adidas Outdoor Fall/Winter 2015 terrex catalogue by adidas TERREX

athletes insights & product highlights fall / winter 2015

WITHOUT LIMITS

In every season, we have our reasons to be outdoors. Our passion is always there. Only our choice of equipment changes. Winter is the most special season. Extreme beauty meets extreme conditions. And new opportunities open up. Vertical ice wants to be climbed. Untouched powder screams to be skied. We can run snow-covered trails, or fly over breathtaking mountains blanketed in white. So push the doors of winter wide open. And live without limits.

SOME PEOPLE SEE THE MAGIC OF THE MOUNTAINS

WE SEE ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES LIVE WITHOUT LIMITS

ROAD TRIP / CANADA / 2015

2015 / CANADA / ROAD TRIP

THE PERFECT PLAYGROUND The Canadian Rockies have been on my must-see list for ages. I dreamed of scaling epic ice lines, earning my turns and nailing first tracks in fluffy powder, and speed flying through the majestic terrain. Plus, I pictured big burgers, hot tubs, cold beers, and cool people. So I went … And just did all of that. THE FACTS:

The Crew: Simon Berger, Christian Hechenberger, Max Berger, myself (Guido Unterwurzacher) and the Alpsolut Moving Pictures film team. The Base: Canmore, Alberta: known as the cheaper and more relaxed alternative to Banff. We rented a condo with a hot tub on the roof. Sensational! The Ritual: Wake up at 4:30 a.m. Quick breakfast. About 2 hours drive to destination. Find the best snow / ice / fun. Play all day. Back in Canmore by 9-10 p.m. Find the best burger in town. Hot tub. Perfect.

THE TRIP:

Arrival: Calgary. We’ve made it … and so has our luggage! Hooray! We’re happy all our gear is here, at least until we stand in front of our two rental cars. That’s when we have to admit that, “Yes, we’ve brought a lot!” We are setting out on a multi-sports trip. My clothing is super light and super packable, but there’s the speed wing. And the ice tools. Ropes. Skis. Poles. Boots. Not to mention ourselves. In the end we’re surprised we don’t have to strap anyone to the roof. After about 1.5 hours we arrive in Canmore, our Rockies basecamp. A very cool place—especially for mountain people like us. >>

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We’re still tired, but we decide to beat jet lag with some ice action. Scaling the blue columns in beautiful Johnston Canyon is a perfect warm-up—and even better for making us hungry. My pick: the Mountain Burger—fully packed, juicy and spicy. Lip-smacking good.

After the burger fuel-up the night before we are now ready for our first big icefall. The area here boasts a lifetime of quality ice climbs to discover. We start with “Nemesis” (WI 6) at the notorious Stanley Headwall. Simon and I have also brought our speed wings as we are planning to fly down from the top. The ice is thin and super steep in the upper section. Nevertheless we make it and are psyched on the top. Simon and I forge our way through hip-deep snow looking for the ideal launch site. But with all that snow and the downwind we reluctantly admit that we are not meant to fly today. We abseil down instead.

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/03 Today we exchange ice and climbing tools for skis and sunshine. No, literally! Max, Hechei, Simon and I are heading to the Sunshine ski resort, to skin up a mountain nearby. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a beautiful hike through untouched snow and we are laying down first tracks in fluffy champagne powder. We have no idea what the mountain is called. The Rockies are just such a vast land with a seemingly endless array of peaks. We love this place. Deep snow, big smiles and hot tubs at night. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re living the Canadian dream. >>

ROAD TRIP / CANADA / 2015

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CURSING & HAPPY DAYS

Time to head to the sea. Only it’s the “Sea of Vapours” (WI 6) that we want to climb today. It’s one of the absolute must do’s on the list and we can see the stunning line above Banff already from the highway. We can’t wait, but it’s a 2.5-hour approach through steep terrain. And once we get there, we find a Canadian mountain guide with a client. We curse (in German). We wait and curse some more for another 1.5 hours. These two guys are extremely slow. Now chunks of ice are crashing down. No way. We decide to return to the car and head to Banff to soothe our souls with coffee and cake.

/06 We’re back in Ice Fields Parkway and “Ice Nine” is gone. It has collapsed. How fleeting life in the ice-climbing world can be. Yet, Simon and I are eager to finally get out our speed wings. Change will do us good. But temperatures have been rising. With up to +16° C and a strong, warm wind, we opt for a rather short flight. Culinary dinner experience: paella. Note to self: Never eat a paella in Canmore.

/05 We’ve picked a route for today that kind of sums up what our trip has been like so far: “Happy Days” (WI 6/6+) is an extremely cool line in the Ice Fields Parkway—one of the most scenic roads I’ve ever seen. “Happy Days” is a pillar, and pillars are incredibly tricky. It’s like climbing on eggshells. I gently tap my way up and the sound is rather hollow. I’m very cautious and focus on my breathing. After a few meters I place a screw. A good feeling, but I feel far from safe. There are two scary-looking cracks in the upper section, yet they actually decrease the ice pressure. I carefully place a screw in the steep overhanging section. Max comes up and leads the way to the top. What an awesome line. Good job! Now we are onto “Ice Nine,” an elegant line nearby. The ice is soft and perfect to climb. But it’s warming up. At the top Max says the screws pulled out like they were placed in butter. We abseil down. Back at the car we hear a deep roar and turn back. An avalanche sweeps over the falls, right above “Happy Days.” Masses of snow and rock come crashing down. We feel tremendously lucky as we drive home safe and sound. Treat of the day: Steakhouse in Banff—delicious. Hot tub.

/07 Still +16° C. I can’t believe this! Melting time. Forced rest! We are checking out Canmore instead. They have a great climbing gym here with a huge bouldering area. And they have The Drake, a laid-back, Canadian bar with nice craft beer from microbreweries. We do a bit of tasting there.

