Madchester legends meet Old Trafford with retro runner celebrating band and club's shared Manchester heritage. The adidas ZX 600 x Manchester United x The Stone Roses brings cultural collaboration to classic 1980s silhouette for January 2026.

Design & Inspiration

This colorway features navy suede and mesh upper with white and red leather stripes capturing Manchester United's iconic colors. Matching tongue branding displays Stone Roses logo on right tongue label, lemon emblem on left tongue label. TPU heart heel counter adds support while nodding to band iconography. Insoles feature gold-lettered artwork from Stone Roses' self-titled 1989 debut album combined with Manchester United crest and "I Want to Be Adored" lyric integrated into club's devil graphic. Lemon logo traces back to 1968 Paris student riots, longtime emblem of anti-establishment defiance after protesters used lemons to counter tear gas effects. Collection celebrates both band's pivotal role in Madchester movement and Manchester United's cultural significance. Design feels rooted in culture rather than trend cycles, balancing lifestyle and performance history.

Comfort & Performance

ZX 600 originally debuted 1986 as technical running model designed by Jacques Chassaing and Markus Thaler. Innovative design quickly established itself on running scene with proprietary technology including Torsion system and Soft Cell cushioning. Lightweight mesh and suede upper offers breathability and durability. TPU heel clip provides added stability. EVA midsole ensures responsive cushioning and support. Lugged rubber outsole delivers traction. Adopted by late 1980s acid house rave seekers across Manchester and Berlin during "second summer of love" (1988-1989), ZX 600 became subcultural kingpin tied to uniquely prolific moment in British history. Colors aligned with Acid House movement's aesthetic. Comfort capabilities made them ideal for all-night warehouse raves.

Release Information & Pricing

The adidas ZX 600 x Manchester United x The Stone Roses releases January 15, 2026 exclusively through adidas Europe and select European retailers in-store and online. Unisex sizing. Retail price is $120 USD / €130. Find out where to buy a pair online below.