adidas Originals x Pokémon – Rayquaza Sneakers

adidas Originals x Pokémon Adistar Control 5 in the Rayquaza variant is one of the standout releases from the collection celebrating Pokémon's 30th anniversary, and the sneakers in Core Black/Collegiate Green have now landed in Footshop's offer on promotion.

Adistar Control 5 – Archival adidas Silhouette in a New Take

Adistar is an adidas performance footwear line dating back to the 90s, known for its stabilizing training construction. The Control 5 model brings back that archival DNA in the form of a lifestyle sneaker, this time in a limited collaboration with Pokémon.

Rayquaza in adidas x Pokémon – Where the Green-Black Motif Comes From

The Core Black/Collegiate Green/Core Black colorway nods to Rayquaza, the legendary dragon-type Pokémon from the third generation of games. The green mesh upper contrasts with black synthetic overlays, while yellow and red accents complete the signature palette. A Poké Ball patch appears on the laces and insole, highlighting its place in the collection.

How to Choose the Right Size for adidas Originals x Pokémon Adistar Control 5

Sizing ranges from 36 2/3 up to 48, covering nearly the full universal range – this sneaker is aimed at a broad audience of brand fans, without separate women's and men's versions. When selecting the exact size, it's best to refer to the size chart available in the store, as the manufacturer doesn't provide separate guidance on the fit of this model.

What to Wear with Sneakers from the Pokémon 30th Anniversary Collection

The bold green-black colorway works well in casual, streetwear-inspired outfits – tracksuits, simple jeans, or shorts. It's primarily a proposition for collectors of limited drops and gamers for whom Rayquaza is a recognizable symbol.

adidas x Pokémon Adistar Control 5 Rayquaza Specs

• Material: mesh upper with synthetic overlays
• Fit: lace-up, stabilizing Control construction
• Details: Poké Ball patch on laces and insole, yellow-red accents
• Colorway: Core Black/Collegiate Green/Core Black
• Style code: KI8179

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Frequently Asked Questions about adidas Originals x Pokémon Adistar Control 5

Are adidas Originals x Pokémon Adistar Control 5 unisex? Yes, sizing goes up to 48, so the model is treated as universal, without division into women's and men's.

What are the adidas x Pokémon Rayquaza sneakers made of? The upper is primarily mesh with black synthetic overlays, finished off with yellow-red details.

Where does the Rayquaza name come from in this colorway? It's a nod to the legendary dragon Pokémon from the third generation of games, whose colors are reflected in the green-black upper.