Nike Zoom Kobe 6 Protro 'Mambacita Sweet Sixteen'

Reviewer Maureen E O'connor

I have 10+ pairs of Cole Haan shoes and they're all great, but these are the most comfortable out of all of them.

Reviewer Hand

I bought these specifically for cycling with old fashioned toe clips, because I'm weird and I like to know about history and experience things. They were advertised as 10.5US, they are 44eu instead of 45 eu - meaning they "run small", and it's a small 44. I still fit in them, even if they are a tad tight and have been using them with an old peugeot PH11 with the original triangular pedals from the mid 1980's - that style inspired the Look system of "clipless" pedals famously introduced by Greg Lamond in the famous tour pursuit of the badger. Mostly, I just want to pursue coffee and sunshine.

I think these might be the best shoes you can currently buy for use with cycling toe-clips, without spending a fortune or getting shoes that are 20 years old and falling apart. If you're more accustomed to swing out clipless systems such as Look, CrankBros, or Spd, you will recognize immediately that toe clips are far inferior - it took me a few miles to stop yanking my foot out of the back as I tried to sweep through the bottom of my pedal stroke, and it's hard to remember to loosen the strap when coming to a stop. These Puma shoes are very similar to the old sidi shoes that used to be common in cycling, except there's really no stiffness at the end of the toes, and I could tell that I would get a blister on my big toe as a result, so I must meditate on rule 5 of the Velominati prior to using them. I wouldn't be surprised to learn that Puma took this shoe design from an old cycling shoe, the laces are shifted to the outside of the shoe and are easy to keep away from the cranks, while the foot bottom is as stiff as any modern cycling shoe. I think it would be hell to walk around in and I really can't comment on their utility as driving shoes.

The ferrari symbol is a regrettable attribute, as my place in society (AKA not a billionaire) would dictate that anyone wearing such driving shoes while tooling around in their ferrari not only has more money than sense, but likely has additional baggage that (fingers crossed) allows me to feel morally superior; which would make up for being hugely outclassed, financially. It's a kind of 99%'ers sour grapes, you know? If you are this person, please feel free to leave me validating comments about the woes in your otherwise blessed life. Mo-money mo problems?

Reviewer Wes Henson

Couple of years ago I purchased a pair of Skechers slip-ons and though I wore them everyday, they were dangerous. They would slip off, they provided no support, and countless times I came close to turning an ankle...still I wore them for several years. I decided enough was enough and I gambled on these slip ons, and LOVE THEM. They fit perfectly (size 13 narrow foot), they provide decent support and generous cushion. They are super comfortable and are very stable. I would not run in them, but they are great for all casual situations...even wore them to church when I was feeling really casual.

Reviewer Leonard Cain

Comfortable and durable. I recommend these shoes.

Reviewer Judy Juricek

Great shoe, It just was a little big.

Reviewer Anthony Bailey

They fit well and are very comfortable. They look fantastic with shorts!!

Reviewer Daniel T Nichols

The gray and white look tight.

Reviewer Emily Davies

these run narrow

Reviewer Stormtrooper49

These "classic" shoes comes in a variety of color combinations. But the main thing about them is how comfortable they are. Thick "cushy" sole. . . Nice padding both on the footbed and around the ankle. Nice non-skid tread. Nice pull-on tab in the back. There's lots to like about these shoes. . . . Especially if you can get them on the current lower-end of the price range.

Reviewer Bonnie Lass

These shoes have a weight of 13.61oz so they are quite heavy, as sneakers go. That’s because the sole is made of rubber and not plastic like the ultra lightweight shoes are. The upper portion is canvas. There is firm padding on the footbed and nice arch support. There is firm padding around the ankle. These are slip on shoes have a loop in the back to make putting them on easier.

These shoes are made in China. At the current price of ninety-five bucks they are well over twice the price they should be. But overall I like them.