The adidas Ultra 4D Gets A Stark Core Black And Carbon Colorway

adidas has spent a lot of energy throughout 2020 focused on the Ultra Boost and Superstar’s fifth and 50th anniversaries, respectively. Yet, the German sportswear behemoth has also carved out time to some of its newer propositions, with adidas 4D cushioning exploding in relevancy as of recent. In addition to limited collaborations, the cushioning has appeared on more accessible options, like the stealthy Ultra 4D pictured here.

Given its sleek shape, Primeknit upper and future-thinking tooling, the low-top runner is always in demand in a “Core Black” makeup. Pharrell Williams and other partners have added tonal arrangements to the Three Stripes’ BOOST lineup, but the brand has done it on its own, too. For its styling of the latest Ultra 4D, adidas has applied the darkest shades of black onto the 3D-printed cushioning, plastic components along the profiles, and knit construction on the tongue and forefoot. Real estate in-between indulges in a lighter “Carbon” tone that delivers some personality to the otherwise understated pair. Data-driven tread underfoot follows suit in the faded “Core Black” hue, but still contributes to the sneakers’ techwear aesthetic.

Enjoy official images of the next Ultra 4D here below, and find pairs launching on December 12th for $220 USD.

For more from the Three Stripes, check out the adidas Gazelle by Noah.