ON & BEYOND

Most dedicated hiroki followers already have heard/seen this…(they’re probably disregarding my post by now). But I just saw it this morning. When the Americana Deck’s first got released in 08, they were an instant must have on my list. This year, they’re re-releasing them in a Visvim.tv exclusive. Composed of Horween Cow-hide upper & Horse-hide lining from the same well respected tannery (they also produce goods for Alden & Yuketen), the boatshoes also feature a natural cork footbed for great moisture absorbency and breathability. “Socks are optional but frowned upon.”

The 875 Trail boot is a new model first seen in the collaboration with Concepts. Now, I don’t have much information about these boots as to when or where to get them (Jesse is supposed to fill me in) But I did find out some brief description about them. With comfort and durability in mind, the boots were designed with a New Balance’s Rollbar™ technology for maximum support and stability. Additionally, NB designers used a PU Wedge in the heel and compression molded EVA in the forefoot. With a such a strong heritage, historic background and experience in Trail, NB played their cards right by creating a fully functional hiking boot dressed up in a mahogany premium leather to make things a little more fitting with today’s “a la mode” standards.

Big thanks to Jesse and Tiger for getting these to me for an early Christmas present.