An original, recoded. adidas Originals brings back the ADISTAR CONTROL 5, reworking its running performance DNA for today’s streetwear landscape.

First introduced in the late 1970s as a lightweight track spike built strictly for competition, the ADISTAR evolved over time. By the 2000s, the line had expanded to meet the growing demand for well-cushioned long-distance running shoes, designed for marathoners and ultra runners alike.

In 2008, the ADISTAR CONTROL 5 marked the next chapter. Originally engineered for road stability, it featured advanced FORMOTION technology and quickly became a Y2K performance icon. Now, the ADISTAR CONTROL 5 returns in an updated form for a new generation.

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Based on its performance DNA yet firmly rooted in the present, the re-released ADISTAR CONTROL 5 pairs a durable rubber outsole with metallic overlays and a breathable mesh upper.

Moving beyond retro nostalgia, it brings functional technology back to the street: A FORMOTION heel unit enhances stability, while an ADIPRENE+ midsole and a midfoot torsion bar deliver a high level of cushioning.

The look is finished with the iconic open mesh, wrapped in Y2K-inspired silver metallic overlays.

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The adidas ADISTAR CONTROL 5 will be available at the following retailers: 43einhalb, AFEW Store, Asphaltgold, brooklyn, HHV, Schrittmacher, SneakerTwins and SUPPA.

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Photos via adidas