A blast from the past has arrived and it comes from the good folk at New Balance.

After seeing the guides at the Mount Rainier climbing school wearing running shoes, New Balance took it upon themselves to rethink the chunky, heavy traditional hiking boot that were available at the time. Its appearance comes straight from the archive and is an instant 80’s throwback that’s filled with nostalgia.

Over the years, the Rainier has been a feature for many collaborations including Nordic greats Norse Projects and more recently, everyones favourite, Aimé Leon Dore. This latest inline offering from New Balance however features a sturdy leather construction in a ‘Glazed Ginger’ finish. Of course, the rugged outsole that’s prepped and ready to take on any terrain is courtesy of Vibram which means this latest iteration is just as prepared as its OG.

Take a closer look below and shop the New Balance Rainier online here!