Adidas Sambas WHITE/COLLEGIATE PURPLE adidas Samba ADV Shoes. When street skaters in the '90s were looking for a clean, functional shoe with a low profile, they adopted the classic lines of the Samba. Building off that legacy, The Samba ADV features an upgraded T-toe design with two layers of Adituff toe reinforcement, allowing feel, flick and durability. Known for its locked-in fit, with a Molded sockliner and signature tongue wings that help stabilize, while the grippy cupsole ensures feel and board control. Imported.