Adidas also claimed that Nike’s adjustable Adapt sneakers violated the Adidas 1. The Adidas 1 was a running shoe with a motor inside the sole and a heel sensor that allowed the shoe’s “stiffness” to be adjusted in real-time. Meanwhile, Nike’s Adapt technology received a lot of attention since it reminded people of the self-lacing sneakers shown in the iconic sci-fi film Back to the Future. However, the two shoes serve very distinct functions. The Adidas 1 was designed to be an all-in-one shoe for runners, whereas Nike’s Adapt sneakers were more about accessibility and comfort.
