Matt Varga Grace Wales Bonner is without question adidas’ foremost partner, playing a major role in catapulting the Samba to the forefront of streetwear culture with an expansive catalog of collaborations. In recent times, her and the brand bearing her name have branched out from just that lifestyle silo, expanding to models like the SL 72 as their collective output has grown. Now, the two partners are taking their biggest step yet, reaching into the backlog to revive an archival track model, the adidas adios Neftenga.
This marks the model’s first public release, earning a legendary reputation among runners and Three Stripes devotees by propelling Ethiopian marathon runner Haile Gebrselassie to a then-record 2:03:59 finish in Berlin. From a brand standpoint, the adios Neftenga marked the beginning of their adizero line, having now spawned super shoes like the adios Pro Evo 1 and boosted runners to further records & gold medals.
Wales Bonner embarks on a true retro of the Neftenga, reprising the original look and specs with just a few minor tweaks. Customary co-branding details make their way onto the tongue and the insole, but otherwise, OG 2008 hardware like an ultra lightweight build and Adiprene cushioning in the midsole remain.
The Confirmed draw for the Wales Bonner adidas adios Neftenga is open now through September 12 at 9:30 AM EDT, with a WalesBonner.com drop expected that same day. Retail is set at $220 through either channel. Catch official images included just below.
