Adidas Adistar Control 5 Grey Purple Metallic
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Description
Color: Grey Five/Grey Three/Silver Metallic
Sku: KJ8805
Adidas Adistar Control 5 Grey Purple Metallic — 2008 Stability, 2026 Aesthetics
In 2008, the Adistar Control 5 was a motion-control running shoe: highly structured, packed with technology, and with no aesthetic intention whatsoever. Adidas brought it back in 2025, but no longer as a training shoe—instead, it became a lifestyle piece, taking advantage of the fact that today’s tastes value exactly what was once functional: layered panels, visible reinforcements, and a robust midsole. It is one of those cases where the archive needed no modifications.
The Adistar Control 5 — Motion-Control Shoe Architecture
Everything you see has a functional origin: the lateral reinforcements that hold the midfoot, the ventilated mesh on the upper, the rigid heel counter, and a wide midsole designed to stabilize the stride. This colorway uses a grey base with purple details and metallic finishes, a combination strongly associated with the technical sneakers of that decade.
Materials and Technology
- Upper: Grey technical mesh with layered synthetic reinforcements, purple details, and metallic finishes
- Interior: Padded textile lining; removable insole; rigid heel counter
- Outsole: Wide, stability-profile midsole with heel cushioning; rubber outsole with segmented tread
Why buy the Adidas Adistar Control 5 Grey Purple Metallic from Next Step?
It is one of the most faithful archive reissues adidas has produced, and it is still not everywhere. At Next Step, you get it 100% new and authentic, with 14 calendar days for returns from receipt and fast shipping to Spain and throughout Europe.
How to style the Adidas Adistar Control 5 Grey Purple Metallic
The grey with metallic accents calls for technical clothing: nylon trousers, grey or black cargo pants, and a windbreaker. Purple works best as a small accent rather than as part of a full outfit. Discover more silhouettes in our Adidas collection at Next Step.
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When will I receive my order?
Preparation: in-stock items leave the warehouse within 24–48 business hours. We source pre-orders for you within 1–10 business days.
Shipping (UPS, with tracking number):
- Mainland Spain and Portugal: 24–48 business hours
- Rest of the European Union: 2–4 business days
- Balearic Islands, Canary Islands, Madeira, Cyprus and Malta: 5–6 business days
Do you need it by a specific date? Ask us on WhatsApp before buying, and we’ll confirm whether it will arrive on time.
How much does shipping cost? Is there free shipping?
Free shipping in mainland Spain on orders of €99.99 or more (€6.95 on smaller orders). Mainland Portugal: €11.95. Rest of the European Union: from €14.95. Balearic Islands: €9.95. Canary Islands, Ceuta and Melilla: special rate (taxes not included).
We ship across the European Union (not to Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Norway or Iceland). You’ll see the exact amount at checkout after entering your address, before paying. Free shipping doesn’t apply to large Pop Mart figures.
Are your products 100% authentic?
Yes. All our products are new and 100% authentic. Every item is inspected by our team before shipping and gets the Next Step Verified tag, confirming it has been verified and shipped directly by us.
Plus, manufacturing defects are covered for 14 calendar days after delivery, and Swatch watches come with the official manufacturer’s warranty.
What if it doesn’t fit? Exchanges and returns
You have 14 calendar days from receiving your order to request an exchange or return.
Changing sizes is easy: request the return from your account under My orders, indicate the size you want in the comments, and as soon as we receive the item, we’ll send you the new size at no shipping cost. There’s no need to place a new order.
We’ll provide the return label via WhatsApp (SEUR or UPS in mainland Spain; UPS for all other destinations). Its cost is the standard rate for your area, for example €6.95 in mainland Spain. The item must be unused and have the Next Step Verified tag intact.
What size should I choose?
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My size isn’t listed or is on pre-order—what should I do?
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You can also pay in installments with Klarna (subject to availability in your country). All payments are processed securely through Shopify.
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