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ROUGH RIDES & HEAVY ODOR

Adventures à la carte here in Canada—and Ghost Valley is next. We had heard it’s a remote place, but we had no idea. It’s the weekend and the entrance to the valley is crowded by folks setting up their BBQs and shooting their guns at beer cans. We leave civilization behind and keep on driving for three more hours on rough roads, deeper and deeper into the wild. We arrive to find out the line we wanted to climb hasn’t even formed. It’s too warm. The adventure of the day is the journey back. Huge potholes, river crossings, steep climbs. But it’s not just the road conditions. It’s also the excessive odor of four climbers in one car. Max warns us that he will break the nose of the next one to fart. I wonder if that would help as you will care even less about the smell with a broken nose. Note to self: maybe pack air freshener next time.

/10 We are lured back to Ice Fields Parkway. We want to climb the legendary “Weeping Pillar” (WI 6). On the way we run into local ice climbing legend Will Gadd! Yeah! He is also a passionate paraglider and we’re eager to hear about good flying spots. Will starts by telling us where not to fly: here! Speed flying is strictly forbidden in the national park, he says. However, he recommends some cool launch spots in Canmore. Max and I hurry on to get to “Weeping Pillar” as it’s getting warmer and warmer. Max leads up the first, pretty steep pitch and climbs the whole 60-meter rope. Then I lead and climb over 60 meters of beautifully mushroomed ice. What a frozen dream. However, by the time we reach the final pitch, warm temperatures have baked the ice and it’s in pretty bad condition. I place some rather questionable screws. They feel more like decoration than protection. I’m so stoked when I get to the exit. Max pulls out the screws with his hands. Back down we look up at yet another Canadian ice highlight. Big burger feast followed by hot tub soak.

/11 The Canmore area is a perfect playground for hiking and flying. And today Simon and I are shouldering our speed wings and hiking up “Ha Ling Peak,” located just south of Canmore. The view is outstanding, but unfortunately the wind is gusty and strong, between 50 to 60 km/h. Rather challenging conditions. Simon sets up his wing, it inflates immediately and he launches off. It’s a surprisingly stable flight, but we stay off the impressive, fat walls and enjoy a playful flight down to a lake. The water reminds us of beer and we head back to town.

/09 It’s still too warm. We are off to Golden and the Kicking Horse ski resort … I just love the names here! Apparently it’s a good spot for speed flying. When we get off the lift we are first greeted by a strong tailwind, and then by the slope patrol: “If you wanna speed fly, or ski in closed sections, we gonna take your ski passes and maybe more!” We get the message. Still, one of the guys tells us where we actually can fly and we hike up a mountain outside of the resort. We do a bit of ground handling practice and are skinning up and flying down and skinning up and flying down. A fun day!

/12 Back in the Ice Fields Parkway. It’s finally colder and we are planning to climb the monumental, steep “Curtain Call” (WI 6). It’s a classic line, but the mixed line close by is fantastic to climb, too. We have no idea what it is called—but we’re super psyched!

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/13 Rest! Sleeping in, consuming a lot of coffee and food, feeling grateful and thinking about how good life is. Note to self: yeah!

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BRUTALLY COLD

-25°C! Hello?! Negative 25?! We go right to the Stanley Headwall to climb “French Reality” at the mouth of the valley. But with the brutal cold there’s no chance of climbing. We set out on a ski tour instead. Those are the moments you appreciate your gear the most. What also warms me up: thinking of the soak in the hot tub tonight. And finally we are rewarded with the driest, softest snow: it’s prime powder time!

/16 /15 We are back in the Ghost Valley. We want to climb a classic named “The Sorcerer” and are joined by two friends from Austria, Vitto and Motz. Two hours’ drive and we are in no-man´s-land. Vitto leads, but after only four meters a huge ice chunk collapses and hits Motz right on the helmet. He is unconscious for a short time. To be on the safe side we call the helicopter rescue and it takes them 1.5 hours to reach our remote location. They fly Motz to the hospital in Calgary. Our drive out of Ghost Valley is nightmarish and takes forever. It’s growing dark, the rivers we have to cross are wild and we get stuck on a huge rock. When we finally make it, Motz texts us from Calgary: all is fine—apart from a severe concussion and chipped tooth. With mixed feelings we are sitting down for our final burger and beer dinner in Canmore. We’re heading back home tomorrow.

Departure. Calgary. How can you summarize such a trip? I set off to Canada with good friends. I fly back home with best friends. We’ve lived our Canadian dream, we’ve explored the fierce wilds and soaked up the laid-back vibe. Our adventure was filled with falls and flights, rides and runs, heat and cold, beers and burgers—the memories will make the flight home a short one. Note to self: come back! Guido

GUIDO UNTERWURZACHER (26.09.1984) is an alpine all-rounder and joined the adidas athlete team in 2011. He grew up (and is still based) in one of Austria’s top climbing regions at the foot of the “Wilder Kaiser” (the “wild emperor”) mountain range. As a multi-sports athlete, Guido is the perfect match for our versatility-driven collection and he provides the adidas FUTURE Team with key product feedback. Shortly after his trip to Canada, Guido set out into his biggest adventure yet: he became father to son Xaver. No wonder he was eager to climb a special line in the Rockies named “My Daddy is a Psycho.”

WIND AND WATER RESISTANT PERTEX速 ENDURANCE

ADJUSTABLE AND HELMET COMPATIBLE HOOD

LIGHTWEIGHT AND DURABLE WATER REPELLENT PERTEX速 QUANTUM速 GL

SECURITY CHEST POCKET

HEAT SEAL BAFFLING CONSTRUCTION

RDS-CERTIFIED 90/10 GOOSE DOWN WITH 800 FILL POWER INNER PACK-IT POCKET

TWO SECURITY HANDWARMING POCKETS

HEAT SEALS AT CUFFS AND COLLAR

TWO STRETCH MESH STOW AWAY POCKETS

ADJUSTABLE HEM

TERREX CLIMAHEAT TECHROCK JACKET The new high-end piece built for outdoor athletes who want to perform in extremely cold conditions. With its down insulation it keeps you toasty even in below-freezing temperatures – while maintaining a low weight and great packability. On shoulders and arms Pertex® Endurance fabric ensures superior wind & water resistance. Extra warmth is guaranteed by smart details such as heat seals at the cuffs and the collar. HEAT SEAL BAFFLING CONSTRUCTION To trap maximum heat, our designers developed the unique, patent pending heat seal baffling construction. Differently sized baffles eliminate cold spots as they make sure that stitching lines are covered and warmth won’t escape. We thus achieve a significant increase of heat retention and an outstanding warmth-to-weight ratio. The new jacket underwent extensive testing under the toughest conditions in the adidas FUTURE Lab –

including the sweating guarded hot plate device, which measures thermal resistance. A hot plate simulates heat generated by the body and the device measures the heat that is lost through the sample. Comparing standard down baffles with the differential down baffles we were able to actually quantify the extra warmth secured by this unique construction. We have very high technical standards, but we also have very high requirements when it comes to acting responsible and sustainable. All feathers and

downs used in our products do not originate from life-plucking practices and/or from force-fed geese and ducks regardless of their species. Suppliers providing down materials for our products are required to confirm that life-plucking practices and force-feeding are not applied at their farms.

