Are You Even a Sneakerhead If You Don't Like a Gum Sole?

Us sneakerheads are a strange bunch, we’re known to obsess over small details and additions that your average consumer wouldn’t even notice - but that’s what makes us cultured, right? If you talk to anyone who has a distinct love for footwear, they’ll no doubt be able to point out several factors that always pique their interest when it comes to a specific pair of kicks, and one universal love seems to be the humble gum sole. An addition that can turn a regular-looking pair into straight flames, the brown-hued midsole remains a firm-favourite across the sneaker scene.

While it’s a rare addition across plenty of silhouettes, adidas in particular has always shown a penchant for the gum sole, so let’s take a look at some of the best offerings available right now. If you’re yet to own a gum-soled pair of kicks, then your rotation can surely be upgraded by getting your hands on one of the pairs below, so be sure to check them out as well as the full range of sneakers available at adidas right now!

First up comes a classic in the form of the adidas Samba. Currently experiencing widespread revival, the silhouette has been seen on the feet of countless celebrities and influencers as it rides the wave of the blokecore trend, with no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Decked out in a classic black and grey colour scheme accentuated with white 3-Stripes branding, the kicks are neatly finished with a gum sole, drawing the design to a clean close. What’s more, this pair is actually vegan-friendly, meaning no animals were harmed in the making of these sneakers!

Another undeniably casual pair follows suit in our list with the adidas Gazelle. First introduced to the market in 1966 and intended to act as an all-round training shoe, the pair has become a firm favourite for sneakerheads ever since, and has been seen in a plethora of colourways throughout the years. Decked out in “Shadow Olive” here, much of the kicks are presented in the deep green hue, while yellow accents break up the look and create depth. Trefoil branding is present on the tongues and heels, while the gum sole rounds off the design, making these a rotation staple in their own right.

Last but by no means at all least, a modern icon appears in our list in the form of the adidas Busenitz Vulcanised 2.0. As Dennis Busenitz’s signature sneakers, the pair are designed with the high-impact sport of skateboarding in mind, and as a result offer all the comfort, support and cushioning one might need as part of their design. Key details include Adituff toe reinforcement, an Adiprene sockliner and Geoflex outsoles. Rounded off with a grey-ish gum rubber midsole, you don’t have to be a skater to pull these beauties off.