Latest Pickup: adidas Megaride S2 "Hi Res Blue"

Once again, I have something from the ‘retro meets tech’ category for you: the adidas Megaride S2 ‘Hi Res Blue’ – a sneaker that combines the best of the early 2000s with modern lifestyle vibes. When I first tried it on, it was immediately clear: adidas has reinterpreted a real highlight from its archives. The upper material alone attracts attention with its futuristic construction. But let's start at the beginning.

The Megaride series originally dates back to the early 2000s, when adidas placed a strong focus on performance – especially in the area of running. With the introduction of technologies such as Adiprene and Megaride Cushioning, the aim was to guarantee maximum energy return with a high level of comfort. At the time, the Megaride S2 was a kind of hybrid between a running shoe and a lifestyle shoe, and that's exactly where it picks up again now.

In 2024, the model is making a comeback: more modern and technical, but with the clear design elements of that era. Keywords: footballcore and Y2K renaissance.

It fits perfectly into the current fashion trend: tech aesthetics meets retro vibes. While Nike is back on the scene with models such as Shox and Zoom Spiridon, adidas is bringing back the ‘futuristic running design’. And that goes down particularly well with sneakerheads who celebrate the current football and rave-inspired look.

The mix of performance heritage and stylish everyday fit appeals to a target group that is looking for both functionality and aesthetics. Exactly my thing.

The ‘Hi Res Blue’ colourway brings real power to the streets. The blue-violet mesh upper is covered by a shiny black cage, which not only looks good but also gives the foot real structure. Add to that the zip over the laces, which perfectly completes the 2000s vibe. Anyone who used to love Torsion or Climacool models will recognise this look immediately.

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The shoe fits snugly on the foot, but thanks to the padded tongue and breathable upper material, it remains comfortable even after several hours of wear.

The adidas Megaride S2 ‘Hi Res Blue’ is a successful reinterpretation of an underdog archive sneaker. It has everything that is currently in demand: tech vibes, colour blocking, performance details and yet it is still absolutely street-ready.

Size tip: True to size fits me perfectly. However, those with wider feet should go up half a size – mainly because of the tight-fitting overlay and zip.

The sneaker is currently available at Foot Locker for €160. Click here to go directly to the product: