CHALLENGER & DC Connect on Special Edition Footwear

A rugged take on the Evan Smith HI ZERO model.

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Japanese label CHALLENGER recently teamed up with DC to purvey a limited edition sneaker. The cohorts produced a sleek new variant of the Evan Smith HI ZERO silhouette. The military-inspired model boasts canvas uppers with full grain accents. Moreover, the shoe is equipped with unique rubber toe caps for improved durability.

To celebrate the collaboration, Commonwealth LA is set to host an exclusive launch event on April 12 where limited quantities of the shoe will be available for purchase at approximately $80 USD. A Tokyo release will follow on April 22 at select stockists. Check it out above and let us know your thoughts.

In other footwear news, Quartersnacks and Nike will soon launch their new collection spotlighting Blazer Low XT renditions.

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