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adidas and James Harden Presents the Cyber Metallic Vol. 9

— January 23, 2025 — Fashion
adidas Basketball continues to grow its partnership with James Harden as the two unveil a new tonal iteration of the Vol. 9 silhouette. The shoe made its debut this week with the led colorway dubbed Cyber Metallic. The athlete has been wearing the silhouette in the past month.

The model has a sleek profile that is complete with a grid-mesh on the side for seamless ventilation. The sole unit is court-ready with BOOST and Lightstrike technology which combines a full-length Lightboost at the midsole unit as the outsole has a multidirectional traction pattern that supports quick changes in direction. Harden noted, “You can put on a fit with them and look fly at dinner or rock them on the court and drop 40."

Image Credit: Juan Ocampo, Nbae, Getty Images
Trend Themes
1. Hybrid Fashion-sport Footwear - The integration of stylish aesthetics with high-performance features blurs the line between casual wear and athletic gear.
2. Tech-infused Sole Designs - Innovative sole technology combining BOOST and Lightstrike offers enhanced performance for athletes through superior comfort and agility.
3. Ventilated Mesh Materials - The use of advanced grid-mesh materials provides improved breathability, catering to consumer demand for comfort-focused sportswear.
Industry Implications
1. Athletic Footwear - The athletic footwear industry leverages technology advancements in sole and upper material designs to appeal to performance-driven athletes.
2. Fashion-forward Sports Apparel - As consumers seek multipurpose products, the fashion-forward sports apparel industry sees a surge in demand for stylish yet functional designs.
3. Material Technology - Developments in innovative materials such as grid-mesh enhance product offerings within the material technology sector, driving new capabilities in manufacturing.
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