Killer collabs #36

Killer collabs #36

By Davide Fioraso

PATAGONIA X DANNER RIVER SALT WADING BOOTS

The lightweight wading boot born to accompany you through fords and long approaches, both in fresh and salt water. Full-grain leather upper with 100% nylon 1000 denier inserts, quick lacing system, drainage holes, Vibram Megagrip sole for safe traction on a wide range of terrains. Developed in collaboration with Danner and handmade in Portland, Oregon.

GORE TEX X CONROY NACHTIGALL X ADIDAS ORIGINALS PT3 LASCU

After the success of the first collab with adidas Originals, GORE-TEX presents the PT3 LASCU collection based on three components: the adidas Originals philosophy “the past empowers the future”, the open source collaboration with Conroy Nachtigall and GORE-TEX technologies. In the FW 2019 collection there will be two waterproof and breathable headwear as well as wind-resistant GORE-TEX INFINIUM pants.

JAMES BRAND X ROAM THE ELLIS

Ellis, the multi-tool by James Brand, in a new and exclusive version created in collaboration with the explorer Cory Richards and ROAM. 2.6” drop point blade in Sandvik 12C27 steel with partial serration. Anodized aluminum body, Nail Nick opening and Lockback locking system. It includes screwdriver, scraper and bottle opener. Limited edition of only 100 copies.

WHITE MOUNTAINEERING  X EASTPAK VEST BAG

During last Paris Fashion Week WM presented the new collaboration with Eastpak; a mix of design, functionality and technology. Absolutely new is the Vest Bag, designed by Yosuke Aizawa, which can be adapted according to style and worn in three different combinations. It has modular compartments and multiple pockets with zip closure. Japanese streetwear at new levels.

NORSE PROJECTS X GORE-TEX ROKKVI 5.0

Norse Projects, a brand born in the heart of Copenhagen, for fall/winter season presents a capsule realized in collaboration with GORE-TEX. A palette of Glacier Gray, Black or Dark Navy colors that sees the great return of the Rokkvi parka in a padded version with goose down certified according to the EU 90/10 standard. Maximum water resistance (28,000 mm water columns) and high breathability.

MERREL X DOGFISH HEAD AGILITY SYNTHESIS

Merrell and Dogfish Head Craft Brewery launched a trail running shoe that celebrates two common passions: outdoor life and beer. The design and coloring is inspired by the most refreshing beer that Dogfish Head has ever produced: the SeaQuench Ale. They are made, where possible, with sustainable solutions: regenerated waste rubber, Bloom algae foam and recycled plastic.

ATMOS X COLUMBIA SH/FT OUTDRY MID SHOES

After the great work done by the Atmos team for the outerwear capsule revealed at the beginning of 2019, Columbia asked the Japanese brand to customize its latest creation in terms of footwear. This is the brand new SH/FT OutDry Mid sneaker released in September. The waterproof stretch-knit upper and full-grain leather inserts have been revisited with a color inspired by the rave culture.

HUCKBERRY X HOWLER BROTHERS LIGHTNING QUILTED JACKET

Howler Bros. was one of the first brands to believe in Huckberry’s vision. Since then the two have become like Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. The Lightning Quilted Jacket is part of the North Coast Jungle Collection, limited edition caps characterized by the exclusive Jungle Print. An ultra-light jacket with PrimaLoft 60g insulation and a water-resistant ripstop polyester lining.

SWIFT INDUSTRIES X KONA ROVE ST

Kona Bikes has partnered with the Seattle brand Swift Industries to equip its Rove ST bikepacking model with matching bags and custom touches. The model was renamed Swift Rove and comes out in only 201 pieces with Jr. Ranger side bags, Paloma handlebar bag and Zeitgeist saddle bag. Tubus Tara Lowrider Big Apple front rack and a Brooks B17 Imperial saddle.

RAPHA X COLONNA COFFEE CAPSULES

Cycling and coffee are two terms often associated. And Rapha has always celebrated this union. No group tour ends without a stop and no clubhouse is complete without its coffee machine. The brand founded by Simon Mottram worked with local farmers in the region of Antioquia, Colombia, to create La Palma, a blend supplied in comfortable 100% plastic-free and completely recyclable capsules.

RMNC X PARRA LTD EDITION JERSEY

Romance is excited to announce its collaboration with the talented Dutch artist Parra. This unisex garment, with an exclusive post-pop style, is inspired by the Signature Pro race fit jersey using high quality Italian fabrics with woven micro-weave sleeves. All profits from the sale will go to charity to the World Bicycle Relief.

HELLY HANSEN X PUMA TRAILFOX MTS

Helly Hansen and PUMA presented the new trail-ready capsule for fall/winter 2019. A collection inspired by the 90s, guided by three sneaker models with a great improvement to the silhouette: Nitefox, Trailfox MTS and LQS CELL Omega. They use the same color combination with vivid orange inserts, all-terrain details and a joint brand logo.