Timberland is no longer the dominant force in Hip-Hop that it once was. Styles change over time and brands relying on staple footwear can find themselves looking back at the good old says and hoping that heritage and nostalgia will drive engagement and interest. Timberland doesn’t have a retail store in this region, so what is appearing in retail are the same 6 inch wheat Timbs in different colors. The lack of variation undercuts the work being done by the brand. Timberland has been making strides in materials and style with a rollout of dope design highlighted by a series of Waterproof kicks that would make the crew from Shaolin bring back puffy coats and Wu-Wear garment. Here are 5 waterproof options making me truly consider launching a retail location for alternative kicks.
Name: Sandale TIMBERLAND Castle Island 2 Strap TB0A43310191 Navy
Source: TIMBERLAND | Men’s GreenStride™ TBL® Originals Ultra Waterproof Boots
SRP: 170.00
Description: Arrives in 4 colors, including a rust colorway that is subtle, but extremely eye-catching, and features “New GreenStride™ soles are made using 75% natural sugar cane and rubber from trees. TimberDry™ linings are made of at least 50% recycled plastic diverted from landfills. Better Leather comes from a tannery rated silver for its environmental practices.”
Name: Timberland Earthkeepers® By Raeburn GS Edge Waterproof
Source: TIMBERLAND | Men’s Earthkeepers® by Raeburn GS Edge Waterproof Boots
SRP: 190.00
Description: This is tactical gear meant for the grind. No way you should be rocking these on the street simply to look fresh. This just feels like you’re on the hunt. “The Earthkeepers® by Raeburn collection represents our highest level of eco-innovation. Creative Director Christopher Raeburn uses GreenStride™ innovation to reimagine boots. These soles are made of 75% renewable sugar cane and responsible natural rubber from trees to create a naturally comfortable foam. The boots are completely waterproof thanks to TimberDry™ linings made of 50% recycled plastic.”
Name: Timberland Rugby Stribet poloskjorte
Source: TIMBERLAND | Men’s Treeline Waterproof Hiking Boots
SRP: 150.00
Description: Less expensive than other brown-green on this list, they are definitely for a more mature look. Only arriving in two colors, both dark brown leather based boots, this pair has a recycled shearling styled lining to add warmth to your protective pair.
Name: Best Timberland sneakers for men
Source: TIMBERLAND | Men’s GreenStride™ Solar Wave Waterproof Hikers
SRP: 160.00
Description: I have a pair of NMD’s that I retired a while back. That shoe looks like it wanted to be this shoe. As a matter of fact, the shape is almost identical to the adidas Chukka NMD. The big difference? This pair is much more eco-friendly. The REBOTL™ and TIMBERDRY™ that makes the Solar Wave (an excellent name) an option that looks like a performance sneaker more than a pair of Timbs.
Name: Timberland Greenstride™ Solar Ridge Waterproof
Source: TIMBERLAND | Men’s GreenStride™ Solar Ridge Waterproof Hiking Boots
SRP: 225.00
Description: The most expensive pair on this list is also my choice for wearing when I turn up “Triumph” and exit the car like Rebel INS crawling the wall and delivering bars. These joints are damn near perfect.