WINTER NEVER FELT BETTER!

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inside (next to body)

Heat seal baffling construction

Sweating guarded hot plate

Responsible down standard

Sasha DiGiulian performs in the “Flying Circus” (M10), Ouray, Colorado

TOTALLY REFRESHING In 2012 Sasha DiGiulian became the first American woman to climb the grade 9a. Since that performance she has continued to prove that she is a real power girl, winning competitions and excelling in university. But ice climbing? We expected DiGiulian, who says she “hates being cold,” to give frozen waterfalls the cold shoulder … Sasha, when did you start with ice climbing? I learned how to ice climb last December with Will Mayo in Colorado. We started with learning the basics, how to use the axes and the tools and what essentially the technique for ice climbing is. What have been your first experiences? Well … what I wanted to do was to conquer my discomfort zone when I am outside in the cold. I generally hate being cold! So I put out myself in the coldest conditions to force myself to handle that. And I was really surprised when I found out I was actually enjoying it! >>

DiGiulian, who has climbed two 9a routes, made the transition from rock to ice last winter. M10 for her first ever mixed lead? Not bad!

“… Being out when it was cold always has been something I tried to avoid. Now I was climbing on a frozen waterfall and just loving it! …” What was so enjoyable? The good thing was that I did not have any expectations. Entering this whole new sport having no pressure about performing, just being out in nature learning something new … that was totally refreshing. Sport climbing is my passion —but it became professional and now it’s all about performing, about finding the hardest project that you can do. Ice climbing is just new and exciting. Being out when it was cold always has been something I tried to avoid. Now I was climbing on a frozen waterfall and just loving it!

Did you have the imagination while climbing that this wall had been liquid before? That’s actually one of the most interesting things about ice climbing. The impermanence is so present. The fact that what you’re climbing on isn’t going to last forever. I had never experienced that feeling before. Rocks are just there … and maybe I climb them for many years. But the ice will never be exactly the same. In sport climbing you get to touch the rock with your fingers. In ice climbing you use picks instead >>

of your hands. How did you handle this different kind of connection? Ice climbing is about feeling the texture with your tools and figuring out if you can trust the ice or not. It’s not you being connected, there is a third variable in between you and the wall instead of having that one-on-one connection to the rock. That makes it totally different. Why were you interested in developing these new skills? First of all, it is an activity to do during winter— when it’s generally too cold to sport climb anywhere. That’s good to have. Apart from that I am generally interested in getting more into alpine climbing. When I am out in the mountains to do something bigger I’ll need those skills that I learned from ice climbing. So, my range of possibilities has just extended.

“… Just do it step by step! And don’t be afraid to try. Trying is always the first step …” Why aren’t there too many girls ice climbing? I think because of the level of discomfort. Being cold and managing being cold. I found ice climbing really extreme. You are using sharp objects, you have to beware of your surrounding but also how the ice screws go into the ice, always being a hundred percent certain about the placement. Everything seems to be fragile. The conditions are definitely more intimidating than just going out for sport climbing. What are you telling all the boys and girls who would like to give ice climbing a try? Safety first! I learned from one of the most experienced people in the industry, Will Mayo. He taught me to develop a sense for the sport. I learned first by top roping, and then I could start leading. Just do it step by step! And don’t be afraid to try. Trying is always the first step.

Above Will Mayo is not only one of the best mixed climbers in the U.S., he is willing to mentor the next generation in the art of putting ice tools to rock. He taught DiGiulian everything she needed to know, and had her sending M10 after one week. At the bottom The “Will Mayo training camp”: the Vail Amphitheater in Colorado sports is some of the best, and longest, mixed climbs in the U.S.

THE BASICS

THE PERFECT LAYERING SYSTEM

It all starts with the perfect base layer: Get into the basics – and get out to reach higher ground.

TERREX ICESKY LONGSLEEVE Warm and breathable fleece base layer with a superior moisture management for intensive activities.

WOOL BASE LAYER PANTS Minimalistic and pure 100% merino wool pants, which offer excellent body temperature control and great next to skin comfort with anti-odor properties.

TERREX SKI TOURING SOCK Anatomical cushioning, ventilation channels for temperature regulation and PrimaLoft® yarn make these socks a “must-have” on every ski tour.

feat. Jakob Herrmann

THE RIDE The outfit that provides maximum warmth and protection – so you can focus solely on enjoying your powder run.

TERREX CLIMAHEAT DOWN JACKET This lightweight and packable down jacket is made for alpinists who perform in extreme cold conditions. Heat seals at cuffs and collar keep the warmth where it belongs – on your body.

TERREX TECHROCK WINTER PANTS Waterproof, breathable and very durable pants that provide all the protection you need during alpine activities.

feat. Tine Huber

THE ASCENT Climbing uphill you want to face changing conditions with the pure confidence of being perfectly equipped.

TERREX SKYCLIMB INSULATION VEST Versatile vest that is warm, soft and lightweight in combination with a superior water resistance and breathability. With its 4-way stretch soft shell on both sides it works perfectly during fast paced winter activities.

TERREX SKYCLIMB PANTS Thanks to their shape and functionality these are the ideal pants for ski touring. They provide a maximum freedom of movement and excellent protection in tough conditions.

TO THE TOP On the way up there’s all about feeling comfortable, fully protected – and free.

