Jeff Staple Teams Up with Brooks on the Adrenaline GTS 4
What hasn't Jeff Staple done in his 30-year career? Well, until now, a Brooks Adrenaline GTS 4 collaboration.
Since the mid-1990s, the designer has had a hand in creating some of the most memorable and enduring moments and products within streetwear. He might be associated most with Nike SB's legendary 'Pigeon' Dunks from Feb. 2005, but the New Jersey-native has built an extensive repertoire across product genres and brands. His latest venture takes him to Philadelphia to help Brooks create a sneaker that might be liked by non-runners.
Since 1914, Brooks has concerned itself with the development of high-quality footwear for different needs. Although its origins are in the ballet and bath spaces, the North American company has since become a powerhouse within the realm of running. In recent memory, its Ghost Max series has gotten the attention of countless runners looking for ultra-cushioned shoes for easy kilometers and recovery runs. Staples' Adrenaline GTS 4 project pales in stack height when compared to the Ghost Max because it debuted in 2002, before max-cush was even a thing, but it's rooted in the same performance philosophy. Yet, the upcoming retro has been firmly positioned as a lifestyle launch–the first in Brook's century-old history.
Staple has left the sneaker's construction intact from its debut 23 years ago. Instead, the New York City-based creative has covered the stability-oriented model in a familiar mix of grey, black, and pinkish red. The mesh runner features a tag on the lateral mid-foot that nods to the Staple brand, marking an important moment in both parties' catalog–one that's looking to capitalize on consumers' current interest in sports sneakers from yesteryear.
Enjoy campaign imagery of the Jeff Staple x Brooks Adrenaline GTS 4 ahead. The shoes are set to release via a number of retailers on March 13 with a price of $175 USD.