# Futuristic Sole Running Shoes Raf Simons and adidas Unveil the RS Detroit Runner Sneakers By Amy Duong | Published 2018-09-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rs-detroit-runner References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/adidas-by-raf-simons-rs-detroit-runner-fw18-release-date-price/) & [adidas](https://www.adidas.com/us) The RS Detroit Runner shoes were first introduced at the [adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megaride-s2) by Raf Simons Fall/Winter 2017 show -- the silhouette is now hitting the market. The RS Detroit Runner will be available in a series of colorways, with the options of all black, beige, blue and white, grey and red, black and white, or green and pink. The sneakers' highlighting element is undoubtedly their [futuristic sole design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-unveils-climacool). It upholds the signature canvas construction across its uppers and boasts a subtle branding detail at the heel and heel tab, rubber toe cap, and is rounded out with a [tonal lacing system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-sprint). The RS Detroit Runners will be available for purchase beginning August 30th at select retailers globally and online at adidas as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Futuristic Sole Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new materials and technologies for futuristic sole designs in footwear. - **Signature Canvas Construction:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives to traditional canvas materials in shoe manufacturing. - **Tonal Lacing System:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create smart lacing systems that provide customized fit and comfort for sneakers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate technology, such as 3D printing, into the manufacturing process to create customizable and personalized sneakers. - **Materials Science:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced materials that enhance the performance, durability, and sustainability of athletic footwear. - **Fashion Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize virtual reality and augmented reality technologies to enhance the online shopping experience for sneakers, allowing customers to virtually try on and customize their footwear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Laceless Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megaride-s2.md) - [Revived Color-Accented Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adizero-evo-sl-2.md) - [Juxtaposing Dynamic Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adistar-cushion.md) - [Ultra-Plump Sleek Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aruku.md) - [Bold Vibrant Running Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takumi-sen-10.md) - [Navy Blue Collegiate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sl-72-rs.md) - [Speed-Forward Stealthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adizero-pr.md) - [Futuristic Slip-On Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-unveils-climacool.md) - [Sleek Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adizero-evo-sl.md)