CROCHET HEADBAND

TERREX CLIMAHEAT TECHROCK HOODED FLEECE The cozy fleece for every day and any mountain sports activity. Thanks to the lightweight but robust Pertex® Equilibrium and the Climaheat technology it is your perfect companion for a multitude of usages in winter or even summer time.

TERREX TECHROCK WINTER PANTS Waterproof, breathable and very durable pants that provide all the protection you need during alpine activities.

ON THE TOP Make sure you won’t cool down when you are up: this outfit keeps you warm on top when you get off your skins and ready for the ride.

KNIT LOGO BEANIE

TERREX AGRAVIC PRIMALOFT® JACKET A light, easy-care and packable all-year insulation jacket. Reflective stitching guarantees a better visibility in the dark.

TERREX AGRAVIC PRIMALOFT® SHORTS This breathable short can easily be worn over thinner pants during fast ski tours and ascents. Or can be added to your outfit after the ascent in order to prevent becoming hypothermic. Works with zippers on both sides. Reflective stitching improves visibility in the dark.

It all starts with the perfect base layer: Get into the basics – and get out to reach higher ground.

TERREX ICESKY LONGSLEEVE Warm and breathable fleece base layer with a superior moisture management for intensive activities.

WOOL BASE LAYER PANTS Minimalistic and pure 100% merino wool pants, which offer excellent body temperature control and great next to skin comfort with anti-odor properties.

TERREX SKI TOURING SOCK Anatomical cushioning, ventilation channels for temperature regulation and PrimaLoft® yarn make this socks a “musthave” on every ski tour.

WATCH THE LAYERING-VIDEOS: WWW.ADIDAS.COM/OUTDOOR

THE BASICS

JAK PERSPECTIV

AKOB’S IVE He’s one of the world’s best ski mountaineers, once was Austria’s youngest paraglider pilot and has invented a discipline he calls “Hike, Sleep and Fly.” Meet Jakob Herrmann, a top multi-sports athlete who strives for adventure, moves with nature and sees the world through his own unique perspective. Jakob Herrmann was 4 years old when his parents decided to trade the big city life of Vienna for the small alpine village Werfenweng. For Jakob it felt like coming home with an exciting, wild playground waiting just outside his front door. He spent as much time as possible roaming the mountains—just as he does today: running, flying, climbing, skiing, always seeking new adventures. “As a child I just loved being in the mountains,” says Jakob. “That’s where I found peace and quiet. And when you stand on the top and you look at the wide open space – there’s just nothing like it. I was almost magically drawn to nature. Also because it seemed to hold endless new things to explore.” >>

ABOUT EQUIPMENT “I’m a serious gear freak. I’m always testing, always looking for ways to improve the tiniest details. As a multi-sports athlete I do need flexible, versatile clothing. I’ve even done some cutting and sewing on garments myself to have things just the way I want and need them. I can, for example, save precious seconds at transition time when I can easily slip in and out of a jacket. I’m always thinking of how to still shave off grams by maybe getting the boots even lighter? Or which fabric mix offers maximum breathability and still blocks out wind and water—and, if possible, keeps me warm as well. It’s fantastic to be able to work with the outdoor team at adidas. They are such a dedicated and talented team eager to find new solutions. I’m incredibly proud to be part of this process and I benefit from it a lot as an athlete. I’m so excited when I get the new prototypes. One of my current favorites is the yellow terrex Advanced Jacket with the elongated sleeves for ice climbing. As well as the new ski-touring pants, which just fit perfectly—definitely one of my personal highlights in the winter collection.“

Soaring above the playground When his father discovered paragliding, Jakob was fascinated from the start. He earned his basic pilot license at the age of 14 and became Austria’s youngest pilot. But paragliding meant more to Jakob than just airtime: “I was never interested in taking the gondola up to fly down! I always thought the best thing about paragliding is that it unites the elements of mountaineering and flying.” And, he admits, “I’ve never been a big fan of hiking down. I love the ascent, I dislike the descent. That’s rather typical for alpinists. Actually that was the original idea behind paragliding: climbers were looking for a way to make descents faster and more fun.” So Jakob shouldered his wing, explored the most hidden parts of his mountains and glided down, taking in his playground from the bird’s perspective. During those years, Jakob got to know many mountaineers who he admired. “I met alpinists that were incredibly good and never cared about fame. They just did what they loved doing. For themselves and for no one else.” These were the athletes that in-

spired Jakob. They took him on ski tours, deeper and deeper into the backcountry. And step by step, tour by tour, they opened up new perspectives for the young talent.

“… I’ve never been a big fan of hiking down. I love the ascent, I dislike the descent. That’s rather typical for alpinists …” Off the beaten track Jakob received his degree in hotel management at a school specializing on ski tourism. He graduated alongside World Cup alpine-ski stars Anna Fenninger and Marcel Hirscher. And he also became a licensed ski instructor. But it was the offpiste terrain that fascinated him. “I love nature, the mountains, the tranquility—and you find that in those remote parts that you can only access when you skin up and get off the beaten tracks,” Jakob explains. The 28-year-old was driven to perfect his

alpine-touring skills. In March 2010 he was rewarded with his international breakthrough at the Ski Mountaineering World Championships in Spain. He crowned his debut in Austria’s national team with a 5th place in the relay race. Today, Jakob juggles two professions: competing in international skimo races and working as a math and nutrition teacher at home in Werfenweng. “Skimo”—an abbreviation for ski mountaineering— combines freeride skiing with endurance, mountaineering skills and athletic agility. Tough ascents, rough descents. With his alpine skiing background, Jakob is strongest going downhill, especially when the terrain gets technical and the conditions are challenging. Now he’s focusing on improving his uphill skills. “I’m super motivated, because skimo is such an honest sport. You are fit, you give your best … and you are always surprised to see how much further you can push yourself.” >>

ABOUT NUTRITION “Eating healthy is very important to me. If I want to perform my best I need to eat the best. I want to fuel my body and ensure a strong recovery. It’s vital for me to eat consciously. I love fresh fruit and veggies: you can see and smell just how healthy, tasty and full of energy they are. At school it’s my job as a teacher to encourage the kids to eat properly and make them understand the difference in food quality. Fast food high in saturated fats and sugar makes you sluggish—it’s as simple as that. Of course I eat cake every now and then or a steak, but it has to be organic meat and I want to know where it comes from. In general, with food it’s the same as it is with sports: keep it well balanced!”

