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 Did You Know? Fascinating Adidas Facts 🏃‍♂️👟



  1. The Sibling Rivalry That Created Two Giants
  • The story of Adidas begins with a family drama - two brothers, Adolf (Adi) and Rudolf Dassler, who split their original shoe company.
  • This split led to the creation of both Adidas and Puma, turning their small German town into the "Capital of Sports Shoes."
  • Their rivalry was so intense that the town of Herzogenaurach was literally divided, with workers and their families pledging loyalty to one brand.
  1. Olympic Glory Before The Brand
  • Before Adidas officially existed, Adi Dassler made shoes for Jesse Owens in the 1936 Olympics.
  • Owens won four gold medals wearing Dassler shoes, making history and providing early proof of the brand's quality.
  1. The Famous Three Stripes
  • Adidas bought its iconic three stripes design from Finnish brand Karhu Sports for just €1,600 and two bottles of whiskey!
  • Initially, the stripes were added to provide support to the sides of the shoes, not just for decoration.
  1. Innovative Moments
  • Adidas revolutionized football in 1954 when the German team wore their boots with screw-in studs in the World Cup final.
  • The boots helped Germany win against Hungary in what became known as "The Miracle of Bern."
  1. Pop Culture Impact
  • Run-DMC's song "My Adidas" (1986) led to the first endorsement deal between hip-hop artists and a major corporation.
  • The deal was worth $1 million - unprecedented at that time.
  1. Sustainability Pioneers
  • Adidas has committed to using only recycled polyester in all its products by 2024
  • In 2019, they produced 11 million pairs of shoes made from ocean plastic.
  1. Modern Success Stories
  • The Stan Smith shoe was originally designed for tennis player Robert Haillet in 1963
  • It has sold over 50 million pairs, earning a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records
  1. Fun Facts About Production
  • Adidas produces over 400 million pairs of shoes annually
  • The company employs over 60,000 people worldwide
  • Their headquarters in Germany has its own swimming pool and gym for employees


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