A$AP ROCKY and PUMA Revive Rally Racing DNA on the Straycat

Name: A$AP ROCKY x PUMA StraycatColorway: Black/RedSKU: 408509-01MSRP: $150 USDRelease Date: August 27Where to Buy: PUMAPUMA and its Creative Director, A$AP ROCKY, have officially unveiled the brand-new Straycat sneaker, a striking silhouette inspired by a trail icon from the brand's archive. Handpicked by Rocky himself, the design takes cues from the 2005 Ouninpohja Explorador II, pushing performance-inspired design into bold new territory by blending trail grit with motorsport heritage.The sneaker immediately captures attention with its complex upper, highlighted by a dark black and grey base, hand-distressed materials, and vibrant contrasting hits of red and orange around the collar. A metallic silver PUMA Formstrip adorns the sidewall, while a unique lime green double lacing configuration adds a distinct layer of visual intrigue to the rugged upper. Grounding the aggressive design is a chunky, wrap-up sole equipped with a Vibram-enhanced rubber compound and tire-inspired traction. This marks Vibram's first true co-branded outsole, which features a custom PUMA cat logo thoughtfully placed near the toe.Renamed the Straycat to capture the spirit of an outlier built for rugged terrain but meant for the streets, this reengineered 2005 icon seamlessly balances outdoor utility with refined, fashion-forward streetwear aesthetics. Accompanying the highly anticipated footwear drop is a curated lineup of collaborative apparel and accessories. The broader collection expands on the motorsports-meets-streetwear universe, featuring matching apparel pieces alongside functional bags, racing-style gloves, and balaclavas to complete the head-to-toe aesthetic.Click here to view full gallery at Hypebeast

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A$AP ROCKY and PUMA Revive Rally Racing DNA on the Straycat

Name: A$AP ROCKY x PUMA Straycat
Colorway: Black/Red
SKU: 408509-01
MSRP: $150 USD
Release Date: August 27
Where to Buy: PUMA

PUMA and its Creative Director, A$AP ROCKY, have officially unveiled the brand-new Straycat sneaker, a striking silhouette inspired by a trail icon from the brand's archive. Handpicked by Rocky himself, the design takes cues from the 2005 Ouninpohja Explorador II, pushing performance-inspired design into bold new territory by blending trail grit with motorsport heritage.

The sneaker immediately captures attention with its complex upper, highlighted by a dark black and grey base, hand-distressed materials, and vibrant contrasting hits of red and orange around the collar. A metallic silver PUMA Formstrip adorns the sidewall, while a unique lime green double lacing configuration adds a distinct layer of visual intrigue to the rugged upper. Grounding the aggressive design is a chunky, wrap-up sole equipped with a Vibram-enhanced rubber compound and tire-inspired traction. This marks Vibram's first true co-branded outsole, which features a custom PUMA cat logo thoughtfully placed near the toe.

Renamed the Straycat to capture the spirit of an outlier built for rugged terrain but meant for the streets, this reengineered 2005 icon seamlessly balances outdoor utility with refined, fashion-forward streetwear aesthetics. Accompanying the highly anticipated footwear drop is a curated lineup of collaborative apparel and accessories. The broader collection expands on the motorsports-meets-streetwear universe, featuring matching apparel pieces alongside functional bags, racing-style gloves, and balaclavas to complete the head-to-toe aesthetic.

Click here to view full gallery at Hypebeast