# Futuristic Leather Hiking Boots ECCO's Exostrike Dyneema Rendition Boasts Functional Elements By Amy Duong | Published 2018-05-31 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dyneema References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/ecco-exostrike-dyneema-edition-release-date-price/) & [us.shop.ecco](https://us.shop.ecco.com/ECCO-EXOSTRIKE-DYNEEMA.html) [ECCO's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecco-elevate) latest drop is the limited-edition [Dyneema](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norda-001a) iteration of its forward-thinking hiking boot, the Exostrike. This model is the label's most futuristic and technologically advanced piece yet, as it features the Red Dot Design Award-winning Dyneema bonded leather as its upper construction. The footwear label describes the material as the thinnest, but strongest leather available on the market, which makes it highly appealing for hikers. In addition to the [innovative leather construction](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/derby-hiker), the midsoles see a brand-new shock-absorbing component and there is also an external Prosoma heel guard at the rear. The Dyneema hiking boots are now available globally in the colorways black and 'wild dove,' and Japan received 100 pairs of an exclusive white colorway. The first 500 pairs sold globally will also receive a miniature model of the boot as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Futuristic Hiking Boots:** ECCO's Dyneema hiking boots showcase the potential for innovative materials and construction techniques in the footwear industry. - **Dyneema Bonded Leather:** The use of Dyneema bonded leather in ECCO's Exostrike boots opens up opportunities for stronger and more durable materials in the fashion and outdoor gear industries. - **Shock-absorbing Midsoles:** The incorporation of brand-new shock-absorbing components in ECCO's hiking boots highlights the potential for advancements in comfort and performance in the footwear market. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** The release of ECCO's futuristic hiking boots demonstrates the potential for disruptive innovation and new materials in the footwear industry. - **Fashion:** The use of Dyneema bonded leather in ECCO's Exostrike boots suggests significant opportunities for disruptive innovation and sustainability in the fashion industry. - **Outdoor Gear:** ECCO's innovative hiking boots showcase possibilities for disruptive innovation and improved performance in the outdoor gear industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Durable Hyper-Lightweight Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deckers-x-lab-enduro.md) - [Bold Maximalist Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exoshield-xx01.md) - [Dynamic Gemstoned Hiking Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advisory-board-crystals-1.md) - [Fire-Resistant Hiker Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-peak-x-danner-light-ii.md) - [Kevlar-Infused Hiking Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huckberry-x-danner-n45-low-hiking-sneaker.md) - [Durable Leather Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/derby-hiker.md) - [Chic Cyberpunk Boot Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-acg-air-zoom-gaiadome-goretex-digi-camo.md) - [Minimalist Fashion Hiking Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/common-projects-hiking-boots.md) - [Dynamic Vibrant Hiking Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ramdane-touhami.md)