Culture

As someone born and raised in New York City, I’ve seen sneakers move from simple staples to symbols of culture — defining how we express ourselves in the streets, on stage, and beyond. These days, I can’t walk a block in SoHo or through Union Square without spotting someone rocking a pair of Salomons. What started as a French outdoor brand known for trail running has become one of the city’s most unexpected style codes — a perfect mix of function, comfort, and flair.

And now, Colombian superstar Feid just gave Salomon one of its most exciting crossovers yet with the XT-Pathway 2 FERXXO — his first-ever creative-directed sneaker.

Feid has been stepping deeper into the fashion space since becoming a Salomon ambassador in Spring 2024. After showcasing an XT-4 collab last summer, his latest project takes things to another level. The XT-Pathway 2 FERXXO brings Feid’s world — Medellín’s lush green mountains, his signature bright green aesthetic, and his genre-blending energy — into the Salomon universe.

This sneaker isn’t just about style; it’s a reflection of identity. The color green has always been personal for Feid — it represents hope, his hometown, and, of course, a little bit of money. That same energy lights up the XT-Pathway 2, featuring near-fluorescent shades of green across glow-in-the-dark panels, custom charms on the Quicklace™ system, and a hand-drawn caricature by Feid himself.

The connection between fashion and music has always run deep — especially here in NYC, where artists have long dictated what’s next in style. Feid knows this better than most, showcashing this sneaker during NYC’s Governor’s Ball. During his Hard Summer Festival set in Los Angeles this August, he brought out none other than Snoop Dogg, who hit the stage in an unreleased pair of Feid x Salomon XT-4 Friends & Family sneakers.

It was a moment that did more than break the internet — it broke boundaries. Seeing a hip-hop legend like Snoop cosign Feid’s vision connected two cultures in real time: Latin music’s global rise and hip-hop’s lasting influence. And while the Friends & Family pairs might never see shelves, they built the anticipation for the XT-Pathway 2 — the pair everyone can actually buy.

The XT-Pathway 2 FERXXO hit North America and Latin America on October 25 (with a global launch following October 28), just as the temperature started to drop. Winter in NYC means darker days, heavier fits — and for those who know, it’s the best time to let a bright sneaker shine. Those neon green tones pop even more against the city’s gray streets and subway stations.

These aren’t just hiking sneakers — they’re statements. In a city where Salomon has quietly climbed from niche outdoor gear to a mainstay of streetwear rotations, Feid’s collab feels right at home. You’ll see them lined up outside stores from the LES to Flatbush — people wanting a piece of this global connection between fashion, music, and movement.

Salomon’s rise in NYC mirrors Feid’s rise in global music. Both are breaking boundaries, blending worlds that weren’t supposed to meet, and redefining what “performance” means — whether it’s on the trails or on stage. The XT-Pathway 2 FERXXO celebrates that exact intersection of sport, style, and sound.

As Feid put it, “This shoe was made to stand out.” And in a city like New York, standing out isn’t just about being loud — it’s about being intentional.

For me, this one’s a Flex — without question. The design, the comfort, the cultural crossover — everything about this release feels authentic and forward-thinking. It’s not just a sneaker you wear; it’s a story you step into.

Because whether you’re on the subway, in a studio, or out in the streets of NYC, the XT-Pathway 2 FERXXO reminds you that the real trail is wherever you make your mark.

But now we want to hear from you: Flex, Trade, or Fade? Will you add the XT-Pathway 2’s to your rotation, hold for trade value, or skip entirely? Drop your take in the comments.