Anta Kai 3 - The Talented Horse

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Anta KAI 3 – The Talented Horse
Inspired by the Chinese Lunar Year of the Horse, this colorway is named “The Talented Horse” to channel speed, power and cultural self-confidence. Designed to introduce Chinese iconography to fans worldwide, it stresses accessibility and cultural resonance. Gradient lines on the upper, horse-hair-textured tongue and coin-pattern charm piece together a visual narrative of “the hero mounted on a fine steed,” deepening cultural identification. The shoe is finished in white-to-pale-blue with red-and-gold accents and a traditional horse-shape trinket that wishes every wearer a smooth new year.

Performance tech at a glance
Midsole innovation
Nitro-Carbon Unity: for the first time a full-length carbon plate is fused inside a NitroEdge foam midsole, creating a composite “plate + nitrogen” structure that delivers both torsional rigidity and responsive cushioning.
Geometry tuned: a wider midsole footprint boosts stability while a softer, bouncier feel caters to Kyrie’s preference for plush impact protection.

Upper & lockdown
Materials upgraded: suede-touch mesh backed with heat-welded overlays balances breathability and durability; leather edging around the collar reinforces ankle support.
Lock-in fit: dual-row eyelets and a quick-pull lacing system team up with an external heel counter and memory-foam padding for dynamic containment.

Outsole & traction
Wrap-around tread: the pattern climbs onto the lateral wall, forming 360° grip that sharpens hard stops and direction changes.
Hidden detail: the exposed carbon rim is etched with “THIS BILLION DOLLAR DREAM,” echoing Kyrie’s journey from backyard workouts to NBA stardom.

Brand: Anta
Name: Anta Kai 3 - The Talented Horse
SKU: Main Item Number 112621102-3
Main colors: white, blue, pink
Release date: January 17, 2021
Toe style: Round toe
Heel type: Thick sole
Upper height: Low upper
Functionality: Shock absorption, wear resistance
Style: Practical Combat
Auxiliary colors: red, gold
Applicable seasons: spring, summer, autumn, winter
Closing method: Lacing
Shoe weight (approximately) :390g