Some sneakers arrive quietly. Others carry history with them. This latest adidas collaboration belongs firmly in the second group, blending sport, music, and culture into a silhouette rooted in the brand’s early running era.
Storytelling takes priority over excessive branding on the Bob Marley x adidas SL 72. Black suede on the upper is contrasted by patterned textile overlays as the side panels of the shoe. Themes of red and green graphics animate around the silhouette. Bold colourways directly reference Marley’s Jamaican roots and Rastafarian culture tastefully.
Contrast carries the visual weight. Yellow leather Three Stripes and tongue tag break up the darkness while a cream midsole with a slim red stripe highlights adidas’ archival inspirations on the SL 72. Classic sawtooth rubber outsole mimics the vintage runner that the silhouette was based on.
Built with balance in mind, the design lets details speak. Gold “SL 72” branding, co-branded insoles, and extra green and yellow laces add depth. Most telling is the tongue tag reading “Football Is Religion,” tying together belief, movement, and community.
The Bob Marley x adidas SL 72 releases February 13, 2026, via adidas.com and select retailers, priced at $130.
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Bob Marley x adidas SL 72
Color: Core Black/Yellow-Red
Style Code: KJ4476
Release Date: February 13, 2026
Price: $130
