Built for high performance, the adidas adiStar Control running shoe is the motion control shoe against which all others are compared. The shoe's unique Ground Control System (GCS) in the heel controls overpronation better than any other shoe on the market--keeping your feet stable and secure--while the flexible QuickStrike forefoot gives the shoe an incredibly smooth, even ride. Other details include a breathable open mesh nylon upper that dries quickly, a full forefront adiPrene system for propulsion and efficiency, a ProModerator medial support device, and a molded OrthoLite antimicrobial moisture-wicking sock liner. adidas is a name that stands for excellence in all sectors of sport around the globe. The vision of company founder Adolf Dassler has become a reality, and his corporate philosophy has been the guiding principle for successor generations. The idea was as simple as it was brilliant: to provide every athlete with the best possible equipment. It all began in 1920, when Adi Dassler made his first shoes using the few materials available after the First World War. Today, the adidas product range extends from shoes, apparel, and accessories for basketball, soccer, fitness and training to adventure, trail and golf.