Hellstar’s latest adidas project turns to the Megaride S2, a model that already sits comfortably in the early-2000s space the Los Angeles label has been drawing from. The shoe keeps its familiar retro-running shape, but the upper has been reworked enough to give it a noticeably different feel.

Photos reposted by Hellstar founder Seanie Holland show black flames running across most of the shoe. Smooth synthetic panels replace the standard TPU cage, opening up the upper and giving the graphic more room instead of breaking it into smaller sections.

A zippered shroud covers the laces and adds to the Megaride S2’s Y2K look. Visible Megaride cushioning remains in the heel, so one of the model’s most recognizable details is still intact. The changes do not bury the original design. They simply pull it closer to Hellstar’s darker, punk-leaning style.

The Hellstar x adidas Megaride S2 is expected to release during Fall/Winter 2026, though an exact date has not been announced. Pricing, sizing, and retailer information also remain unconfirmed.

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