical Details are as follows:
UPPER
- Hyperfuse construction on the upper is a composite of lightweight
synthetic materials and mesh that are fused together to create a nearly
seamless, one-piece upper that is lightweight, breathable, supportive
and durable
- Flywire technology is strong yet dynamic and lightweight, providing an adaptive fit and excellent lockdown through the midfoot
- Mesh tongue and a full inner sleeve provide breathability
- Molded diamond shapes on the tongue add comfort
- Asymmetrical collar is cut higher on the medial side for support
and lower on the lateral side for enhanced flexibility and comfort
- Diamond inspired detailing on the upper celebrates the tenth anniversary of LeBron James’ partnership with Nike
MIDSOLE
- Full-length, visible Nike Zoom unit allows low-profile, maximum
cushioning with a soft and responsive feel under the entire foot
- Lightweight Phylon midsole provides ultra-lightweight cushioning and comfort
OUTSOLE
- Solid rubber outsole provides durability and traction for a variety of surfaces
- A modified herringbone pattern enhances multidirectional traction
The
LeBron X launches two colorways in Nike stores nationwide and at Nike Basketball stockists such as Titan beginning November 2,
2012, with the final colorway on December 1, 2012.
LeBron X will retail at Php
8,995.
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