No, This Isn’t A Salomon – It’s The adidas Adistar Raven

adidas is poised to have a stellar 2024. Its CEO Bjørn Gulden issued a warning to competitors – in particular Nike – recently, claiming that the Three Stripes had a lot in the pipeline.

Although most of its plans for the new year are under wraps, adidas is expected to reissue the Adistar Raven 3, a trail-ready sneaker from the 2010s.

adidas Running has made record-setting strides over the last two years. The Adizero family of products continues to deliver the pinnacle of the Three Stripes’ performance-running engineering, but the brand has also repackaged some of its old designs for lifestyle use.

The Adistar Cushion, for example, brings an aesthetic from 2005 to modern audiences. Similarly, the Adistar Raven 3 is expected to offer consumers a more rugged, retro style to consumers in 2024 – especially those who champion Salomon Sportstyle.

Dover Street Market x Salomon ACS Pro | Image: DSM

In the last four years, the French institution has exploded in popularity thanks to its XT-6 silhouette. Although the model was developed and launched for trail running, Salomon’s designs have found a home in footwear rotations of countless city-dwellers.

Styles like the ACS PRO were developed intentionally for this audience, one that adidas has only flirted with via the Hyperturf Adventure and similar offerings.

The Adistar Raven line delivers a much more streamlined look and promises some of the brand’s reliable performance technologies.

adidas (likely) won’t flat-out share that its reissue of the long-overshadowed trail sneaker is a direct response to Salomon’s success – a company it owned between 1997 and 2005 – but the similarities in design are too close for the sake of coincidence.

According to known sneaker leakers, the adidas Adistar Raven will return in a “Metallic Silver/Core Black/Cloud White” color scheme sometime in 2024.

The model will likely not feature any modifications to its build, keeping things intact for savvy and new audiences alike.

Dethroning Salomon in this segment of the market won’t be an easy task, but Gulden and the rest of the German sportswear behemoth seems up for the challenge.

Whenever the shoe returns to adidas.com, the public will inform them of how they’ve done.

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    Official Release Date for the Jordan Tatum 3 “Zen”

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    The Boston Celtics’ season is unfolding just as they had envisioned, with only one loss to report and a striking 30 points per game average from their star player, Jayson Tatum.

    After a more eventful off-season than what championship teams typically endure, Tatum and his Boston teammates have skillfully tuned out distractions, staying focused on their goal of repeating their success early in the season. In line with this theme, the upcoming #0 Jordan Tatum 3 is about to launch a “Zen” colorway that embodies this same sense of tranquility.

    The motif of serenity has been a consistent element in Jayson Tatum’s sneaker line, especially highlighted by the “Vortex” version of the Tatum 2, which explicitly connects to this theme: our previous coverage noted that the design reflects Tatum’s calm demeanor, reminiscent of the peacefulness found in a vortex above water.

    While this new model opts for a more subdued color palette, its execution remains true to that original concept; the graceful cut-outs in the upper design resemble calm waters, serving as a guiding inspiration throughout Tatum’s signature collection.

    As mentioned earlier, the Jordan Tatum 3 “Zen” is set to launch on November 14th via Nike.com, available in sizes for the whole family. The adult versions will be priced at $125.

    For a closer look at this appealing colorway, check out the official images below, and make sure to keep an eye on our Sneakers page for updates.


    Jordan Tatum 3 “Zen”

    SKU: FZ6598-001

    RETAIL PRICE: $125

    RELEASE DATE: Nov 14, 2024

    Jordan Tatum 3 “Zen” (Images via: Nike)

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    Jason Kelce’s Field Goal Attempt In Timberlands Will End In A $100,000 Donation

    This Saturday, November 2nd, Jason Kelce will take on a field goal challenge while wearing Wheat Timbs during the ESPN College GameDay broadcast of the highly anticipated Penn State vs. Ohio State matchup. The idea for this challenge originated when college student Daniel Villasenor successfully kicked a field goal in Vans checkerboard slip-ons, winning an impressive $100,000 earlier in October.

    Initially discussed on the Kelce brothers’ New Heights podcast with special guest Pat McAfee, this lighthearted challenge quickly evolved into a real event. The NFL legend, Jason Kelce, is set to attempt scoring three points while donning the famous Wheat Timberlands.

    In an exciting twist, VF Corp — the parent company of both Vans and Timberland — has stepped in with a generous $100,000 commitment to the charity Soles4Souls, aimed at supporting hurricane relief efforts. Fortunately for Jason, VF Corp has assured that the funds will be donated regardless of whether his kick is successful or not.

    Make sure to tune in to ESPN College GameDay on November 2nd, 2024, to witness this unique field goal attempt for yourself!

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    Notre and Vans Collaborate For the Rowley XLT “Linen”

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    The highly anticipated Notre x Vans Rowley XLT “Linen” is set to drop on November 15, 2024, exclusively at Notre and its flagship location.

    Be sure to check HQZ’s Sneakers page to stay updated on the latest happenings and drops in the sneaker world.


    Notre x Vans Rowley XLT “Linen”

    Colorway: Linen/Silver
    Style #: VN000D1GDPB1
    Release Date: November 15, 2024
    Price: $165

    Notre x Vans Rowley XLT “Linen”

    Notre x Vans Rowley XLT “Linen” VN000D1GDPB1 (Images via: @oscar_castillo/Instagram)

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