ABOUT TRAINING “I love trying out new things, also when it comes to workouts. I go on crazy tours, sleep outside and combine different activities such as climbing, running and flying. The weight of the paragliding wing on my back just means extra training. But, of course, my focus is on ski mountaineering. I’m currently working hard on improving my endurance. There’s also the technical side of skimo, so I practice kick turns or getting faster at ripping the skins off. I’m a big fan of functional fitness and working with your own body weight. It’s an easy and very efficient way of exercising with sit-ups, pushups, pull-ups. During the week I mix interval training with mountaineering up to grade 6. On the weekends I’m usually competing.“

Fueled by nature At home in Werfenweng, Jakob loves setting out on a late evening trail run. Sometimes he takes his wing, hikes up a mountain and sleeps outdoors—early next day he glides back down with the sun rising. It’s a discipline he calls “Hike, Sleep and Fly”. And he also enjoys long flights, where he lands somewhere in the Salzburg region and then just hitchhikes back home. Jakob celebrates the freedom of spontaneity. His passion for paragliding may

cost precious time, which he could invest in training. But in the end it’s such an essential part of his personality and fuels his athletic performance in different ways: “It gives me strength and shapes my perspective on life and the world around me. You know it also teaches me how to focus on the things that count. As an athlete that helps me see and read small details.” His senses are trained and alert when he’s running,

skiing or flying. In snow, on rock or up in the air, where he follows the birds, because the intensity of their wing flapping tells him all about the thermal conditions. “I always try to move with nature, to respect it and to learn as much as possible. And sometimes I just want to stand there and soak it all in.”

ABOUT JAKOB Jakob Herrmann was born in Vienna on July 24, 1987, and grew up in Werfenweng, a mountain village 50 km south of Salzburg. After graduating with a hotel-management degree he went on to study math and nutrition. Today he works as a teacher and is also a professional tandem pilot with over 6.000 paragliding flights. He became a member of Austria’s national ski-mountaineering team in 2009 and finished 5th at the team relay at the World Championships in 2010. In 2011 he grabbed the overall title in the race series ASTC. In summer 2014, Jakob triumphed with team adidas Outdoor at the legendary Red Bull Dolomitenmann, one of the world’s toughest team events, a relay race with four disciplines: trail running, mountain biking, paragliding and kayaking.

A STEP AHEAD Christian Zwinger approaches design as a holistic discipline, and his career as footwear designer for adidas Outdoor is steeped in a rich diversity of influences that span cultures, sports, music and technology. Follow us on a fascinating glimpse into the Austrian designer’s mind and learn more about the composition of footwear, the benefits of a technology stronghold like adidas and the mantra of ‘inhale, distill, translate’. Christian, how does a kid from Vorarlberg become a designer for adidas Outdoor? Well, regarding the outdoor part: growing up with the mountains on the one side and Lake Constance on the other you cannot help but become an outdoor person. We went to school on our skateboards, jumped into the lake afterwards or hacked through the woods on our single-speed kids’ bikes. And what’s your favorite sport today? I probably would pick mountain biking and freeriding. I am really connected to speed. Velocity in general, but also the way gravity feels. You must feel very at home in the adidas terrex context. Yes, indeed. I’m a mountain guy—born and bred. And I like going fast and I like adrenaline. That perfectly fits terrex. If I had to describe terrex products in three words, it would be: Fast. Light. And tough. >>

There is also the adidas Outdoor claim “live without limits”. How do those words influence your work? Well, it’s an ambitious mission for us, because it means that the functionality behind each and every product needs to be on a very high level. If you don’t want any limits, everything has to work perfectly. You don’t want to spend a single second worrying about your equipment. You can rely on it 100%. And there’s the athletic side to the claim as well: if you want to move quickly, you need lightweight gear. Our job is to guarantee that a reduction in weight does not affect

“… Our job is to guarantee that a reduction in weight does not affect the functionality—that the products still offer the protection you need …” the functionality—that the products still offer the protection you need and are highly durable. It’s quite a challenging feat. One major part of achieving this goal is definitely our fantastic team of experts, with whom we collaborate. Thanks to our many amazing partnerships such as with Continental, Stealth® and BASF for Boost. With these partners, we are able to create even greater products and live up to the claim ‘live without limits’. Back to you growing up in Vorarlberg: there are many more aspects to a design career than just an interest in sports… Definitely! I’ve also always been fascinated by technical stuff as well—in particular by things that you could change or build yourself. As a child, I was always drawing a lot. It was my way of calming down after a long day at school or in the mountains. I got home and I had to draw. I would sit at the kitchen table and just draw. It sounds like you were destined for the job … I wanted to become an inventor first. But I remember when I saw some guys riding the first mountain bikes. I just had to get one as soon as possible— and once I did, I quickly started fine-tuning it. There were things I wanted make differently. When I was 16, I actually started building bikes with a friend. I figured out that when I’m not happy with a frame design I can fix it on paper. I learned that if I can draw it, I can translate it into something that can be built. That was the initial spark and I knew I wanted to go into graphics or design, although it wasn’t exactly a very common career choice in Vorarlberg in those days. So I moved to the other side of Austria and studied Industrial Design in Graz. And I started developing skateboards and received my diploma at Philips. That sounds less sporty! It wasn’t sporty at all. Consumer electronics. Yet it was still super interesting and I learned so much. One important thing I realized was how anything can flow into a product. You see something totally out of the context and it inspires you to design

