# Hiking-Ready Multi-Purpose Sneakers The Broken Arm Updates the Salomon Techamphibia Shoe By Amy Duong | Published 2022-06-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/techamphibia References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/6/the-broken-arm-salomon-techamphibia-collab-release-info) The [Broken Arms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coverboot) works in collaboration with [Salomon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xa-pro-3d-amphib) to build upon their ongoing partnership -- this time around, it highlights the Techamphibia silhouette. The footwear structure of the latest model presents itself as a water shoe, which is also notably suitable for hiking. It can sustain water and quickly dries off when back on the move hiking through drier land. The new iteration updated by The Broken Arm has mesh wrapped around a white base foundation. It also features hand-painted details in the form of floral patterning that makes up a palette of green, pink, purple, and yellow. It has a beige tonal cage that wraps around the lateral side of the shoe and a quick lacing system. Image Credit: The Broken Arm ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Multi-purpose Footwear:** Opportunity to create versatile footwear that can be worn for different activities such as hiking and water activities. - **Quick Drying Shoes:** Designing shoes that can effectively dry off after exposure to water for greater comfort and convenience. - **Hand-painted Details:** Applying unique and custom designs onto shoes for added aesthetic and personalization. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** Footwear companies can explore the concept of multi-purpose shoes or designing quick-drying shoes for various outdoor activities. - **Outdoor Sports:** Opportunity to explore more innovative outdoor sports equipment to improve the experience and performance of people participating in them. - **Fashion and Design:** Fashion and design companies can incorporate unique hand-painted designs on clothing or shoes to offer customers more personalized products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Earthy Tonal Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xa-pro-3d-amphib.md) - [Stitched Breathable Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rx-travel-60.md) - [Technical Premium Hiking Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amoeba.md) - [Hi-Tech Trail Stealthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speedcross-advanced.md) - [Hybrid Outdoor Shoe Upgrades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpinway-advanced.md) - [Reworked Tech Trail Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xtwhisper-1.md) - [Ultra-Cushioned Hiking Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hiking-sneaker.md) - [Durable Waterproof Technical Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xt6-sneaker.md) - [Urban Trail Shoe Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-salomon-xtwhisper.md)