adidas A play on transparency, these adidas NMD_R1 V3 Shoes continue to build on the NMD franchise's signature expression of tactical tech. Here's what you need to know about the BOOST cushioning: it makes every step feel supported. Which is great, since you take a lot of them throughout the day. The other thing to know is that it's partially encapsulated in TPU, met by TPU heel plugs that signal that these are in fact NMD sneakers. This shoe's upper is made with a high-performance yarn which contains at least 50% Parley Ocean Plastic — reimagined plastic waste, intercepted on remote islands, beaches, coastal communities and shorelines, preventing it from polluting our ocean. The other 50% of the yarn is recycled polyester.