adidas & Sneaker Junkies Cook Up a “Clam Chowder” Gazelle Release

adidas has joined forces with Sneaker Junkies to celebrate two decades of community-driven culture with a playful yet thoughtful take on the Gazelle Indoor. Dubbed the “Clam Chowder” Gazelle, the collaboration pays tribute to one of New England’s most iconic dishes while honoring the streetwear retailer’s roots across the region.

Founded in Providence nearly twenty years ago, Sneaker Junkies has become a staple in New England’s sneaker and streetwear scene, with locations now in Providence, Boston, and New Haven. For this latest collaboration, the shop taps into its community-first ethos to tell a story steeped in local pride.

The “Clam Chowder” Gazelle captures the spirit of New England with unique design cues pulled straight from the dish it’s named after. A white leather upper represents the chowder broth, while grey Three Stripes stand in for clams. Green laces nod to parsley garnish, and an anchor keychain tips its cap to Rhode Island’s maritime heritage. The thoughtful detailing makes the sneaker a fitting tribute to both Sneaker Junkies’ legacy and the cultural flavor of New England.

To mark the release, Sneaker Junkies and adidas Cornerstone Community will host events at all three retail locations. Each store will feature live DJs and community activations, while Providence customers can enjoy clam chowder from local favorite Dune Brothers. Meanwhile, the New Haven location will serve up chowder courtesy of CT Clam Chowder Co., further cementing the link between sneaker culture and New England’s culinary traditions.

“The Clam Chowder Gazelle Indoor is more than a sneaker—it’s a love letter to New England,” said Sneaker Junkies co-founder Maher Najjar. “It’s about celebrating our community, our culture, and the people who have supported us since the very beginning.”

The adidas x Sneaker Junkies “Clam Chowder” Gazelle is priced at $130 and will be available exclusively through Sneaker Junkies’ three New England storefronts and online at sneakerjunkiesusa.com on September 13th.

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