
New Balance’s Retro-Coded Nike Competitor Gets an Eye-Catching New Edition
With roots in '80s style, the nostalgic Gator Run sneaker gets its most vivid interpretation yet ... just in time for summer.

Hayley Helms is an associate editor at Gear Patrol specializing in outdoor gear. Once upon a time, she wrote for Men’s Journal, Gearjunkie and Shape. Whether it's testing a new rain shell or putting a pair of hiking boots through its paces, she leaves no stone unturned (however, she always Leaves No Trace).

With roots in '80s style, the nostalgic Gator Run sneaker gets its most vivid interpretation yet ... just in time for summer.
By Hayley Helms

The Japanese running brand's iconic series gets updated via the Gel-Kayano 33, featuring a new stability system and underfoot tech.
By Hayley Helms

Finally, fans of the quintessential Canadian tuxedo can be wrapped in the heritage material from head to toe.
By Hayley Helms

The brand's Endorphin Pro 5 gets a chromed-out makeover, giving it a supersonic vibe that matches its precision pedigree.
By Hayley Helms

The sleek Samba looks almost unrecognizable thanks to a luxury-minded rework and an elevated take on its everyday approachability.
By Hayley Helms

The effortlessly cozy Tasman Breeze is more summer-ready than ever, thanks to an eye-catching update with functional pedigree.
By Hayley Helms

The Knu Skool Shoe mixes Vans' signature skate style with premium materials, elevating the iconic silhouette.
By Hayley Helms

While its design was intended for the jobsite, Carhartt's rugged, durable tote is the ideal organizer for car camping essentials.
By Hayley Helms

The Gorpcore-inspired lifestyle sneaker with technical performance roots gets a fresh new look for Spring 2026.
By Hayley Helms

The brand’s latest lifestyle release reworks a fan-favorite model with a more refined, legacy-driven approach.
By Hayley Helms

Blending Brazilian and Japanese influences along with a modern look, the Pace x Gel-Kayano 12.1 gives the classic dad shoe a much-needed edge.
By Hayley Helms

Finisterre's Coastal Zip Up Jacket is built for the long haul, combining timeless appeal with high quality materials and construction.
By Hayley Helms

The latest OTW by Vans creation blends a heritage model with multiple Y2K trends, delivering a shoe sure to stand out from the crowd.
By Hayley Helms

The Abzorb 2010 Grey Days is a masterclass fusion of retro Y2K styling and New Balance's quintessential color palette.
By Hayley Helms

The Coraza Roller brings the brand's signature durability, sustainability and color to a well-known design, updating it with smart details.
By Hayley Helms

While its inspiration lies in retro runners, the new Ghost Sprint Ballet Flat takes the ballet-sneaker hybrid trend to modern new heights.
By Hayley Helms

The jelly shoe was beginning to lose its momentum until the Swoosh stepped in and gave the retro style new life.
By Hayley Helms

Chaco and Wrangler's Suede Clog is certainly unexpected ... but somehow, the mash-up between the two iconic brands totally works.
By Hayley Helms

The SpeedARC Matis Gore-Tex SP leans on sleek style and a technical build to deliver a shoe that's equally suited to the city and campsite.
By Hayley Helms

Designed as the luxurious lifestyle counterpart to the technical, inline XT-6, the refreshed XT-MM6 is back with more style than ever.
By Hayley Helms