# Earthy Tonal Rugged Footwear BEAMS and Salomon Launch a XA PRO 3D GTX Shoe Together By Amy Duong | Published 2020-09-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xa-pro-3d-gtx References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/9/beams-salomon-xa-pro-3d-gtx-release-date-info) & [beams.co.jp](https://www.beams.co.jp/item/beams/shoes/11313157757/?color=67) [BEAMS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xalp-suede-1) works in collaboration with [Salomon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xtpathway) on a new iteration of the XA PRO 3D GTX sneaker model. The Japanese retailer blends its expertise with the French sportswear brand to unveil the high-tech and durable silhouette made for hiking. It is crafted with a fully lined [GORE-TEX material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skychaser-goretex) to ensure that it provides waterproof elements throughout terrain during hiking. It also boasts zig zag overlays with an additional elastic toggle lacing system for adjustment. At the toes are some hard rubber cap for bolster. To round out the foundational structure of the XA PRO 3D GTX model, the bottom features Salomon's 3D Chassis for full support and all-around direction stabilization with a toothed ContraGrip outsole for traction. Image Credit: BEAMS ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **High-tech Hiking Shoes:** Collaboration between fashion and sportswear brands creates high-tech and durable hiking shoes with waterproof and adjustable systems for comfort. - **GORE-TEX Material:** Utilization of a fully-lined GORE-TEX material creates waterproof, durable element to hiking shoes. - **3D Chassis Support:** Salomon's 3D Chassis provides full support and all-around direction stabilization through hiking shoes. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Collaboration between fashion and sportswear brands creates opportunities for durable and fashionable outdoor wear. - **Sportswear:** Integrating technology advancements and material innovations in sportswear creates opportunities for durable, high-performance products. - **Outdoor Recreational Equipment:** Integrating innovative materials and technology advancements in outdoor equipment creates opportunities for enhanced safety and performance in recreational activities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stealthy Collaborative Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xtpathway.md) - [Earthy Tonal Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xa-pro-3d-amphib.md) - [Earth-Toned Trail Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xalp-suede-1.md) - [Exclusive Stealthy Joint Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acs-og1.md) - [Urban Trail Shoe Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-salomon-xtwhisper.md) - [Tonal Performance Hiking Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salomon-xa-pro-3d-la-yaute.md) - [Gorpcore Performance Gritty Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xt6-goretex-concrete-jungle.md) - [Militant Heavy-Duty Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gr10k-x-salomon-quest-low-2-sneakers.md) - [Futuristic Sleek Bouldering Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ab2-11s.md)