Not too long ago we showed you leaked images of the next adidas basketball sneaker, the adidas Crazy Explosive.

Today we take a look at the new silhouette in two different PE colorways that have been created for rising star Andrew Wiggins of the Minnesota Timberwolves. The adidas Crazy Explosive features a Primeknit upper and comes in a high top build. Other details include a unique lacing system that spreads down to the side panels, Flywire-like cables for added support and a lock-down fit, and a Boost midsole. Take a look at these Home and Away colorways for Andrew Wiggins and let us know your thoughts on the silhouette. Are you a fan?

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Author’s Take

At first glance these look really weird. The lacing system is too wide for my liking and the silhouette is also too high. It kind of looks like a boxing shoe.

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Here’s something you don’t see every day. An adidas NMD with a printed upper. We’re so used to seeing a solid look on the upper, that seeing the shoe in this light ends up giving the model a whole new look.

This particular adidas NMD Sample comes with an upper with “The Brand With the 3 Stripes” slogan written in a different number of languages. The all-Black mesh upper is offset by the White lettering placed all over the upper, as well as on the branding on the tongue and Boost midole. Black and White blocks also appear on the midsole, while the heel counter and pull tab comes in Black. The odds of these releasing to the public are slim to none, but it’s still pretty cool to stare, right?

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Fans of adidas Y-3 and specifically the Qasa High model should rejoice because there is now a new colorway of the Y-3 Qasa High.

Regarded as one of the most popular silhouettes from the Y-3 line, this new colorway of the adidas Y-3 Qasa High features a tonal grey upper that is constructed out of neoprene and a plastic eyestay lacing system. Yohji Yamamoto branding has been added on the midsole along with Y-3 branding on the heel.

Find the adidas Y-3 Qasa High in Vista Grey at select Y-3 retailers now for premium retail price of $370.

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While we recently took a look at the 4th Of July-inspired colorway of the new adidas Ultra Boost ST, we now switch gears and show you another pair that just released for the ladies.

This Ultra Boost ST takes on the traditional Primeknit upper and covers it in a couple of different shades of vibrant purple. The inner liner is also a light violet that matches up with the upper. Adding some contrast are the three stripes branding on the side panels which are done in red, the white Boost midsole and the black Continental rubber outsole.

The ladies can pick up this purple adidas Ultra Boost ST at select adidas retailers today for $180.

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Author’s Take

These would go great with a Hardwood Classics Toronto Raptors jersey (that I don’t own yet), but I’ll have to pass. It would be hard to wear these with something else.

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Back in February we got a first look at a new chocolate colorway of the highly popular adidas Ultra Boost.

We still don’t know if we’ll be seeing the unique colorway get a release date or not, but we do have more images to show you today. This Ultra Boost features a white and grey Primeknit upper with chocolate detailing on the laces,, heel counter, side panel cages, and the leather tongue. The leather hit on the tongue is a new detail that hasn?t really been seen in the past that adds a nice touch of luxury to this otherwise casual runner. Finishing things off is a white BOOST midsole and black rubber outsole.

Take a look at the newest images above of this adidas Ultra Boost and stay tuned for possible release details.

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Author’s Take

This is a beautiful colorway of the Ultra Boost and I?m sure that LOTS of fans of the silhouette would love to see it arrive at retailers. The leather detailing on the tongue is a really nice touch.

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Whether it was intentional by adidas or not, this latest colorway of the women’s Ultra Boost ST will have many of us thinking “Raptors” thanks to the similar color scheme of the original Toronto Raptors uniforms. Whether they remind you of Oliver Miller or not, few will disagree that this latest version of the Ultra Boost with extra stability (for those that actually run in them) is looking nice in its vibrant blend of purple Primeknit with bright red accents and a lighter purple inner lining. The ladies can grab their pair now at adidas Running retailers like Oneness.

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The adidas Stan Smith gets yet another new premium rendition with this latest offering dubbed the Stan Smith Leather Sock. The name comes from its one piece soft leather upper that wraps the foot with a unique construction characterized by a seamless, folded-in tongue. The all-white leather upper with lasered tongue and heel logos is accompanied by an off-white sole unit for a stylish vintage look. The Stan Smith Leather Sock is releasing worldwide today.

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Andrew Wiggins and the Minnesota Timberwolves have a lot to look forward to next season. A young core and the addition of Tom Thibodeau will make for an exciting 2016-2017 campaign and that means that adidas Hoops can be even more excited about the explosive tendencies of their young star. A. Wiggins was a proud campaigner of the adidas Crazylight Boost system for the past two seasons and next year he’ll be donning the adidas Crazy Explosive. The pair initially looks like a wrestling boot thanks to a high-arching ankle support system while breathable Primeknit holds down the upper. A Tubular-like midsole unit could even boast Boost technology on the heel for added cushion, but nothing’s been confirmed yet. Check out an alternate Wiggins PE after the break and stay tuned for more of the latest adidas basketball plans right here on Sneaker News.

