Mark Gonzales adidas TERREX Collab Drops

This marks the first collaboration between Mark Gonzales and adidas's outdoor performance division, TERREX. The partnership merges Gonzales' influential skate and art legacy with the technical requirements of outdoor gear, a concept he says was important to him, stating, "TERREX builds products that are meant to actually be used and handle real terrain." The centerpiece of the collection is the Skychaser GTX hiking shoe, a technical silhouette featuring a GORE-TEX waterproof lining for durability and traction. Retailing for $170, the shoe incorporates a ripstop and mesh base with cream, tan, and red accents, alongside a toggle lacing system for a secure fit. Gonzales' signature "Shmoofoil" artwork is featured throughout the accompanying apparel. This collaboration is part of a long-standing relationship between Gonzales and adidas, which has spanned over two decades. Previous collaborations have often drawn from adidas's archives, such as the Aloha Super, which was inspired by an adiStar Fencing shoe Gonzales wore during a 1998 art performance in Germany. The collection's apparel includes hoodies, tees, shorts, pants, and a rain jacket, all featuring Gonzales' line-drawn figures and cityscapes. The graphics are applied using reflective detailing, puff print, and screenprint techniques to balance technical function with artistic expression. This partnership exemplifies a growing trend of blending skate culture with outdoor and performance brands. Other notable examples include London-based skate brand Palace collaborating with Canadian outdoor company Arc'teryx on a collection of GORE-TEX jackets and other essentials. Similarly, Vans has partnered with The North Face on multiple occasions, creating weather-resistant versions of classic skate shoes like the Sk8-Hi MTE and apparel such as a collaborative Nuptse jacket. These collections infuse technical features like water-repellant coatings and advanced insulation into established skate aesthetics. Skate brands like DC Shoes have also pushed into outdoor performance by developing full snowboarding lines, including boots and technical outerwear, sometimes in partnership with other brands like FTP or Burton. This reflects a shared ethos between the two cultures, which are both rooted in movement and navigating diverse environments.