
Description
Retro Revival: The Handball Spezial
Archival T-Toe Geometry & Terrace Suede Heritage: The adidas Originals Handball Spezial "Night Indigo / Hazy Green / Clear Sky" Anchor your daily rotation with a foundational European terrace classic reimagined through a nuanced, cool-toned palette. The IG1967 swathes its archival 1979 silhouette in a velvety "Night Indigo" navy suede chassis, offset by tri-tone serrated accents featuring "Hazy Green" and "Clear Sky" blues alongside crisp white detailing. Crowned with shimmering gold-foil branding and grounded by the signature four-zone gum rubber outsole, this low-profile staple bridges indoor handball lineage with effortless contemporary street style.
Benefits: Engineered for casual city transit, curated streetwear rotations, weekend social wear, and all-day pavement comfort, this low-top silhouette prioritizes supple foot-conforming suede, lightweight underfoot cushioning, and reliable low-profile stability. The velvety cow-suede upper requires virtually zero break-in time, wrapping the foot comfortably while maintaining its streamlined shape over long days of wear. Underneath, the dense gum rubber cupsole keeps your center of gravity low, delivering dependable multi-surface traction and durability across sidewalks, concourses, and indoor surfaces.
Key Features:
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Premium Velvety Cow Suede: High-grade, soft-touch navy suede upper offering tactile depth, structural flexibility, and vintage terrace aesthetics.
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Multitonal Stripe Architecture: Serrated leather 3-Stripes accented in complementary shades of Hazy Green and Clear Sky for a sophisticated, modern color story.
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Low-Profile Gum Rubber Outsole: Archival indoor handball tooling featuring high-friction grip zones and subtle sidewall texturing for dependable traction.
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Signature T-Toe Bumper Overlay: Archival double-stitched forefoot reinforcement engineered to resist daily scuffing while preserving structural shape.
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Metallic Gold-Foil Script: Precision hot-stamped "SPEZIAL" lettering along the lateral quarter panel, complemented by retro Trefoil tongue badges.
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Breathable Textile Lining: Smooth interior lining designed to reduce foot friction and prevent internal hotspots during all-day wear.
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Traditional Central Flat Lacing: Low-profile multi-eyelet lace system delivering even, customizable pressure distribution across the instep.
Product Details:
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Product Name: adidas Originals Handball Spezial
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Silo: adidas Originals / Terrace Heritage & Spezial Lineage
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Category: Men's/Unisex Heritage Streetwear & Lifestyle Low-Top Sneakers
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Colourway: Night Indigo / Hazy Green / Clear Sky
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Style Code / Reference: IG1967
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Upper Material: 100% Genuine Cow Suede with Synthetic Leather Overlays
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Lining: Soft Textile and Synthetic Padded Lining
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Outsole: Archival Low-Profile Gum Rubber Cupsole
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Fastening: Traditional Central Flat Lacing System
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Profile: Low-Top Heritage Indoor Handball Silhouette
Buyer Guidance & Fit Profile:
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Who This Product Is Best Suited For: Ideal for terrace casuals, vintage footwear purists, and everyday dressers looking for a versatile suede sneaker that effortlessly complements wide-leg denim, relaxed trousers, track pants, or casual skirts. Designed strictly for casual lifestyle transit and social wear; not intended for high-impact running, modern competitive handball, or heavy gym lifting.
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Fit & Sizing Determination: Fits Long / Runs Large. The Handball Spezial features a generous, elongated forefoot profile compared to the Samba OG. It is strongly recommended to take half a size down (0.5 size down) from your standard sneaker size (for example, if you typically wear a UK 7 / US 7.5, order a UK 6.5 / US 7) to achieve a locked-in, secure fit without heel slippage. Wearers with exceptionally wide feet (2E width) may remain true to size for extra forefoot volume.
