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# Stark Running Sneaker Colorways
adidas Prepares for Marathon Season with the Sonic Ink Design

By Amy Duong | Published 2021-08-27 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-ink
References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/8/adidas-adizero-adios-2-boston-prime-x-sonic-ink)

[adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takumi-sen-10) introduces a brand new tonal iteration of the [ADIZERO sneaker model](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adizero-evo-sl) with the unveiling of the Sonic Ink colorway for the season. It is the latest to join the ongoing ADIZERO line and prepares for [marathon season](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marathon-majors) just around the corner. It features the ADIOS PRO 2, the ADIZERO BOSTON 10, and complete with the ADIRZERO PRIME X sneaker model.

The range is full of performance elements, including lightweight components informed by the carbon-infused midsole foundation, mesh upperes, and the Continental rubber outsole for traction during running. The colorway is inspired by the brand's running history. The capsule will be worn by athletes running all distances including 5k, 10k, half marathons, and full marathons.

Image Credit: adidas

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.6/10
- Popularity: 22% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 10%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Tonal Iterations in Athletic Footwear Design:** Design more variations for athletic footwear with a tonal colorway feature.
- **Lightweight Components in Running Sneaker Models:** Introduce materials with lighter weight properties in running sneaker designs.
- **Brand-inspired Colorways in Athletic Footwear:** Create new colorways in athletic footwear inspired by brand history.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Sportswear and Athletic Footwear:** Innovate designs in sportswear and athletic footwear with lightweight materials and tonal colorway options.
- **Marathon Planning and Preparation:** Develop products and services catering to marathon runners with features that boost performance like the Adidas Sonic Ink sneakers.
- **Fashion Retail and E-commerce:** Include brand-inspired colorways and new sneaker designs in athletic footwear collections to boost sales in fashion retail.

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