Models
Over time, the three stripes detail has been made consistent on all versions of the Samba.[11] The Samba OG is typically constructed with a mix of suede and leather, a contrasting gum sole and the three-stripe trademark.[12] The Samba name in capitals is embossed in gold alongside the three stripes.
During the 1990s skateboarders and flatland BMX riders, like J Stolze, were commonly photographed wearing Sambas.[12] So in response to the retro inspired fashions of the 80's and 90's Adidas, in 2017, designed the ADV for this market. The ADV has a premium leather and suede upper panel, molded heel clip, support provided by a sockliner, tread, internal mesh bootie, internal tongue stay strips, and a gum capsule.[13]
The Samba Classic is specifically designed for five-a-side and indoor soccer. It has an extended tongue and a lightweight synthetic construction with EVA-injected soles. The Samba branding on the side and tongue of the shoe are in larger type.[14][12]
The Samba Vegan is crafted using faux leather, eliminating the use of animal products. Typically, these versions also incorporate more sustainable fabrics.[12][14]
While the upper panel of the sneaker resembles the Samba OG, it incorporates a distinctive feature in the midsole for biking. The underpart is designed to accommodate two-bolt pedal cleats.[12][15]
A platform variant of the shoe. It includes a taller sole and a full leather upper.[16]
The Recon LT was launched to coincide with the 2018 FIFA Russian World Cup. It had two color ways; one with a black upper and gum sole and the other with a white upper and gum sole. This version also has a fold-over tongue.[12][17]
The Samba Super was designed for more urban wear rather than athletic use. This model has a bulkier construction, a narrower foam sole at the back, and an extended outsole at the front.[12]
The Samba rose was introduced in 2018 as a women's-sized model. Featuring the same upper as the Samba OG, Adidas added a textured platform midsole.[12]
The Samba RM was aimed to be an updated Samba iteration. The RM model was introduced with the Adidas BOOST soles, additional lateral branding displaying 'S4M3A' and a slightly raised midsole.[12][18]
Samba MA
The Samba MA was aimed to be an exclusive Samba iteration for the Sir Williams R. The MA model was introduced with right to left stripes as opposed to the normal left to right to be more streamlined for Iron Mans as per request and additionally displaying "MA" on the side as signature proof that they were "Sure as Henry" that these were one of one. Its current possession is unknown.
