# Western Tech Sneakers
DIOS x adidas Originals Megaride 01 Blends Houston Culture with Heritage

By Amy Duong | Published 2026-08-18 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dios-x-adidas-originals
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The DIOS x adidas Originals Megaride 01 reinterprets the performance sneaker through references to Texas cowboy boot craftsmanship and Houston automotive culture. Finished in a monochromatic Core Black leather upper, the collaboration emphasizes texture over color with embossed floral panels, snakeskin-inspired heel detailing and an Old English "DIOS Did It Ourselves" toecap.

There is also a silver zip closure that replaces traditional lacing, while a skeletal praying hands zipper pull and custom heel graphics featuring a serpent emblem and praying skeleton hands reinforce the label's visual identity. Contrast stitching and subtle embossed details further reference handcrafted Western footwear.

The sneaker builds on adidas' Megaride platform with a metallic silver heel cushioning unit inspired by chrome automotive finishes. Inside, a rope-patterned footbed contrasts with the understated exterior, accented by a pink adidas logo.

Image Credit: adidas, DIOS