With the Adistar Control 5, adidas revisits a running icon from the early 2000s — a design defined by innovation and technical precision.

Today, its functional DNA evolves into a modern expression that connects performance heritage with contemporary style.

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The Engineered Mesh Upper offers lightness and breathability, while metallic silver accents and the iconic 3-Stripes capture the unmistakable aesthetic of the early 2000s. It feels like an homage to the golden age of performance design — when running shoes still looked unapologetically technical.

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In the midsole, classic EVA meets AdiPRENE cushioning in the forefoot — a combination that already delivered comfort and a dynamic ride in the original model.

It’s paired with the distinctive stability concept known as Pro-Moderator, ensuring support and control with every step. A durable rubber outsole completes the technical look.

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adidas Adistar Control 5

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What makes the Adistar Control 5 special today is its timeless appeal. It carries the performance DNA of the 2000s into the present — authentic yet reinterpreted for a contemporary audience.

With its voluminous silhouette and metallic accents, it blends seamlessly into today’s retro-running landscape while celebrating the spirit of innovation that defined performance footwear of that era.

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The adidas Adistar Control 5 arrives in several colorways, carrying the technical DNA of the 2000s into a modern context — bridging performance, street, and everyday style.

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The adidas Adistar Control 5 is available in various color combinations at AFEW Store.

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Photos via AFEW