Brain Dead is releasing another collaboration with adidas. This time, it’s the adidas Forest Hills, a silhouette originally introduced as a tennis shoe in 1976. The sneaker returns in four different colorways, each featuring a hairy upper.
Brain Dead, a collective of designers from around the world, is no stranger to adidas. In the past, the initiative has designed several sneakers, each one more unconventional than the last. Recently, Brain Dead unveiled a collaboration with Dover Street Market and adidas, which took the form of a bowling shoe.
Now, we see the adidas Forest Hills appearing in four bold colorways. The sneaker has a rich history in sports. It is named after the Queens neighborhood, where the US Open was once held. Just before the tournament’s final edition at this location in 1977, adidas released the Forest Hills as a tribute to the venue.
The sneaker will be available in the following colorways: 'Branch', 'Core Black', 'Crew White', and 'Shadow Brown'. All four feature a hairy upper, except for the 'Crew White,' which comes with a suede upper. Even the sole incorporates hairy elements, reminiscent of previous Brain Dead collaborations with the Oakley Factory Team.
The four Brain Dead x adidas Forest Hills colorways will drop on April 1, 2025. Check out the images of the sneakers below and keep an eye on the Sneakerjagers release calendar for updates on this release.
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The adidas Forest Hills was introduced in 1976 as a tennis shoe. The model was named after the neighborhood in Queens, where the US Open was held until 1977.
The four sneakers will drop at select retailers on April 1, 2025. Check the Sneakerjagers release calendar for the latest updates.
