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Spezial Sole Racer

When it comes to building a custom scooter, finding inspiration for a theme can come from almost any aspect of life. Big brands are often used in motorsport… booze, fags and oil brands probably being the most well known in classic motorsport circles. The brand in question here, however, is Adidas… and it seems to have limitless options when the company’s, now diverse, range of products is considered. The Dassler Brothers Shoe Factory was operated by Adolf and Rudolf Dassler, who came from a family of shoemakers. After a fall-out between the brothers, Rudolph went on to found the Puma brand, whilst Adi-Dassler formed Adidas. The company’s footwear is widely renowned for its iconic three-stripe design. The world of sports footwear has always been a fiercely

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