PUMA X ROLAND RS-0 SNEAKERS

It’s impossible not to notice the resurgence of classic sneakers in the contemporary streetwear market and, needless to say, Puma are a footwear pedlar that prove particularly popular. It’s because of awesome offerings like these Puma x Roland RS-0 Sneakers that they have an enduring popularity and these first class sneakers are a collaboration with legendary instrument manufacturer Roland to give the RS series shoes an 808-inspired redux.

The Puma x Roland RS-0 Sneakers are visually striking and will offer the wearer and unparalleled level of comfort that will see them rapidly became your go-to sneakers whenever you head out of the door. Founded in Tokyo Japan during the 1970’s, Roland first hit the market with their pioneering and innovative Rhythm machines to an unsuspecting public and, in doing so, forever changed the face of ‘modern’ music – these top notch sneakers from Puma are a celebration of that very fact.

Old School Cool

With such a distinctive aesthetic, these Puma x Roland RS-0 Sneakers are going to resonate with a lot of sneakerheads out there and that includes us here at Coolector HQ. This top notch footwear inspired by the 808, which is universally adored across a musical spectrum with both pioneering and contemporary Hip Hop producers being advocates of its booming bass drum and crispy hi hats. An array of dance music genres have and continue to make use of the 808’s robotic claps, driving looping patterns and all-round versatility to add impact to their music and these uber-cool sneakers are a nod to its influence in the music arena.

The Puma x Roland RS-0 Sneakers apply the iconic visuals of the 808 to Puma’s RS-Series of legendary running shoes to deliver the sort of footwear that is a triple threat of looking awesome, delivering exceptional comfort and not costing the earth. These brilliant sneakers boast a luxurious leather black upper, micro perf vents, 6mm flat, reflective laces, reflective midsole details and signature TR-808 colors—red, orange and yellow—on the Formstrip for a mighty impressive aesthetic impact.

These colours bare a striking resemblance to the colours of the iconic drum machine which pays homage to the electronic kick and drum. There are immediately familiar notes like “Rhythm Composer” and “Bass Drum” accenting the midsole of these sneakers whilst the orange hue carries on to the translucent rubber outsole. PUMA and Roland branding can be located on the tongue label, footbed and the anodized metal hangtag in what is one of the coolest collaborations of 2018.

Classy Kicks

With a price tag of $130, these Puma x Roland RS-0 Sneakers are going to be a welcome addition to any sneakerheads line up of footwear and if you’re a big fan of iconic hip hop and Puma streetwear, you’re going to be in your absolute element with these. Boasting top class materials and the sort of comfort that you’d come to expect from Puma, there’s nothing not to like here.

Puma have joined forces with an icon of the music industry to deliver such an eye-catching and stylish piece of footwear that we’re sure won’t be hanging around on the shelves for long so if you like what you see, there’s a definite need to move quickly to make sure that you don’t miss out on this top notch footwear collab.