Side Kicks Streetwear • Global Release Guide
Updated: 8 February 2026
About the release
Some sneakers arrive quietly. Others carry history with them. The Bob Marley x adidas SL 72 sits firmly in the second group, blending sport, music, and belief into a silhouette pulled from adidas’ early running archive.
Rather than leaning on heavy logos or obvious references, adidas lets storytelling do the work. The SL 72 was chosen for its simplicity and movement, making it a natural canvas for a collaboration rooted in rhythm, football, and cultural identity.
This pair also forms part of a wider adidas Bob Marley collection, but the SL 72 stands out as the most understated and wearable expression of the idea.
TL;DR – Bob Marley x adidas SL 72
- Release date: 13 February 2026
- Model: adidas SL 72
- Colourway: Core Black / Yellow / Red
- Style code: KJ4476
- Retail price: £100 (UK)
- Where to buy: adidas UK and select retailers • resale at Side Kicks
Release date and UK price
The Bob Marley x adidas SL 72 releases in the UK on 13 February 2026. UK retail price is set at £100.
The drop aligns with the wider Bob Marley adidas rollout, though availability is expected to vary by retailer.
Design and details
The base stays clean and grounded. Black suede covers the T-toe, heel, and lower panels, while patterned textile overlays fill the side panels with layered graphic artwork inspired by sound, movement, and heritage.
Yellow leather Three Stripes and a matching tongue tag cut through the darker base, supported by red and green accents that reference Jamaican and Rastafarian colour symbolism without feeling forced.
A cream midsole with a slim red stripe keeps the runner feel intact, paired with a classic sawtooth outsole. Finishing touches include gold SL 72 branding, co-branded insoles, spare green and yellow laces, and a tongue tag reading “Football Is Religion”, tying belief, sport, and community together.
Closer look
Credit: The Sole Supplier
Why this SL 72 matters
Most music collaborations lean loud. This one doesn’t need to. By choosing the SL 72, adidas taps into a silhouette that already carries movement and heritage, then layers meaning on top.
The result feels intentional rather than promotional. It works as a collector piece, but it also holds up as an everyday trainer that carries a message without shouting it.
Where to buy
UK pairs will release via adidas and select retailers on 13 February 2026. Stock levels may vary, especially given the wider Bob Marley capsule releasing alongside it.
You can also browse more adidas SL 72 releases or explore the wider adidas Bob Marley collection on Side Kicks.
FAQ
When does the Bob Marley x adidas SL 72 release in the UK?
The pair releases in the UK on 13 February 2026.
How much is the Bob Marley adidas SL 72?
UK retail price is £100.
What does “Football Is Religion” mean on the tongue?
The phrase connects Marley’s love of football with belief, unity, and community, themes central to both the sport and his legacy.
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