adidas Handball Spezial Light Blue

The adidas Handball Spezial was first introduced in 1979 as the top footwear option for the best handball players. More than three decades later the Three Stripes brought a classic back from the archive as a lifestyle icon. They may have been intended for handball, but their versatility as a casual shoe makes them truly special.

It was during the 80s where the Handball Spezial took on a whole new identity in fashion. The rise of the Casual Culture in English Football also signalled the rise in popularity of the low-cut shoe.

Made with Nubuck suede, this particular Handball Spezial colourway sports a combination of Light Blue and White. Light Blue pigskin nubuck dominates the entire upper of the shoe. While the white synthetic leather panels on the heel tab, tongue, and three stripes go along with the gold-foiled lettering that spells ‘SPEZIAL’ to complete the rest of the upper.

A thick rubber cupsole made with gum rubber provides a low-profile ride that allowed handball players to get maximum court feel during the game. The source of cushioning is found inside the shoe where an Ortholite sockliner provides the step-in comfort and great cushioning to keep you comfortable for most activities.

Looking on the outsole, adidas continue to keep things interesting with two different patterns on the heel and forefoot. The heel features multiple trefoil brand logos that mimic a herringbone pattern. A circular suction cup can also be seen on the heel to increase court grip. On the forefoot, criss-cross lines and three circular suction cups are strategically placed to increase traction. A tried and tested concentric pattern on the ball of the foot completes the outsole.

Own a piece of Three Stripes history when you purchase the adidas Handball Spezial Light Blue/Cloud White/Gum.

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Made with Nubuck suede, this particular Handball Spezial colourway sports a combination of Light Blue and White. Light Blue pigskin nubuck dominates the entire upper of the shoe. While the white synthetic leather panels on the heel tab, tongue, and three stripes go along with the gold-foiled lettering that spells ‘SPEZIAL’ to complete the rest of the upper.

A thick rubber cupsole made with gum rubber provides a low-profile ride that allowed handball players to get maximum court feel during the game. The source of cushioning is found inside the shoe where an Ortholite sockliner provides the step-in comfort and great cushioning to keep you comfortable for most activities.

Looking on the outsole, adidas continue to keep things interesting with two different patterns on the heel and forefoot. The heel features multiple trefoil brand logos that mimic a herringbone pattern. A circular suction cup can also be seen on the heel to increase court grip. On the forefoot, criss-cross lines and three circular suction cups are strategically placed to increase traction. A tried and tested concentric pattern on the ball of the foot completes the outsole.

Own a piece of Three Stripes history when you purchase the adidas Handball Spezial Light Blue/Cloud White/Gum.

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