# Dark-Tonal Rugged Hiking Shoes New Balance Launches a New Sneaker for its Hiking Pack By Amy Duong | Published 2022-05-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hiking-pack References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/5/new-balance-2002r-hiking-pack-black-official-look-release-info-m2002rwn) Just in time for the warmer seasons, [New Balance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olive-and-black) introduces a new black tonal iteration of the 2002R sneaker to join its Hiking pack. It is rooted in its deep hues as it is adorned with dark purple and green as the contrasting details throughout the [rugged silhouette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-camo-sneaker). The hiking sneakers are made from an elevated suede along with [breathable mesh](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hike-sneaker) and premium leather throughout the upper. Details can be seen in the form of the silver metal eyelets and the functional Toe Protect reinforcement that is incorporated at the top of the sneaker. It also sits on top of the blend of NERGY technology midsole that continues with the same black, purple, and green tonal palette. Image Credit: New Balance ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 12% - 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) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Dark-tonal Hiking Shoes:** Opportunity for sneaker brands to create durable and fashionable footwear for outdoor enthusiasts. - **Rugged Silhouette:** Opportunity for designers to incorporate functional and stylish details into outdoor footwear. - **Breathable Mesh and Premium Leather:** Opportunity for material innovation to enhance the comfort and durability of outdoor footwear. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sportswear:** Opportunity for sportswear brands to expand their product lines into the outdoor footwear market. - **Outdoor Retail:** Opportunity for outdoor retailers to offer fashionable and functional hiking footwear to customers. - **Material Science:** Opportunity for material science innovators to create new materials that enhance the comfort and durability of outdoor footwear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Earthy Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olive-and-black.md) - [Chromatic Suede Hiker Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aim-leon-dore-x-new-balance-rainier-low-pack.md) - [Weather-Ready Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goretex-protection-pack.md) - [Bright Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede.md) - [Premium Leather Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2002r-leather.md) - [Neutral Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/204l-sneaker.md) - [Stealthy Technical Trail Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hierro-v8-trail.md) - [Rugged Brown Trainers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mt10o.md) - [Bright Colorblocking Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2002r-sneaker-5.md)