a certain housing for an electronic device. However, there were many restrictions. At Philips, what I was missed most was that, in the end, you have an electronic device and it is nothing you can actually wear or you can actually use for your sports. And you had started off with sports as your main design inspiration. Yes, and I missed that element. I began by working on my bikes or developing skateboards that could be steered in a totally new way. We had built a carveboard with only one central wheel and we sold that construction to a big action sports company. I loved that aspect of designing: It’s incredible how from your own movement—your own sports— you can bring something to the table that will bring improvement. And that was what I was missing at Philips … So you moved on to work for adidas… I was hired by adidas in 2001. I came to Herzogenaurach, because you just had to see this place, this big world of sports. And I stayed … You’ve been designing for decades now. With your experience: what defines a good designer? Oh, there are so many aspects. You definitely have to be completely curious—always wondering ‘What’s next?’ and always wanting to push further. You have to be a good observer as well, looking

closely at details and being open to any source of inspiration. For me, diversity is key. Whatever you have, whatever you see, be it sports, nature, music or street culture—you have to bring it to the company. Let’s look at music, for example. How does that affect you as a footwear designer? There’s an interesting connection between how you are styling a product and how music is composed. When I was growing up I was playing in an orchestra for several years and I was—and still am— fascinated by the way music is composed. You build up tension in music and you can build up tension in design, too. You can create transparency, louder parts and more quiet parts. To put it another way: designing is, to a major extent, translation work. And what makes a good translation? One-to-one translations are, of course, no use. You have to inhale everything and then distill it. You first have to cook it down, find the essence of it, before integrating it into a new context. It’s the same here with our amazing pool of creative people at adidas. You mean your colleagues from all the different product development departments? Yes, it’s just fantastic to see what they are working on and working with and their approach

to things in general. We draw huge inspiration and benefits from the technology pool that adidas provides. Working with other branches and categories is absolutely essential for our work. There are many similarities that we can translate into our field. But it’s never a one-to-one adaptation. It’s a great, helpful environment with a lot of very productive, organic flow back and forth. We have regular meetings, but there is also this inspiring, creative cloud. Is it really an open sphere with no restrictions? Yes, not restrictive at all. It’s very supportive, to be honest. You pass by the desk of the football guys and they ask you to take a look at their new stuff and give them some feedback. Things can happen immediately here at adidas, if you want to push something. This defines our working culture. We are open and flexible, we are able to work fast and be spontaneous. It’s great when you’re working with likeminded people and you can profit from each other’s best assets. It’s the perfect breeding ground for inspiration and innovation. As a footwear designer for the outdoor segment, you must benefit from FiveTen a lot as well. It’s one of the most important climbing and biking footwear brands, known for its legendary Stealth® sole— and now part of the adidas family as well. Absolutely. It’s an amazing brand, which invented the highest-friction rubber on this planet. Workwise it’s the same close collaboration. They are based in California, but when we have a question we just pick up the phone and ask. What’s so special about the Stealth® rubber?

Our athletes are involved in the development of our products from the very first moment on, constantly providing the designers with feedback and input.

It’s adapting to the surfaces in a brilliant way. It’s flowing around the fine details of a sandy stone or rock. So for us it’s perfect for mountaineering or approach footwear. But we always have to see how the geometry works with the properties of the rubber. For example, we figured out that triangles work very well with Stealth®, because it is a simple geomet-

“… You definitely have to be completely curious—always wondering ‘What’s next?’ and always wanting to push further. …” ric shape that gives great grip on rock. You have to find the right balance between the profile height and the surface you are giving the profile and the gaps. The set-up, of course, depends on the ground—from wet, slippery terrain, to clay, to dry rock. And we are also closely working with Continental, who is offering a completely different beast. They utilize their own rubber compounds. For us that means we can work with totally different geometries compared to Stealth rubber. The sole itself seems to be a very complex part of footwear design. Oh, yes, it is. There are many aspects and just as many people involved. There is, for example, a chemist in China who is an expert in rubber mixtures and he supports us with great input on profile improvement, etc. And whenever we are in Asia we also meet up with Paul Means, who we call the ‘rubber doctor’. In the end, the decision of which rubber compound we use varies from product to product and it’s a decision we have to make before we start designing. We are still only at the base of the shoe—what about the rest? Material, construction, weight, water resistance … I don’t want to dwell on all components and features – although I could! But, grip is important. Weight is important. Fit is important. You do your best to harmonize those aspects. We are working, for example, a lot with hybrid constructions. You can improve a fit using soft materials in areas where you have a lot of movement, while working with tighter material in areas where your foot naturally does not move. Tiny adaptations can lead to a completely different experience—and to a performance boost. The boost technology! It has revolutionized the running footwear market and you are now using it also for adidas Outdoor? It’s an incredible cushioning using tiny capsules that bounce back. There are two aspects we greatly benefit from: first, of course, is the return of energy. If you have a shoe with long lugs that work great on loose ground it costs energy. With boost you get back >>

some of that energy and it makes the adaption of the profile lugs way bigger. And an extra benefit is that boost is not conducting heat. So it is also working as an insulation from the cold ground. Now, we haven’t talked yet about those who actually depend on boosting equipment: the adidas athletes. What is it like working with them? They are another super important pillar of our work! In the end, the athlete is at the core of our world at adidas. Many of them provide essential feedback to us. Sometimes it’s just positive; some-

times it’s raw, brutal and forces us to reconsider everything. No matter where it comes from or how it appears, we have to be creative and brave to envision something new. I mean, that is exactly how milestones are born: someone opens his or her mind and dreams up the craziest idea … which then might turn into an industry standard. I believe that’s the essence of designing.

FEEL THE ENERGY This lightweight mountain running shoe is designed to feel the adrenaline in the mountains: The terrex BOOSTTM GTX features the revolutionary cushioning technology BOOSTTM. It provides more energy return than any other cushioning material in the industry, which makes it an ideal shoe for long-distance mountain runs. The Continental® rubber outsole

generates excellent grip even at the highest speeds, on dry as well as on wet ground. In order to keep your feet dry when running through wet or snowy surfaces, the terrex BOOSTTM GTX is equipped with a waterproof GORE-TEX® membrane. Redefine your limits! The discovery of real performance has just begun.

EXPLORE MORE This lightweight, waterproof hiking shoe offers everything you need in winter: insulation, comfort and grip. The terrex ultimate BOOSTTM climaheat has a minimalistic and reduced design combined with innovative technologies. The ClimaheatTM technology combining PrimaLoft® insulation and an innovative collar execution keeps snow out and your

feet warm. This goes along with a waterproof clima proof® membrane in order to guarantee dry feet. ContinentalTM rubber on the outsole provides best grip on snow and ice. BOOSTTM technology in the midsole offers endless energy and high adaptability on rocky surfaces. Step in – and get out! It’s time to explore even more.

