Can you feel the heat?
Arriving as a celebration of 13 years, the latest project between MENACE and adidas reflects the energy, grit, and hustle that have shaped the brand. And it does so by introducing a heat signature design throughout the Adistar Control 5.
The concept for the Adistar Control 5 began with a simple question: what if we could visualize the energy that goes into our work, our craft, and the people we care about? Drawing on the vivid colors, shifting gradients, and unpredictable patterns of thermal imaging, the “Heat Signature” colorway brings that effort and intensity to life through the sneaker’s design.
“The Heat Signature Adistar Control 5 is really about the work people don’t see,” says MENACE founder Steven Mena. “Talent can only take you so far. You still have to put the hours in, make sacrifices, keep going when things get difficult, and have the right attitude. That mentality is something I grew up around. Thermal imagery became a way of making that effort visible. Every early morning, late night, setback, and breakthrough leaves something behind. This release celebrates the people who continue to put the work in, even when nobody’s watching.”
What began with a single T-shirt has evolved into 13 years of building a brand rooted in Los Angeles, shaped by community, culture, and an unwavering commitment to its vision. As MENACE continues to expand its partnership with adidas Originals, “Heat Signature” represents both a reflection of the journey thus far and the drive to keep pushing forward.
The adidas Originals x MENACE Adistar Control 5 “Heat Signature” will be available beginning October 27th for $180 through the MENACE website, Adidas CONFIRMED app, and select retail locations.
