Revisiting history is something adidas does with confidence, and the latest retro bring-back sees a name change and a slight design differential, as the Rasant Mid surfaces. Initially released in the early 1980s as a racing boot called Monza, the model was a favorite of drivers worldwide, including Formula 1 superstars such as Ayrton Senna. Recently reissued in two classic color palettes, this distinctive cow-patterned pair is set to be released exclusively for women.
While the decision to use the name Rasant has yet to be announced, it also harks back to adidas heritage. The original adidas Rasant was a low-cut training shoe made in France and launched in the late 60s and early 70s alongside other classics such as the adidas Damant. It's safe to assume that the Monza name is no longer to be used, most likely because of legal reasons.