PRODUCTS

APPAREL MEN Terrex TechRock Gore-Tex® Jacket #A98241

Terrex Gore-Tex® Active Shell Jacket #S09122

Terrex Climaheat TechRock Jacket #AA1828

• 3-Layer GORE-TEX® pro shell membrane, extremely lightweight, wind and waterproof and highly breathable for extreme weather conditions • FORMOTION® guarantees an unrestricted freedom of movement and an athletic fit at the same time • Fully adjustable and helmet compatible hood

• 3-Layer GORE-TEX® active shell membrane, extremely lightweight, wind and waterproof and highly breathable for high pulse activities • FORMOTION® guarantees an unrestricted freedom of movement and an athletic fit at the same time • Fully adjustable and helmet compatible hood

• Pertex® Endurance and Pertex® Quantum® GL fabric for highly breathable, wind and waterresistant performance while being lightweight and strong • Heat seal baffling prevents thermal bridges thanks to overlapping insulation chambers • Heat seals at collar, cuffs and hem contribute further to increased heat retention

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Terrex Agravic PrimaLoft® Jacket #AA1814

Terrex Agravic PrimaLoft® Vest #A98228

• Climaheat for optimal warmth and comfort in cold conditions • Heat seal baffling prevents thermal bridges thanks to overlapping insulation chambers • Heat seals at collar, cuffs and hem contribute further to increased heat retention

• PrimaLoft® Gold insulation for ultimate thermal efficiency, permanent water-resistance, unmatched breathability and superior softness and lightness • Pertex® Microlight and Pertex® Quantum® GL fabrics are lightweight and strong while offering good durable water-repellency

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Terrex DownBlaze Jacket #AA1821

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Terrex Radical Crew Jacket #AA1847

Terrex Fast Jacket #A98224

Terrex Skyclimb Insulation Jacket #AA1820

• Polartec® Alpha® provides warmth without weight and insulates even when wet • Climawarm® technology enables comfortable body temperature and enhanced moisture management

• 100% GORE Windstopper® lightweight soft shell jacket for total windproofness and optimized breathability • Adjustable hood and hem

• PrimaLoft® Gold insulation for ultimate thermal efficiency, permanent water-resistance, unmatched breathability and superior softness and lightness • FORMOTION® guarantees an unrestricted freedom of movement and an athletic fit at the same time • Pertex® Microlight outer material enables durable water-repellency #A42192

Terrex Skyclimb Insulation Vest #AA1817

Terrex Skyclimb Top #AA1816

Terrex Climaheat TechRock Hooded Fleece #AA1839

• Polartec® Power Grid™ for quicker absorption and faster drying • Polartec® Alpha® for enhanced moisture management • Pertex® Equilibrium® for weather and wind resistance

• Climaheat for optimal warmth and comfort in cold conditions • Pertex® Equilibrium® for weather and wind resistance • Fluffy fleece featuring Polartec® High Loft™ for easy compression into small spaces for travel

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Terrex Stockhorn Fleece #S09331

Terrex IceSky Longsleeve #AA1853

Terrex WoolBlaze Short Sleeve Tee #AA2231

• 37.5 activated carbon fleece for superior moisture management • Pontetorto Tecnostretch gives insulation and wicking properties • Fitted hood with binding • Ultimate body hugging fit and comfort

• Climawarm® technology for comfortable body temperature and enhanced moisture management

• Natural, soft and breathable Merino fiber that retains heat and absorbs moisture • Wind resistant at front

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Terrex Climbing Tee #AA2240

Terrex TechRock Winter Pants #A98205

Terrex Skyclimb Pants #A98203

• 37.5 activated carbon tee for superior moisture management • Bonded seams to prevent the body from irritations

• Polartec® Power Shield® Pro for great abrasion resistance • Adjustable waist • Bottom protection against ski edge and crampon cuts

• Pre-shaped knees • Bottom protection against ski edge cut • Possibility to open the bottom of the pants to adjust the fit for ski boots

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Terrex Skyrunning Pants #AA1959

Terrex Multi Pants #AC2608

Terrex Agravic PrimaLoft® Shorts #A42197

• Light and robust breathable pants for fast-paced activities • Stretch fabric on the bottom to fit over ski boots

• Durable water-repellent multi purpose outdoor sports pants • FORMOTION® guarantees an unrestricted freedom of movement and an athletic fit at the same time

• PrimaLoft® padding provides insulation without limiting comfort • Pertex® Endurance and Pertex® Quantum® GL fabric for highly breathable, wind and water-resistant performance while being lightweight and strong

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APPAREL WOMEN Terrex Gore-Tex® Active Shell Jacket #S09430

Terrex Climaheat Down Jacket #AA8075

Terrex Climaheat Agravic Down Jacket #AA1998

• Pertex® Microlight outer material enables durable water-repellency • Heat seal baffling prevents thermal bridges thanks to overlapping insulation chambers • Heat seals at collar, cuffs and hem contribute further to increased heat retention

• Pertex® Quantum® GL fabric is lightweight & strong while offering good durable water-repellency • Heat seal baffling prevents thermal bridges thanks to overlapping insulation chambers • Heat seals at collar, cuffs and hem contribute further to increased heat retention

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Terrex DownBlaze Jacket #AA2002

Terrex Ndosphere Hooded Jacket #A98236

Terrex Agravic PrimaLoft® Jacket #AA2020

• Climaheat for optimal warmth and comfort in cold conditions • Heat seal baffling prevents from thermal bridges thanks to overlapping insulation chambers • Heat seals at collar, cuffs and hem contribute further to increased heat retention

• 37.5 activated carbon jacket for superior moisture management • Lightweight, breathable PrimaLoft® Silver insulation with superior water-repellency

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Terrex Agravic PrimaLoft® Vest #A98232

