# Sporty Technical Sneaker-Boots Timberland Created Lightweight Flyroam-Fused Sneakerboots By Amy Duong | Published 2018-03-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flyroam References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/timberland-flyroam-spring-2018/) & [timberland](https://www.timberland.com/flyroam-sneaker-boot.html) Footwear label [Timberland](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-boot-gtx) debuted a line of lightweight Flyroam Hybrid sneakerboots to welcome the warm spring weather. The label's first Flyroam sneakerboot was first unveiled last year and now Timberland has introduced a new piece in four [hybrid styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luca-chelsea-sneaker-boot): the FlyRoam Go Chukka Boot, the FlyRoan Go Knit Oxford, FloyRoam Trail Mixed-Media Boot and the [FlyRoam Leather Hiker Boot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-tor-summit). The range is is constructed from either sport-inspired Aerocore tech materials, a knitted synthetic mesh jacquard or leather materials on all the uppers. The new range of Flyroam sneakerboots merge together the label's iconic heritage style with a contemporary sporty aesthetic. The new silhouettes deliver versatility in its wide range of colorways of both bold and neutral options. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Hybrid Sneakerboots:** The hybrid sneakerboot trend offers an opportunity for footwear companies to merge sportswear and traditional styles to create a new wardrobe requirement. - **Lightweight Materials:** Utilizing lightweight technology and materials presents an opportunity for companies to create footwear that merges performance and style. - **Versatile Silhouettes:** Creating versatile footwear with a wide range of colorways, both bold and neutral, offers the opportunity for companies to appeal to a broad range of customers. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear Industry:** The hybrid sneakerboot trend presents an opportunity for the footwear industry to merge sportswear and traditional styles. - **Sportswear Industry:** The use of lightweight materials and performance-based technology presents an opportunity for the sportswear industry to create new products. - **Fashion Industry:** Versatile silhouettes that blend performance and style can offer opportunities for the fashion industry to expand its offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bulbous Dynamic Knitted Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-flyknit-venture.md) - [Weatherproof Sneaker-Like Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danner-x-brandblack-boot.md) - [Knitted Breathable Dynamic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flyknit-venture.md) - [City-Friendly Hiking Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-acg-mountain-fly-2-low-goretex.md) - [Rugged Field Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-boot-gtx.md) - [Hybrid Sneaker-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luca-chukka-sneaker-boot.md) - [Streetwear-Inspired Snow Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-boot.md) - [Trail-Ready Hiking Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-hiker-boot.md) - [Sporty Winter Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sporty-winter-boot.md)