Today, our sneakers climbed their way up Mt. Everest and came back, all in style. Seeing their first light in the 80s, the New Balance Rainier is a pretty cool outdoor shoe. And now, Aimé Leon Dore is bringing the silhouette back while leaving its own touch there. So let’s take a look at the collab along with a quick peek at the silhouette’s history! And if you wanna know how New Balance became a strong player in today’s sneaker industry, check this out.
New Balance Rainier – An Outdoorsy History
The year is 1982, and hikers were still wearing hiking boots that are pretty heavy. So Lou Whittaker, the famous mountaineer, joined hands with NB to drop a hike-friendly shoe. And so, the New Balance HL710 Rainier came to be. Two years later, an expedition that Low Whittaker led successfully climbed Mt. Everest from the North side (the most dangerous). But guess what Whittaker had on his feet when he did that? Yup, you guessed it, the New Balance Rainier! You can read all about it right here for more details.
But How Did ALD Bring the New Balance Rainier Back?
Although the Rainiers made a 2016 comeback, the boots weren’t really a hit. But with the power of collaborations, the impossible becomes pretty possible! And if Aimé Leon Dore is good at something, it’s the collabs with New Balance. From the 550s to 993s, the brands are a match made in heaven. So now, after running and basketball, it’s time to take on the hiking trails!
The upcoming Aimé Leon Dore New Balance Rainier will come in three colorways: brown, beige, and grey. All three will feature the same Cordura upper with GORE-TEX lining. Finally, the Vibram soles will certainly give you the grip and comfort you need for hiking!
Release Info
The ALD New Balance Rainier collection will drop on December 16, 2022, just in time for the winter expeditions! If you want your own pair of the collab, you’ll pay $200 in retail. Now although we don’t have a resale value yet, ALD kicks are always worth something on the aftermarket. And if the sneaker-boots are exclusive, you bet that they’ll be worth your while!
How to Cop New Balance Rainier… and Anything NB Really
Well, with New Balance climbing up the collaborative ladder, demand went up! But well, supply is still the same, so there’s no harm in tipping the odds your way a bit. To do that, you’ll wanna invest in an all-in-one bot that can cop New Balance kicks wherever they drop. NSB is right here for you, so hop on and get your copy now! If you do, you’ll be able to catch the launch of NSB3 with its latest updates and new modules. It’s always a great idea to ride waves before they get high, right? Godspeed
