Introduced in 1969 as the first low-top basketball shoe. By the mid-'70s, three-quarters of all NBA players were wearing the adidas shell toes. The Superstar has been in production ever since. Tumbled leather upper provides comfy, soft feel. Rubber toe cap lends durability. Rubber outsole with herringbone tread offers great traction.

In May, Adidas will counter with a $250 basketball shoe packing a motor with 153% more. Finish Line is inviting consumers to tread on oversize air bags.