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In this latest edition of Flashback to ?96 we?ll focus not on an individual shoe model or moment in sneaker history, but the introduction of an important technology that debuted during that crucial year in the sneaker universe. 1996 was the year that adidas unveiled their Feet You Wear technology, the innovative new design principle based on the concept of natural motion for a shoe that acted as an extension of the wearer?s foot. In this Flashback, we?ll take a look at the development, key early models, and the athletes associated with the birth of the Feet You Wear line in 1996, as well as its lasting impact on the sneaker industry to this day.


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Previously offered in an OG colorway, the adidas EQT Support Primeknit is treated in the timeless triple white finish just in time for summer.

As suggested, the sneaker’s composition has been revamped with the intricately knitted material to ensure more breathability throughout, as well as offering a more lightweight feel.

Further defined by a sock-like collar, the model is reinforced with tonal synthetic overlays on the heel, while the signature three stripes are subtly seen across its side panels.

This pair is suggested to debut at select adidas retailers overseas soon, but stay tuned for its availability stateside.

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Author’s Take

I like the modernized look and change of materials. You can’t go wrong with this pair and the obvious downside is keeping it clean.

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San Francisco-based Chronicled wants to put an end to the growing black market of high-quality counterfeit sneakers through the creation of encrypted smart tags. The Chronicled tags contain unique product profiles stored on an Ethereal blockchain where customers can scan them with their smart phone and register the shoe’s name, size, manufacture date, photos, and more. In honor of the new technology, Chronicled has enlisted Mache Customs to showcase the freshly minted tags with a unique “Father’s Day” collection in honor of Kanye West and his daughter North. The bespoke pairs include a militaristic take on the adidas Ultra Boost complete with a gothic font similar to that found on The Life of Pablo merchandise. North’s adidas Superstar gets overhauled with a pink base and gold compass graphics pointing north in honor of her name. Check out more photos below and stay tuned for more updates regarding Chronicle’s new authentication technology right here on Sneaker News.

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Officially introduced yesterday, more detailed official images of the new adidas Alpha Bounce in its inaugural colorway of Core Black/Iron Metallic/Clear Grey is featured once again.

The sneaker is defined by a new FORGEDMESH upper, which is essentially one layer of material with no seams and reinforced with a ribbed pattern in specific areas to provide more support and expansion. The distinctive pattern across the upper is offset against a white/translucent BOUNCE midsole unit, which offers responsive cushioning and comfort in various activities or running.

Retailing for $100, you can purchase a pair now at select adidas retailers, as well as through its online shop.

Not surprisingly, men’s sizes are now sold out, although women’s and kid’s sizing are still offered, with prices listed at $100 and $80 respectively.

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Author’s Take

I?m pretty biased towards runners and it?s no surprise that I like this silhouette. Overall, the design is pretty sleek and appealing. I?m not keen on the pattern much, but the colorway is solid. This should get a lot of attention nonetheless.

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The Primeknit construction of the adidas Superstar just got more interesting than ever with this new edition in a rainbow of colors. Yes indeed, the Superstar Primeknit goes with the forever-popular “multicolor” treatment on this latest edition, with a white-based textile upper interwoven with an array of hues for a heathered rainbow effect. Meanwhile, the silhouette is kept classic with black accents for the three stripes and heel. Arriving now at select European adidas Originals suppliers, the Superstar Primeknit “Multicolor” should show up in the US soon.

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With Father’s Day approaching, (Sunday, June 19th), Dan Gamache of Mache Custom Kicks has teamed up with San Francisco-based technology company, Chronicled, to create one-of-a-kind sneakers for Kanye West in celebration of fatherhood.

Utilizing the popular adidas Ultra Boost, the bespoke pair has been rendered in a tonal military green finish with contrasting bright orange ?KANYE WEST? detailing in a gothic font. Additionally, the distinctive cage lacing system has been reconfigured with one component to emit a more deconstructed look.

In addition, Kanye’s first-born, North, will also receive a custom pair, featuring the classic Superstar, as it sports a white/beige/pink colorway with an all-over compass print in gold.

Both kicks are equipped with a Chronicled tag that ensures its authenticity, which includes the shoe?s model name, size, date of manufacture, photos and more.

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Author’s Take

Nice set and I’m just biased towards the runner. I would consider purchasing that colorway without the custom detailing, if it ever releases.

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We have already seen the adidas Originals Superstar get hit with a Primeknit upper, but we’ve never seen anything like this before.

The iconic silhouette that was made popular by Run DMC back in the day will once again be outfitted with a Primeknit upper but this time in multicolor colorway. This Superstar has been given a white-based Primeknit upper with an array of colors all over the breathable material. Other details include black accents on the three stripes branding, heel and on the tongue branding, as well as a white rubber shell toe and midsole.

Stay tuned to Kicks On Fire for a stateside release date.

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Author’s Take

I feel like the colors aren’t strong enough on this pair of Superstars and there’s still to much white. Adidas can do a much better job in creating a “multicolor” Primeknit sneaker.

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