Official
launch – January 15, 2013 in Portland, OR.
Local launch
– February 1, 2013.
“This shoe
takes the best things from my last shoe and made them even better. I’m more
comfortable and supported on the court and bringing some real serious style
too,” said Derrick Rose.
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| The new D-Rose 3.5s are out! |
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| D-Rose puts his stamp on the new flagship hoops shoe of adidas. |
Because
Rose’s game is predicated on extreme changes in direction, acceleration, and
explosiveness, the 3.5 was designed to be more supportive, comfortable, and
responsive. Compared to previous editions, the 3.5 fits even closer to the foot
for faster cuts, and it features a SPRINTWEB upper engineered specifically to
reduce weight with maximum support and breathability.
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| Cutting edge shoe tech drives the 3.5. |
Additional
performance features include an ergonomic ankle collar pocket to ensure maximum
support during hard cuts and a breathable mesh tongue to improve comfort.
SPRINTFRAME technology features an external heel counter to reduce weight and
allow for energy return and motion control.
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| SPRINTFRAME tech at its best. |
The bold
spiral overlay pattern is inspired by Derrick’s goal to tighten his game and,
functionally, it increases flexibility and provides optimum toe protection. The
synthetic leather upper features the spiral protruding from the D Rose logo on
the ankle to represent how his on and off-court success continues to grow from
the support of his family, who inspired the logo. Chicago call-outs on the
inside of the tongue showcase the essence of Rose, including a “Rooted in Chicago” graphic with lettering, colors and shapes inspired by Derrick’s tattoos
and the Chicago flag.
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| The Roses. (image from diamondiwki.wikispaces.com) |
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| Even down to the most minute detail... |
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| ...the 3.5s shine through, just like D-Rose. |
The
trademark adidas stripes are easily visible from near the sole, but even more
visible when the guy wearing the 3.5s blows by his defender, or, if he’s
anything like Rose, jumps over them.
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| adidas 3 stripes -- black on white... |
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| ...and white on black. |
The 3.5 will
be initially available in two colorways – away (black/white/red) and home
(gray/black/red) – but at least six additional editions will follow soon after.
It will retail for Php 7,995.00.
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| The new adidas D-Rose 3.5 might just be YOUR Most Valuable Shoe ever. |
MORE INFO: For more information, visit
news.adidas.com or www.facebook.com/adidasPhilippines.
PS: I would have done this for free since I
LOOOOOVE adidas, but, in the spirit of full disclosure, please keep in mind
that this is a sponsored post from adidas Philippines.
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