[Update 24 Feb 2023] Following its NYC pop-up store, the Reese Cooper x Merrell 1TRL footwear collection is getting a wider release. First dropping via Reese Cooper on 24 February, a wider release will follow on 3 March via Merrell and selected retailers. In the meantime, check out the latest images of the pairs on the article slider above, provided by @soleretriever.

Los Angeles-based designer Reese Cooper may be young at age, but he has seen a flourishing career with his namesake brand for the past years to count. Returning with outdoor label Merrell 1TRL, the duo has prepared a collaborative footwear collection of three silhouettes.

First on the list comes two Hydro Runner slip-ons, where the EVA shell and mesh upper construction gets outfitted in respective beige and green marble hues on each pair. Opting for a more classic hiking aesthetic with the MTL MQM, black or green options docks the recycled uppers TPU waterproof shell for versatility with an avant-garde touch.

Lastly, gorpcore fans’ favorite arrives with the MTL Long Sky 2 in green and brown renditions. Aside co-branding details, all pairs are equipped with Vibram outsoles, a perfect choice from the outdoor label’s trail-inspired 1TRL division.

Pre-releasing on 11 February via a NYC pop-up store, the Reese Cooper x Merrell 1 TRL footwear collection will also see an online drop in the near future. Till then, join us as we await for more details to come from either brands.

In other sneaker-related news, check out the XLARGE x Dickies capsule collection.