Salomon’s New Gravel Chaser Defies Conventional Classification

The collaboration between Pas Normal Studios and the premium French outdoor sports brand is a rugged release designed to explore any terrain.

Pair of brown and yellow Salomon sneakers with black soles worn by a person against a purple background.

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By Hayley Helms

Published May 28, 2026

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Updated May 29, 2026

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Consumers are looking for faster, lighter footwear that can pull double duty on the trails, streets and everywhere between.

According to the Outdoor Industry Association’s 2025 Consumer Trends Report, casual and active lifestyle participants now account for more than 90 percent of outdoor market spending, even as hiking participation continues to reach record highs.

Brands are listening to the demand, and the latest demonstration comes in the form of Salomon’s new collaboration shoe with Copenhagen-based Pas Normal Studios.

The Pas Normal Studios x Salomon Grvl Concept is designed to easily transition between roadways, mixed terrain and rugged off-road environments.

Person wearing a hydration vest, light green shorts, white Salomon socks, and trail running shoes sitting on a dirt trail. — The new collaboration between Pas Normal Studios and Salomon signals the outdoor industry’s continued blending of technical components and aesthetically considered design.

Built to roam

The Grvl Concept is not a completely new silhouette; Salomon released its gravel-specific shoe on May 6th, positioning the new model as a road-to-trail hybrid with a high stack height, performance foam, full-length carbon plates and outsoles inspired by gravel bike tires.

Pair of brown and olive green athletic shoes with black soles and white elastic laces. — The new Grvl Concept Pas Normal Studios collaboration outfits Salomon’s gravel-focused silhouette in neutral-yet-striking colorways.

Now, less than a month later, we’ve got a follow-up on our hands … or rather, feet.

The Pas Normal Studios x Salomon Grvl Concept brings the performance-ready silhouette into the high-end cycling apparel brand’s T.K.O. Collection, its signature experimental and artistic sub-label dedicated to bold new designs.

The T.K.O. Collection is Pas Normal Studios’ experimental sub-label, which blends bold design language with technical platforms.

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Black rubber shoe sole with textured grip pattern and small red triangular detail near heel. — The outsole is inspired by gravel bike tires and delivers excellent grip and traction.

The collaboration maintains the PEBA-based supercritical foam midsole and dual Energy Blade full-length carbon plates, as well as the minimal 9-ounce weight, 6mm drop and maximal cushioning.

The lugs go from 2 to 2.5mm, the integrated gaiter gets outfitted in a striking green hue and the upper is reimagined in a gritty new brown shade with contrasting off-white Quicklace Neo system.

Brown Salomon trail running shoes with black soles and neon yellow heel tabs worn with brown socks. — Minimal co-branding hits let the technical design do the talking.

Minimal Pas Normal Studios branding appears as a small T.K.O. hit on the forefoot and the label’s initials on the back heel.

Thanks to its earth-toned new color palette and continued hybrid design, the new Grvl Concept both visually and physically excels in off-road and urban environments.

Availability and pricing

The Pas Normal Studios x Salomon Grvl Concept is available now on the Pas Normal Studios website, retailing for $300. The shoe is also available on Salomon’s website.

If you like what you see, act now: the versatile shoe is quickly selling through sizes.

Brown and olive green Salomon TKO sneaker with white laces and black textured sole.

Pas Normal Studios x Salomon Grvl Concept

$300 at Pas Normal Studios

About the Author: 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).

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