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Nike’s New ACG Hiker Quietly Doubles as an All-Black, All-Conditions Tactical Boot

Already one of the headliners of the new All Conditions Gear, the ACG Zegama Hike is only beginning to show its true colors.

Close-up of a black shoe sole with textured tread and an orange "vibram" logo.Nike
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By Jack Seemer

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Nike’s ACG Zegama Hike already headlines the relaunch of the company’s cult-favorite outdoor division, All Conditions Gear. But the capable boot is only now beginning to show its true colors.

The ACG Zegama Hike “Anthracite” drops the earthy, trail-coded palette of earlier releases in favor of a blacked-out finish that wouldn’t look out of place in a special-ops field kit.

Pair of black high-top athletic shoes with textured uppers and Vibram soles on a white background.
The ACG Zegama Hike “Anthracite” trades the earthy palette of previous releases for an all-black finish.
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All black gear

On the technical side, little has changed under the hood.

Nike built the Zegama Hike around a breathable upper, Vibram Megagrip outsole and a dual-compound midsole made with ZoomX foam, grounding the boot in technology that established Nike’s reputation on the roads.

Black high-top athletic sneaker with textured fabric upper and thick cushioned sole.
The boot utilizes a dual-compound midsole, which includes a layer of ZoomX foam directly underneath the foot.
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Pair of black trail running shoes with mesh uppers and black laces viewed from above.
The boots trades water repellency for all-around breathability and comfort.
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As Gear Patrol covered at launch, the boot utilizes a high-cut, supportive chassis with a focus on stability over technical scrambling speed.

Nike describes the platform as designed for long, load-bearing days on the mountain, overlapping neatly with what a tactical or uniformed user would actually demand from their gear. Strip away any bright color blocking and what you have left is a silhouette that looks purpose-built for that world.

Close-up of a black Nike sneaker with textured knit fabric, black laces, and a visible Nike swoosh on the side.
Black upper, black midsole, black outsole.
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Pair of black athletic shoes with ACG logo on the heel and pull tabs at the back.
Subtle ACG branding sits on the heels.
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The ACG Zegama Hike “Anthracite” delivers exactly that: black upper, black midsole, black outsole and no accent panels.

What little contrast there is arrives via the Vibram marker on the sole.

Here, however, that detail reads strictly utilitarian, underscoring the boot’s ability to transition from mountain trails to urban pavement, without advertising the fact.

Close-up of a black sneaker heel with textured fabric upper and Vibram logo on the sole.
The Vibram logo is the only accent mark on the shoe.
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Black rugged shoe sole with deep treads and a yellow Vibram logo in the center.
The Vibram Megagrip outsole provides reliable traction for the long haul.
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Availability and pricing

The ACG Zegama Hike “Anthracite” is available now from Nike’s official website for $190.

About the Author:

Jack Seemer is the executive editor at Gear Patrol, with over a decade of experience in product journalism. He currently reports on a wide range of topics, including footwear, watches, EDC, cookware and more.

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