Nike LeBron 9 | First Look

Here’s the first detailed look at the Nike LeBron 9, release date expected around October, unless that pesky lockout adversely affects signature shoe releases. The LeBron 9, while sharing some general aesthetics with the LeBron 8, is something of a departure from past shoes in the LeBron line, most notably thanks to the emphasis on carbon fiber covering most of the rear of the shoe. In terms of technology, the 9 looks impressive so far, including a Max Air unit covering the back half of the midsole and a carbon fiber mid-foot shank on the instep. Hit the jump to check out plenty of photos of the shoe, and stick with NikeBlog for all things LeBron 9. Photos via kicks-lab.com