As a part of the Consortium Tour, adidas invites us to join them on a 12-month journey around the globe to discover some of the finest footwear gems, just like back in the day when you had to roam endless alleys for that one pair you’ve been aching to get your hands on. That’s why the first stop is Ronnie Fieg’s very own KITH: the go-to place for satisfying any footwear aficionado’s latest cravings in the Big Apple. New York City – epitome of the modern metropolis – a harsh urban landscape of steel, glass, and concrete inspired the choice of colors and fabrics for KITH’s Tubular Doom Primeknit. The overall design reflects all facets of the fast-paced New York lifestyle that only becomes all the more demanding during the winter months. The shoe’s smart but streamlined design boasts functional Primeknit technology in the form of a wrap-around sock-like upper, supported by a woolen cage for added warmth. Paired with the robust marled elastic straps at the quarter panel, further stabilization to the forefoot and protection from the elements are guaranteed. Adding to the no nonsense aesthetic of the first release of the Consortium Tour, the grey hues of the Tubular Doom along with its clean off-white sole are complemented by Kith’s slogan “Just Us” emblazoned at the heel guard. Fashionable and technical, the look pays homage to a city whose style always appears so effortless. Embodying this NY attitude in the Tubular Doom’s very DNA, Ronnie Fieg has yet again demonstrated a deep-rooted understanding for contemporary sneaker executions. This KITH x adidas Consortium Tubular Doom is available at adidas concept store:  No42 Paris, No74 Berlin and selected Consortium retailers.