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Care & Maintenance Recommendation: To protect the rich Night Indigo navy dye and maintain the plush nap of the cow suede, never wash in a washing machine or submerge in water; treat the upper with a specialized suede and nubuck water-repellent spray prior to initial wear to guard against rain spots and dust accumulation; clean dry surface dust exclusively with a soft crepe brush or dedicated suede cleaning eraser using gentle, single-direction strokes; never apply wet soaps, harsh liquid detergents, or solvents directly to the suede to avoid water rings and fiber matting; wipe the gum rubber outsole edges with a damp microfiber cloth; unlace and air-dry naturally at room temperature in a shaded, well-ventilated space away from direct heat sources such as radiators or harsh midday sun to prevent the suede from stiffening and the sole from oxidizing.
Payments

Do You Accept Payment Over The Phone?
Yes, if you would like to pay for your item over the phone then please call us on 0161 336 2595 and we will have someone talk you through the process and complete your transaction. Please have all card details with you for a quicker and easier payment.
Are My Details Secure?
Absolutely! Trade Sports uses a 128-bit SSL certificate on the checkout page supplied by and kept up to date by Shopify to ensure that all customer information is kept secure and private at all times. We also use PayPal and Shopify Payments so you can rest assured that any private or sensitive information is safe.
Returns
Returns & Exchanges Policy
We want you to be completely satisfied with your order from Trade Sports. If an item isn’t quite right, we offer a straightforward 30-day returns window from the date of delivery for a refund or size/colour exchange.
Return Conditions
To qualify for a refund or exchange, items must meet the following criteria:
- Unworn & Unwashed: Items must be in pristine, brand-new condition with all original brand tags attached.
- Original Packaging: Items must be in their original manufacturer packaging (including branded footwear boxes and accessory bags).
- Protect the Box: Footwear boxes must not be taped or labelled directly. Please place the shoebox inside an outer mailing bag or postage box.
- Timeframe: Initiated within 30 days of delivery.
How to Return or Exchange (UK Customers)
All returns and exchanges are processed quickly and digitally through our online returns portal:
- Log In: Enter your order number and email/postcode into the portal.
- Select Items: Choose the items you wish to return and select whether you want a Refund or an Exchange (different size or colour).
- Pay & Generate Label: The tracked Royal Mail return label is £3.65, payable securely directly within the portal before your label is generated.
- Pack Your Parcel: Attach the label to your outer postal bag (never tape the shoebox directly). Drop it off at your nearest Post Office or parcel drop-off point.
Please note: Because your label is paid upfront in the portal, your item refund will not be subject to any return postage deductions upon arrival. For size or colour exchanges, once we receive and inspect your original pair, your replacement will be dispatched free of charge.
Prefer to Arrange Your Own Courier?
If you would rather use your own shipping method, please ensure you use a tracked service and obtain proof of postage. Address your parcel to:
Trade Sports Returns
Alpha House, Peel Street
Denton, Manchester
M34 3JY
United Kingdom
Damaged, Faulty, or Incorrect Items
Mistakes happen, and if we have sent you the wrong item or your order has arrived damaged or defective, we will put it right immediately at no cost to you.
Please email us right away at sales@tradesports.co.uk with your order number and a photo of the issue. We will supply a complimentary prepaid returns label.
(Please note: If you choose to arrange your own return shipping without contacting us first, return postage will only be reimbursed up to a maximum of £3.65).
Refunds & Processing Times
- Inspection: Once your parcel arrives at our Denton warehouse, our team will inspect the items against our return criteria.
- Processing: Please allow 2–3 working days from delivery for our warehouse to process your parcel.
- Payment Clearance: Once processed, you will receive an email confirmation. Funds typically take 5–7 working days to clear back into your original payment method.
- Original Shipping Fees: Express shipping upgrades (such as Royal Mail Tracked 24 or Special Delivery) are non-refundable in accordance with the Consumer Rights Act 2015.
International Returns (Outside the UK)
- Customers outside the UK are welcome to return items within the 30-day window using a tracked courier service of their choice.
- Return shipping costs and any applicable customs duties for overseas returns are the customer’s responsibility. We do not provide prepaid returns labels for international orders.
- EU Customers: In line with consumer regulations, standard original shipping costs will be refunded alongside the item value.
Extended Christmas Returns
Orders placed between 1st November and 24th December qualify for our extended holiday returns window. You have 60 days from purchase to return or exchange gifts, provided items remain unworn, brand new, and in their original packaging.
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