# 90s-Inspired Hiking Sneakers Salomon Releases New Trek Silhouette Called 'Raid Wind' By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2021-09-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raid-wind References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/9/salomon-new-raid-wind-advanced-silhouette) & [salomon](http://salomon.com) French outdoor footwear brand [Salomon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpinway-advanced) has released the 'Raid Wind,' its newest trek sneaker, which will launch as part of the brand's [specialty ADVANCED range](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speedcross-advanced). Inspired by Salomon's own archives, the 'Raid Wind' borrows from the look and design of the brand's 90s-era adventure sneakers. Able to handle all terrains, these high-performing shoes come equipped with breathable mesh uppers, a reinforced heel and front foot, a robust 'Contagrip' outsole, and quick lacing technology. While there's no doubt that the 'Raid Wind' is a sturdy, trail-ready model, it also presents an incredibly stylish retro-inspired aesthetic. Dressed in [soft suede overlays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xalp-suede-1) and donning an eye-pleasing white, yellow, and black color scheme, these sneakers should appeal to streetwear fans interested in adding a high-tech piece to their collections. Image Credit: Salomon ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **90s-inspired Hiking Sneakers:** The trend towards 90s-inspired hiking sneakers offers an opportunity to incorporate a retro aesthetic into high-performing footwear designs. - **Functional Fashion:** Function and style overlap in the 'Raid Wind' trek sneaker, presenting a trend towards fashion-forward yet functional footwear. - **Sustainability in Outdoor Wear:** The 'Raid Wind' trek sneaker presents an opportunity for outdoor wear brands to incorporate sustainable materials and production methods. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion and Apparel:** The fashion industry can capitalize on the trend of merging functionality and fashion in outdoor footwear designs. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The 'Raid Wind' trek sneaker applies high-performance technology to outdoor footwear, targeting the outdoor recreation industry. - **Sustainable Fashion:** The incorporation of sustainable materials in the 'Raid Wind' trek sneaker presents new opportunities for sustainable fashion brands in the outdoor wear sector. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hybrid Outdoor Shoe Upgrades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpinway-advanced.md) - [Y2K Era Hiking Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-acg-air-exploraid.md) - [Snow Boot-Inspired Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xt6-sneaker-2.md) - [Hi-Tech Trail Stealthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speedcross-advanced.md) - [Tonal Performance Hiking Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salomon-xa-pro-3d-la-yaute.md) - [Iridescent Trail Running Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-xt4-og.md) - [Militant Heavy-Duty Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gr10k-x-salomon-quest-low-2-sneakers.md) - [Earth-Toned Trail Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xalp-suede-1.md) - [Futuristic Sleek Bouldering Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ab2-11s.md)