words // Brandon Richard
Taking a new approach to the theme, the "China" LeBron 9 concentrates on blue, known to be the hottest part of the flame. That flame is emitted from the mouth of a fire-breathing lion, an animal that plays an integral part of the design and marketing of the LeBron brand.
The tongue of the "China" LeBron 9 features a Chinese Stone Lion graphic, similar to the lion we saw used on the LeBron 8 V/2. Orange accents the Swoosh, LeBron logo and heel pull-tab, which features additional flame detailing. Speckle print appears throughout the midsole, which sits atop a light blue 180-Max Air bag and translucent rubber outsole to finish off the look.
Retailers in China currently have these slated to drop on October 3rd. No word on a potential stateside release yet, but we'll keep you posted here at Sole Collector.
via h-leung
