adidas during the French Days

Football: Predator, F50 and Copa, three philosophies

The adidas boots are divided into three families. The Predator, created by former Liverpool player Craig Johnston and launched in 1994, popularised rubber textures on the upper to create spin on the ball. The F50 is all about speed with a lightweight upper and reduced weight, designed for players who attack space. The Copa, descendant of the Copa Mundial released in 1979, focuses on soft leather and quality ball touch. Each model is available in FG for dry natural ground, AG or TF for synthetic surfaces, and IN for indoor, making it essential to know your pitch before choosing.

The other brands

The French Days brands are also available:

• adidas Originals, the lifestyle line with the trefoil.
• Nike.
• Puma.
• Hummel.
• Kempa.

All brands are gathered on the brands page.

Running: Adizero for speed, Supernova for the kilometres

In running, adidas separates speed from training. The Adizero range brings together lightweight and responsive shoes: Haile Gebreselassie broke the world marathon record in Berlin in 2008 wearing Adizeros, and the Adios Pro now combines carbon uppers with Lightstrike Pro foam. The Supernova range, more cushioned and stable, supports daily runs and runners preparing for their first races. The Boost foam, launched in 2013 with its expanded beads, has made history for the brand with its energy return and still features in iconic models like the Ultraboost.

Terrex for outdoors, Stabil for indoors

The Terrex range includes outdoor shoes and clothing: the Agravic for trail running, with a Continental rubber sole that grips on wet rock, the Tracefinder for starting on trails, and waterproof hiking models. Indoors, adidas outfits handball players with the Stabil, known for its lateral support during pivots and landings, and basketball players with signature shoes, like those of Anthony Edwards or Donovan Mitchell. Their non-marking rubber soles protect the floors, and the upper can be chosen as high or low depending on the ankle support needed and the position played.

Tracksuits and training textiles with three stripes

The adidas textiles rely on in-house technologies. Aeroready refers to the fabrics that absorb sweat and dry quickly, for training t-shirts and shorts; Climacool and Climaproof provide ventilation and rain protection, respectively, particularly in the Terrex range. Tracksuits feature the three stripes on the sleeves and legs, faithful to the brand's original tracksuit jacket released in 1967. For sizes, each item details whether it's a slim, standard or loose fit: a compression top is meant to fit close to the body, while a training jacket is true to size.

Frequently asked questions

Where does the name adidas come from?

The name combines the founder's nickname, Adi, with the first letters of his last name, Dassler. Adolf Dassler registered the brand in 1949 in Herzogenaurach, Bavaria, where its headquarters still are.

Which adidas should I choose for a marathon?

To target a time, the Adizero Adios Pro, with carbon uppers, is designed for competition. To finish your first race comfortably, a cushioned model from the Supernova range will ease the strain over forty-two kilometres.

What’s the difference between adidas and adidas Originals?

The performance line, marked by the three angled stripes, is designed for sports use. adidas Originals, recognizable by the trefoil, reissues archive models like the Samba or the Superstar for everyday wear.

How do adidas boots fit?

adidas boots generally fit true to size, with a snug fit on speed models like the F50. Wider feet find more comfort in the Copa, which leather stretches slightly over matches.

Which adidas shoe for hiking?

The Terrex range offers low or high hiking shoes, often featuring a waterproof membrane and a Continental sole. The high models provide better ankle support when carrying a pack on uneven terrain.