adidas Handball Spezial

Level up your footwear with the adidas Handball Spezial range at JD Sports New Zealand. On this page, you’ll find a wide variety of these shoes, available in loads of colourways, including black, blue, pink, and white.

The Spezial is a versatile sneaker that can be worn in any context, featuring a selection of materials, such as rubber, nylon, and suede (which can be found on the upper). So, check out these sneakers today and upgrade your style!

The History of the adidas Spezial

The adidas Handball Spezial made its debut in 1979, transforming the sport of handball on the speedy courts of Germany. All about performance, the collection was suited to the fast-paced nature of the game, and the shoes quickly became popular with athletes, many of whom repped the sneaker in the World Handball Championships.

Across the pond, in the ’80s, the adidas Spezial started to make waves in the UK, especially on the football scene. Fans of the beautiful game loved the eye-catching silhouette of the sneaker, matching the different colourways with their favourite team's stripes.

With the rise of social media, the adidas Spezial has found itself once again in the public eye. Influencers and celebrities often feature the collection on their feeds, introducing these kicks to a whole new generation of sneakerheads

Explore the adidas Spezial Collection

The adidas Handball Spezial is considered one of the greatest shoes ever released by the brand. It was the backbone of the casual subculture of the ’80s and has crossed between different worlds, from the handball courts to the streetwear arena. If you’re looking for a fresh sneaker to transform your look, you can’t go wrong the JD Sports NZ range, which features loads of must-have styles in the perfect size for your feet.