# Snarling Shark Snowboard Shoes The Limited Edition Nike Zoom DK QS Boot Bites into the Snow By Gil Cohen | Published 2012-10-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-zoom-dk-qs References: [superpunch.net](http://www.superpunch.net/2012/10/shark-face-nike-snowboard-boots.html) & [nikeinc](http://www.nikeinc.com/news/nike-snowboarding-brings-back-a-special-edition-danny-kass-double-tongue-snowboard-boot) Bringing you the coolest footwear out there, the [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunk-low-abominable-snowman) Limited Edition Nike Zoom DK QS Double Tongue Snowboarding Boots have a sharply toothed [shark face](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snakeskin-colorway-2) on the bottom. These boots are extremely vicious, and will give you the edge to intimidate your competitors on the mountain when you wear them with the rest of your [cool snowboarding gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-force). They come in all grey with a large grey Nike swoosh on the side, making them look super sporty. The double tongue makes sure your boots stay on securely while you perform your stunts and hit those crazy jumps, and also prevent any snow from seeping inside. This boot will be available for a limited time in early November. Add some bite to your snowboarding with these monochromatic boots. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Toothed-face Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the integration of unique and eye-catching designs on the soles of shoes to create a statement-making fashion trend. - **Limited Edition Apparel:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Capitalize on the demand for exclusive and time-limited products by releasing limited edition snowboarding gear that appeals to sports enthusiasts and collectors. - **Functional Double Tongue:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative shoe designs that incorporate double tongues for enhanced comfort, fit, and protection against external elements. ### Who This Affects Most - **Sportswear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Merge fashion and functionality in sportswear by collaborating with designers and artists to create unique, limited edition products for snowboarding enthusiasts. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate in the outdoor recreation industry by introducing snowboarding boots with eye-catching designs and advanced features for increased consumer engagement. - **Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Tap into the market of fashion accessories by creating snowboarding boots with striking designs that appeal to both snowboarders and fashion-forward individuals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fuzzy Blue Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunk-low-abominable-snowman.md) - [Fuzzy Winter-Themed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abominable-snowman-dunk-low.md) - [Winter-Ready Sneaker Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winterized-running-shoes.md) - [City-to-Summit Boot Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-cygnal-boot.md) - [Luxe Limited-Edition Ski Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phaenom-ski-boots.md) - [Mohair-Laced Luxe Ski Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ski-boot-1.md) - [Neutral Rugged Snow Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-niobium-concept-3.md) - [Icy-Inspired Textural Golf Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-pegasus-89-g.md) - [Luxury Sneaker-Like Snow Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-lv-trainer-snow-boot.md)