Adidas Superstar 2 shoes at Gallery Streetwear: Hip-Hop’s Most Iconic Sneaker in Canada

Few sneakers have earned legendary status like the Adidas Superstar 2. Born on the basketball court and immortalized by hip-hop, the Superstar has been a global style symbol for over five decades. Now available at Gallery Streetwear in Kelowna, Canada, the Superstar 2 continues the legacy—blending heritage, attitude, and effortless street style.

From hardwood to sidewalk

When the first Adidas Superstar dropped in 1969, it was a revolutionary basketball shoe with a leather upper and the unmistakable rubber shell toe. Players loved the performance, but the streets made it a classic. By the mid-’70s and ’80s, the Superstar had left the court for block parties, skate spots, and record shops—worn by DJs, skaters, and trendsetters long before “sneaker culture” had a name. The Adidas Superstar 2 carries that DNA forward with the same clean silhouette, three stripes, and timeless feel.

Run DMC, Beastie Boys, and the birth of sneaker culture

In 1986, Run DMC turned a sneaker into a movement. “My Adidas” wasn’t an ad—it was an anthem. Laces out, tongues fat, stripes crisp: the Superstar became a uniform for authenticity. That energy helped spark the first major partnership between a sportswear brand and hip-hop artists, changing how sneakers and music intersect. Around the same time, Beastie Boys pushed the Superstar into skate parks and venues across North America. The shoe stopped being just footwear; it became identity.

Why the Superstar 2 still hits

The Superstar 2 refines the original with updated comfort while keeping everything people love: shell toe, contrast heel tab, and the straightforward styling that works with denim, cargos, or track pants. At Gallery Streetwear Kelowna, it bridges generations—skaters who grew up with the sound of boom-bap and newer fans who want a true classic that never goes out of rotation.

Also in store: the Adidas Samba

The Adidas Samba has surged again as an everyday essential. Originally built for soccer training, it now anchors modern outfits with that low-profile shape and gum sole. We carry both the Adidas Superstar 2 and the Adidas Samba so Canadian sneaker fans can choose from Adidas heritage silhouettes that pair perfectly with today’s streetwear and skate looks.

Where to buy Adidas Superstar 2 shoes in Canada

Find the Adidas Superstar 2 and Adidas Samba at Gallery Streetwear, 588 Bernard Ave, Kelowna, BC, Canada — or shop online at gallerystreetwear.ca. We ship across Canada and curate sneakers and shoes with real culture behind them. Gallery is the best Canadian shoe in Kelowna.