The Metropolitan x adidas Skateboarding ZX 8000 "Drift Culture" is Inspired by '90s Drift Racers

To celebrate the impressive legacy left behind by the drift racing culture of the 1990s, adidas Skateboarding has joined forces with Californian-based skate label Metropolitan to release a limited edition capsule collection. Consisting of the Metropolitan x adidas Skateboarding ZX 8000 and a whole range of apparel, the collection is inspired by the vibrant colours and bright lights of tuned-up race cars.

The ZX 8000 showcases a stealthy black base layer that’s then accentuated with pops of pink, green and silver for a striking look. It’s crafted from technical ripstop and has several modifications compared to the standard silhouette, a nod to the tuning and aftermarket parts craze that hit the streets back in the ‘90s!

Alongside the footwear offering, a whole range of apparel including a classic three-stripe tracksuit is releasing. To celebrate the release, the two brands came together for a joint marketing push featuring a specially painted vintage drift racer that was then put to its limits around a racetrack.

The Metropolitan x adidas Skateboarding ZX 8000 alongside the accompanying apparel is set to release soon, so if you’re looking to cop a pair stay locked into The Sole Supplier to ensure you don’t miss any crucial updates. If you’re into skate-centric releases, check out the Nike SB Dunk Elephant that’s just been teased!