Side Kicks Streetwear • Global Release Guide
Updated: 27 January 2026
adidas ZX 8000 Blue Yellow Consortium Release Date, Price & Where to Buy
Overview
adidas opens 2026 by returning to one of its most important performance silhouettes, reviving the ZX 8000 through its premium Consortium programme. This January drop brings back two archive-rooted colourways, commonly referred to as Blue Yellow and Yellow Blue, both inspired by the legendary 2008 A-ZX project.
Built on the original late-80s running blueprint, the ZX 8000 remains one of adidas’ most technically significant designs. This release leans fully into that history, blending nostalgia, creator tribute, and modern accessibility in a way that feels true to the line.
TL;DR – adidas ZX 8000 Blue Yellow Consortium
- Release date: 27 January 2026
- Retail price: £130
- Model: adidas ZX 8000 (Consortium)
- Style codes: JQ6739 (Blue Yellow) / JQ4359 (Yellow Blue)
- Where to buy: adidas Confirmed and select UK retailers
About the release
This ZX 8000 drop isn’t just another retro. It’s a deliberate call-back to the 2008 A-ZX project, one of adidas’ most ambitious archival collaborations. That original series saw 26 ZX interpretations released through just 22 global retailers, making many of the colourways near impossible to obtain today.
These 2026 Consortium editions pay tribute to the creators behind the silhouette, Jacques Chassaing and Markus Thaler, while also acknowledging how the ZX 8000 evolved from elite performance runner into a cultural staple. Unlike some modern retros, the focus here stays firmly on shape, colour blocking and construction.
Design & details
Both pairs retain the ZX 8000’s layered mesh and suede upper, reinforced with plastic overlays and a structured heel counter. 3M reflective hits appear across the silver Three Stripes, toe cap and rear panel, while purple accents on the lining and eyelets sharpen the retro feel.
Underfoot, the yellow EVA midsole delivers lightweight cushioning, supported by the Torsion bar that defined adidas running innovation in the late 80s. Branding stays clean, with Trefoil tongue logos and Consortium-level finishing throughout.
ZX 8000 “Yellow Blue” closer look
ZX 8000 “Blue Yellow” closer look
Image credit: adidas clothing
FAQ
When did the adidas ZX 8000 Blue Yellow release?
The adidas ZX 8000 Blue Yellow released on 27 January 2026.
What is the retail price?
The retail price for the adidas ZX 8000 Consortium colourways is £130.
Are these part of adidas Consortium?
Yes. Both the Blue Yellow and Yellow Blue ZX 8000 pairs are released as part of the adidas Consortium programme.
