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The term “Modern Classic” is not often thrown around — and that’s with good reason. In sneaker culture, few shoes claim such a prestigious title as it implies a greatness on the level of those decades older.

But when we think about the Ultra BOOST, no accolade seems quite as suitable. adidas, too, would likely agree, as they introduced the silhouette in 2015 as the “Greatest Running Shoe Ever.” Stylish in a way fit even for Kanye West and fitted with a cushioning many liken to clouds, the runner easily bridged the gap between form and function. And while almost impossible to get ahold of early on, the Ultra BOOST is now readily available in everything from OG makes to new, 4D-outfitted upgrades.

Together with the Three Stripes, we’ve curated nine different releases spanning three of the Ultra BOOST’s most expressive personalities.

In the past six years, the Ultra BOOST has evolved a number of times, changing up everything from its Primeknit Weave to its cage. And if you’re not quite ready for the model’s more daring interpretations, the 5.0 is a perfect start — its look, design, and feel an amalgamation of the many iterations before it. To get yourself started, you can’t go wrong with the Core Black/Cloud White mix as it reminds of the “Cookies and Cream” colorways offered previously.

adidas Ultra Boost DNA Cookies And Cream
adidas Ultra Boost DNA Cookies And Cream
adidas Ultra Boost DNA Cookies And Cream

While initially adopted by the streetwear crowd, the Ultra BOOST has since integrated itself into adidas’ sports-driven initiatives. Today, the runner — in its 2021 update — even serves as a uniform to schools the likes of Miami, Washington, Arizona State, and many more of the brand’s official partner schools. Show your school pride with one of the many selections of the UltraBOOST ’21.

adidas Ultraboost 21 Miami
adidas Ultraboost 21 Miami
adidas Ultraboost 21 Miami

At its introduction, BOOST was instantly well-received, becoming a favorite among anyone who gave it a try. And in the years since then, few cushioning have come close to its innovation… that is, save for one: the Ultra 4D. The “New BOOST” of sorts, the tech has since become a household staple, appearing underfoot the original Ultra BOOST 1.0 silhouette as well as its own futuristic runner.