Andrew Rizzo Yesterday’s footwear innovations are now powering some of today’s foremost lifestyle offerings, from Nike Shox to New Balance ABZORB to adidas Megaride and more, part of the larger movement that’s brought 2000s and 2010s aesthetics into the lifestyle realm. Here we have the return of one of adidas’ quirkiest toolings, the Three Stripes reviving the Springblade with a three style pack by Rick Owens.
The adidas Springblade launched in 2013, designed to give runners explosive energy with an unequivocally unique platform consisting of 16 separate polymer blades that compress and release energy. The shoe, which took six years to develop, took inspiration from how poles bend when an athlete vaults, as well as the suspension of a motorcycle’s back tire. It was very recognizable yet very short lived, quickly overshadowed by the arrival of Boost cushioning that very same year.
Now a decade and change later, the Springblade is back by the hands of one of adidas’ most well-known creative partners. Rick Owens revives the original silhouette in clean black and white colorways featuring leather and canvas uppers with fabric stripes, but the real standout is a brand new boot with a massive gaiter-like upper. All things considered, very avant-garde all the way through.
The Rick Owens x adidas Springblade pack drops November 17th via adidas CONFIRMED and select retailers. The runners come in at $590 a pop, while the boot stands taller at $850. Check out official images of all three styles below if you’re considering copping.
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Mens Rick Owens x adidas Springblade Boot
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Mens Rick Owens x adidas Springblade Runner
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Mens Rick Owens x adidas Springblade Runner
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