# Urban Metropolis Runners Nike Free Run+2 City Pack Pays Homage to Cities Around the World By Matt Ho | Published 2011-06-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-free-run2-city-pack References: [slamxhype](http://slamxhype.com/fashion/nike-free-run2-city-pack/) & [nikerunning.nike](http://nikerunning.nike.com/nikeos/p/nikeplus/en_US/products/free_pdp2?pid=384354) If you're looking for a special pair of [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-running-the-corner) runners, then check out the Nike Free Run+2 City Pack. The Nike Free Run+2 City Pack is the latest collection that joins the company's family of [high-performance sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-running-collection). This time, the sneakers pay homage to five cities around the world that include New York City, London, Tokyo, Shanghai and Rio de Janeiro. Each color chosen is one that the company feels best represents these major metropolises. Other than that, the design remains relatively the same, with weblike features and [lightweight material for comfort and breathability](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-forward-moc-2-n7). With the success of the Nike Free Run+2, it's no surprise that the company has decided to bring a little more to the table with these special editions. It'd be interesting to see what Nike comes up with next. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Special Edition Sneakers:** Opportunity for brands to create limited edition sneakers that pay homage to various cities around the world. - **City-themed Collections:** Trend of designing product collections that represent different cities, allowing consumers to identify with their favorite urban metropolis. - **Localization in Footwear:** Growing demand for sneakers that showcase local culture and pride, presenting an opportunity for brands to create city-specific designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Athletic Footwear:** Brands within the athletic footwear industry can explore city-themed collections to attract urban consumers seeking unique and localized designs. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can develop their own special edition sneakers that pay homage to cities, creating a new avenue for brand collaborations and limited edition releases. - **Tourism:** Tourism industry can leverage city-themed sneakers as souvenirs or merchandise, providing visitors with a unique and fashionable way to remember their trip. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Running Lifestyle Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/run-city.md) - [Dynamic Running-Focused Retail Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-running-the-corner.md) - [High-Mileage Off-Grid Trail Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-zegama-2.md) - [Elevated Performance Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metaspeed-paris.md) - [NYC-Inspired Dynamic Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-16.md) - [Durable Urbanite Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-c1ty-surplus.md) - [Cosmic-Inspired Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmic-runner.md) - [Summer-Ready Lightweight Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-forward-moc-2-n7.md) - [Bolding Layered Breathable Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vomero-5-3.md)