# Seamless Running Boots The Sleek Nike HTM2 High and Low Speedy Sneaker By Marissa Liu | Published 2010-02-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-htm2 References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2010/02/19/nike-htm2-running-boot-low-and-high-preview/) & [nicekicks](http://nicekicks.com/2010/02/nike-htm2-run-boot-tz/) Running shoes are usually fairly low, but if you need more ankle support, or you jog in a [wet climate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-norvan-nivalis-shoe) and want a dryer foot then these new [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winterized-running-shoes) running boots may be just what you need. The Nike HTM2 Running Boots come in both a high and low version and look very [futuristic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fast-rb-nitrotm-elite) Created by the Nike HTM team and Hiroshi Fujiwara, Tinker Hatfield and Mark Parker, the Nike running boots have a seamless upper and a Nike Free outer sole. The material with which they are made also seems unique. We wonder if high top running shoes will soon become popular. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: South America, 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 - **High-top Running Shoes:** The Nike HTM2 Running Boots could indicate a trend toward high-top running shoes. - **Seamless Design:** The seamless upper of the Nike HTM2 Running Boots could inspire a trend toward seamless designs in other athletic footwear. - **Futuristic Aesthetics:** The futuristic design of the Nike HTM2 Running Boots could inspire similar aesthetics in other athletic footwear or clothing. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Athletic Footwear:** The seamless design and high-top style of the Nike HTM2 Running Boots could disrupt the athletic footwear industry. - **Outdoor Apparel:** The waterproof capabilities of the Nike HTM2 Running Boots could disrupt the outdoor apparel industry. - **Athletic Wearables:** The unique materials and design of the Nike HTM2 Running Boots could inspire innovation in athletic wearables. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Thigh-High Tech Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voo-store-1.md) - [Winter-Ready Sneaker Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winterized-running-shoes.md) - [High-Mileage Off-Grid Trail Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-zegama-2.md) - [Recovery-Enhancing Sport Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperice-boot.md) - [City-to-Summit Boot Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-cygnal-boot.md) - [Weatherproof Sneaker-Like Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danner-x-brandblack-boot.md) - [Inclement Weather Training Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-juniper-trail-2-goretex.md) - [Technical Vibrant Running Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alphafly-3.md) - [Hi-Tech Trail Stealthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speedcross-advanced.md)