Basically, from what I’m gathering from the depths of Reddit (r/KobeReps is your bible, seriously), S2 seems to be a decent, like, *mid-tier* rep option. Think of it as, not the absolute creme de la creme, but definitely not the stuff you find rotting in the back of a sketchy warehouse either. It’s the “good enough” zone for a lot of folks. I mean, who wants to drop a grand on real Kobe’s to play ball in? Not me, man.
You see mentions of S2 particularly when discussing the Kobe 6 and, to a lesser extent, the Kobe 8. Specifically, that ‘What The Kobe’ 8, which honestly, is a wild design. I mean, Nike was on somethin’ back then. The S2 versions of these seem to be popular for the price point. You can find them for like, $100ish? That’s way better than the resale prices I see for authentic ones.
Now, the real question is, *how* good are they *really*? Well, that’s where it gets muddy. Some people swear by them, saying the performance is surprisingly solid. Others are like, “Nah, the traction is kinda sus,” or “the materials feel a bit off.” Honestly, it probably depends on the specific shoe, the batch within the S2 production, and your expectations, right?
Think of it this way: If you’re expecting 1:1 perfection, you’re gonna be disappointed. But if you’re just looking for a decent hoop shoe that looks the part, and you don’t wanna break the bank, S2 *might* be worth a look. Key word: *might*. Do your research! That r/KobeReps community is your friend. Search for reviews, compare photos, and, honestly, take everything with a grain of salt. People have different opinions and standards.
And let’s be real, sometimes you just want that Kobe aesthetic, you know? Those Kobe 6 EYBL joints are just *chef’s kiss*. S2 probably gets you close enough for flexing on the court without feeling like you’re playing in cardboard boxes. Though, I gotta say, I saw some chatter about S2 Kobe 4 Carpe Diem and that makes me wanna cop a pair too!
Oh, and one more thing I noticed, apparently finding Weidian links for S2 and Star batches can be a pain. Just another fun obstacle in the rep game!
