Adidas South Africa has unveiled the 2026 edition of the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon Adizero Boston 13. The special colourway of the Boston 13 (read our review) debuts alongside the Road to Sanlam Cape Town Marathon training programme as curated by Queen of the Road, Gerda Steyn.

This year’s Sanlam Cape Town Marathon Boston 13 edition arrives in a striking Dusky Petrol / Gold Metallic / Lucid Aquamarine colourway, inspired by the official Sanlam Cape Town Marathon palette.

The shoe features a traditional print pattern on the heel and insole, alongside the flame logo, symbolising the energy, movement and resilience of runners preparing to take on the 42.2km distance, according to Adidas.

If you want to get secure a pair of the Adidas Sanlam Cape Town Marathon Boston 13 to make sure they are race ready by 24 May 2026, it retails for R3 299 and is available online and at select Adidas stores.

R2k for finishing in Adidas

Last year’s race was marred by controversy, with the 2025 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon officially cancelled just 90 minutes before the starting gun was set to fire on 19 October due to severe weather conditions. However, Adidas notes that for thousands of runners across the continent, the message is simple: We will go again.

In support of this mission, Adidas has reaffirmed its commitment to the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon for the third year, pledging that all runners who start, run and finish the marathon in Adidas footwear will receive a R2 000 Adidas online voucher.

How it works

• Enter the 42.2km Sanlam Cape Town Marathon
• Start, run, and finish the marathon in Adidas Running footwear
• Receive a R2,000 Adidas voucher to use online at Adidas.co.za (Ts & Cs apply).

Get on the Road training plan

Adidas is also working to get runners fit and ready for the event, since runners of all levels can join the Adidas Runners (AR) community and take part in the Road to Sanlam Cape Town Marathon training plan, curated by the Gerda Steyn.

 The 12-week holistic programme includes expert guidance and structured workouts designed to help runners conquer their marathon goals. The training plan is also available to adiClub members via points redemption on the Adidas app.