Sole Origins: Episode 6 (Berlin)

31 Jul 2019, 14:44
Sole Origins: Episode 6 (Berlin)


Following on from last week's episode about Jordan and Chicago, this week Sole Origins looks at the connection between Berlin and its brand's adidas and PUMA. Highlights include the history of the rivalry between both brands, the effect of the Berlin Wall and the Berlin scene in general.



Travel to the HQs of both brands, uncovering the long-time rivalry between PUMA and adidas and so much more. You get insight into the rich history of each brand, with factories, models and big time collectors all getting highlighted throughout the episode.



The effect the Berlin Wall has had on East and West's sneaker culture and its taste is also shown. Lastly, Complex talks with Marc from Overkill, who was born in the East, finding out why the EQT is the perfect sneaker for fighting and so much more.