Alright, so I finally got my hands on a pair of Kobe 6 “Fade to Black.” I’ve been hunting these for a while, and let me tell you, the journey was something else.
The Hunt Begins
It all started with a random Instagram post. I saw a sneakerhead I follow rocking them, and I was instantly hooked. I started digging around, checking all the usual spots – you know, the big resale sites, some smaller boutiques, even a few forums.
The problem? These things are rare. And when you find them, the prices are, well, let’s just say they’re not cheap. I spent weeks, maybe even months, just scouring the internet, comparing prices, and trying to find a pair that wasn’t completely beat up or ridiculously overpriced.
The Near Misses
There were a few close calls. I bid on a couple of auctions, got outbid at the last second – classic, right? I even messaged a few sellers directly, negotiating prices, sending offers back and forth. It felt like I was getting close, but something always fell through.
Finding “The One”
Then, one day, I stumbled across a listing on a forum I hadn’t checked in a while. The pictures looked good, the seller had solid feedback, and the price… well, it was still high, but it was the best I’d seen. I hesitated for a minute, then I pulled the trigger.
The Waiting Game
The next few days were torture. I was constantly refreshing the tracking page, waiting for them to arrive. You know that feeling when you’re waiting for something you really want? It’s the worst.
Unboxing and First Impressions
Finally, the package arrived. I ripped it open like a kid on Christmas morning. And there they were. The Kobe 6 “Fade to Black.” They looked even better in person. The details, the materials, everything was just perfect. I laced them up, walked around the house, and admired them in the mirror. Yeah, I know, I’m a nerd.
On-Court Test (and some showing off)
Of course, I had to take them to the court. I played a few pickup games, and let me tell you, they felt amazing. The grip, the support, the responsiveness – it was all there. And yeah, I might have showed them off a little bit. Can you blame me?
- Look: 10/10. The fade effect is just subtle and so classy.
- Comfort: 9/10. They’re snug, but in a good way.
- Performance: 9.5/10. Super grippy and felt locked in.
- Overall feeling:Stoked!
So, that’s my story of getting the Kobe 6 “Fade to Black”. It was a long road, but it was definitely worth it. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m going to go admire my shoes some more.
