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adidas Originals Introduces the Iniki Runner, a Nostalgic Model with Modern Tech

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adidas was king of the running segment back in the 70s and 80s — just ask your folks what they were wearing back then — and the brand has so many gems in the vault. For adidas Originals latest model, the brand built a modern runner with old school aesthetics: the Iniki Runner.

We reported on this silhouette back in 2016 and now, it’s ready to hit retail globally. Sitting atop a gum outsole and Boost midsole, the Iniki Runner draws from the classic runner look the Three Stripes brand has cultivated over the years. A paneled construction of two-way stretch mesh with vintage suede overlays is topped off with a shiny mesh tongue — a callback to the builds of classic runners.

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The Iniki Runner also uses a concealed sock-fit design, OrthoLite sockliner, and copper-tipped laces. My favorite details are the serrated 3-stripes at the side panels that bring together old and new.

If you’ve been waiting for this latest adidas Originals model you’ll be happy to know it releases globally on March 1. Price is still TBD, but many more build are coming after these Red and Collegiate Navy offerings.

Thoughts on this semi-retro runner? Sound off below.

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Source: adidas

15 comments
    1. Nah’, lolololol! I saw the superstars, and what they did with them isn’t a good look! On my end, I hope they begin to color the boost white. They way they use it right now, raw, over time the boost gets yellowed. Painting it white will help them last a bit longer without looking like pee.

          1. I would expect nothing less lol and for my Boost kicks it isn’t yellowing (oxidation) like you would see on a transparent Jordan XI outsole — it’s usually just dirt that slightly penetrates the outer layer of the boost. If Jason Markk doesn’t work for your pair I would use whitening toothpaste.

  1. if adidas can do this, why can’t nike and jb?

    i hope they make the adidas kobe/crazy 1 with full length boost 😀

  2. God these are the classic runners that I’ve been wanting since you guys last showed them last year! I like that navy color way but the gray pair are so clean

    1. Yes the Iniki was 3/1. Please check back to our other posts about the Iniki on the site to find out where it’s dropping. It’s also possible adidas did not include that information.

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