Terrex Fast Jacket #S09436

Terrex Skyclimb Top #AA2074

• 100% GORE Windstopper® lightweight soft shell jacket for total windproofness and optimized breathability • Adjustable hood and hem

• Polartec® Power Grid™ for quicker absorption and faster drying • Polartec® Alpha® for enhanced moisture management • Pertex® Equilibrium® for weather and wind resistance

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Terrex Climaheat TechRock Hooded Fleece #AA2027

Terrex Stockhorn Fleece #AA2028

Terrex IceSky Longsleeve #A98223

• Pertex® Equilibrium® for weather and wind resistance • Climaheat for optimal warmth and comfort in cold conditions • Fluffy fleece featuring Polartec® High Loft™ for easy compression into small spaces for travel

• Climawarm® technology for comfortable body temperature and enhanced moisture management

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Terrex WoolBlaze Short Sleeve Tee #A98222

Terrex Climbing Tank #A98220

Terrex TechRock Winter Pants #A98218

• Natural, soft and breathable Merino fiber that retains heat and absorbs moisture • Wind resistant at front

• 37.5 activated carbon tank for superior moisture management • Bonded seams to prevent the body from irritations

• Polartec® Power Shield® Pro for great abrasion resistance • Adjustable waist • Bottom protection against ski edge and crampon cuts

Terrex Skyclimb Pants #A98217

Terrex Skyrunning Pants #AA2037

Terrex Multi Pants #AC2611

• Pre-shaped knees • Bottom protection against ski edge cut • Possibility to open the bottom of the pants to adjust the fit for ski boots

• Light and robust breathable pants for fast-paced activities • Stretch fabric on the bottom to fit over ski boots

• Durable water-repellent multi purpose outdoor sports pants • FORMOTION® guarantees an unrestricted freedom of movement and an athletic fit at the same time

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Terrex Agravic PrimaLoft® Split Shorts #A98213 • PrimaLoft® padding provides insulation without limiting comfort • Pertex® Microlight and Pertex® Quantum® GL fabrics are lightweight and strong while offering good durable water-repellency

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FOOTWEAR MEN

Terrex Ultimate Boost Climaheat #B23666

Terrex Fastshell Mid Climaheat #M17464

Terrex Conrax Climaheat #M22757

• BOOST™ offers endless energy in the mountains and high adaptability on rocky surfaces • PrimaLoft® insulation material for more warmth • Continental rubber for extraordinary grip

• PrimaLoft® insulation material for more warmth • Continental rubber for extraordinary grip • ADIPRENE® insert for comfort and shock absorption

• PrimaLoft® insulation material for more warmth • Continental rubber for extraordinary grip • climaproof® membrane for waterproof protection in wet conditions

Terrex Trail Cross #B44143

Terrex Boost GTX® #B22849

Terrex Scope High GTX® #B33250

• STEALTH rubber for unbeatable grip • PRO-MODERATOR™ for protection and midfoot stability • High abrasion material for durability and protection

• BOOST™ offers endless energy in the mountains and high adaptability on rocky surfaces • Continental rubber for extraordinary grip • Waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX® membrane

• Approach specific outsole featuring STEALTH rubber for unbeatable grip • Waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX® membrane • ADIPRENE® insert for comfort and shock absorption

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Terrex Scope GTX® #M19520

Terrex Solo #B24423

Terrex Fast R Mid GTX® #B33236

• Approach specific outsole featuring STEALTH rubber for unbeatable grip • Waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX® membrane • ADIPRENE® insert for comfort and shock absorption

• Approach specific outsole featuring STEALTH rubber for unbeatable grip • ADIPRENE® insert for comfort and shock absorption • PRO-MODERATOR™ for midfoot stability

• Continental rubber for extraordinary grip • Waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX® membrane • Outdoor specific FORMOTION® unit for enhanced motion control and downhill comfort

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Terrex Fast R GTX® #B33223

Terrex Fast X High GTX® #B33243

Terrex Fast X GTX® #B33239

• Continental rubber for extraordinary grip • Waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX® membrane • Outdoor specific FORMOTION® unit for enhanced motion control and downhill comfort

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FOOTWEAR MEN/WOMEN FOOTWEAR WOMEN

Terrex Boost GTX® #B22850

Terrex Boost #B22852

Terrex Scope GTX® #M19517

• BOOST™ offers endless energy in the mountains and high adaptability on rocky surfaces • Continental rubber for extraordinary grip • Waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX® membrane

• BOOST™ offers endless energy in the mountains and high adaptability on rocky surfaces • Continental rubber for extraordinary grip • PRO-MODERATOR™ for midfoot stability

• Approach specific outsole featuring STEALTH rubber for unbeatable grip • Waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX® membrane • ADIPRENE® insert for comfort and shock absorption

Terrex Scope #B40035

Terrex Solo #M19518

Terrex Fast R Mid GTX® #B40318

• Approach specific outsole featuring STEALTH rubber for unbeatable grip • PRO-MODERATOR™ for midfoot stability • ADIPRENE® insert for comfort and shock absorption

• Approach specific outsole featuring STEALTH rubber for unbeatable grip • ADIPRENE® insert for comfort and shock absorption • PRO-MODERATOR™ for midfoot stability

• Continental rubber for extraordinary grip • Waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX® membrane • Outdoor specific FORMOTION® unit for enhanced motion control and downhill comfort

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Terrex Fast R GTX® #B39976

Terrex Fast X High GTX® #G97925

Terrex Fast X GTX® #B33242

• Continental rubber for extraordinary grip • Waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX® membrane • Outdoor specific FORMOTION® unit for enhanced motion control and downhill comfort

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IMPRINT live without limits – fall / winter 2015 is the official adidas outdoor catalogue with editorial content of adidas AG. The catalogue is published twice a year. Published by adidas AG World of Sports Adi-Dassler-Straße 1 91074 Herzogenaurach Germany Concept and realisation stilbezirk Photography stilbezirk, Jens Wegener, Josef Mallaun, Bert Willer, Michael Meisl, Johannes Mair, Andy Mann Text Sissi Pärsch, Andrew Bisharat, Axel Rabenstein, Jörg Liebeskind, Guido Unterwurzacher

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