Kith x Salomon XT-EVO Releases August 7
Ronnie Fieg's Kith and Salomon are introducing a new performance silhouette called the XT-EVO, set to drop August 7 as part of the &Kin Fall 2026 collection. The model pairs Salomon's trail-running heritage with reinforced TPU construction, arriving in two distinct colorways.
By Jordan Ellis
A New Technical Silhouette Emerges
After weeks of teasing across social platforms, Kith has officially unveiled the Salomon XT-EVO—a fresh addition to the ongoing partnership between Ronnie Fieg's brand and the French outdoor performance label. The XT-EVO represents a departure in silhouette design while maintaining Salomon's core functionality. Rather than a straight reissue or minor rework, the model stakes its own territory within Salomon's expanding contemporary lineup.
Design Details
The XT-EVO borrows the sole unit from Salomon's established XT-6, grounding the shoe in proven trail-tested geometry. Everything above the midsole, however, charts new ground. Heavy TPU reinforcement dominates the upper, with a pronounced molded shell wrapping the lower half of the foot. Sharp panel lines and diamond-shaped detailing interrupt the protective surface, creating visual tension between technical utility and contemporary streetwear sensibility. The shoe retains Salomon's signature pull-lacing system, though the tongue and laces sit slightly inboard—a subtle ergonomic adjustment that refines the overall fit.
Kith is introducing the XT-EVO in two colorways within the &Kin Fall 2026 collection. The first blends a striking palette of black, yellow, red, and blue, delivering bold chromatic contrast. The second opts for restraint, working primarily in grey and purple tones for a more subdued aesthetic. This dual-colorway approach allows collectors to choose between statement and understated, a strategy Kith has refined across its collaborative releases.
Building on Established Partnership
This is not Kith's first venture into new Salomon silhouettes. The brand previously introduced the Salomon XT-Voyager in late 2024, followed by a second iteration earlier in 2025. That model has remained closely tethered to Kith's distribution channels—a pattern that suggests the XT-EVO may follow a similar trajectory initially, with a potential wider retail rollout to follow. This exclusivity period reinforces Kith's positioning as a curator of innovation rather than a traditional wholesale collaborator.
The XT-EVO sits at the intersection of Salomon's trail-running credentials and contemporary sneaker culture's appetite for technically informed design. It avoids the pitfalls of either world by refusing to fully commit to pure outdoor utility or pure lifestyle aesthetics—instead occupying the increasingly populated middle ground where functional performance and wearable design coexist.
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Release Info
Both Kith x Salomon XT-EVO colorways drop August 7, 2026, through the Kith app, Kith.com, and Kith retail locations as part of the &Kin Fall 2026 collection. Given the brand's track record with collaborative launches, availability may be limited and sell-through could be swift.
FAQs
When does the Kith x Salomon XT-EVO release?
The XT-EVO releases August 7, 2026, across Kith's digital and physical channels as part of the &Kin Fall 2026 collection.
Where can I buy the Kith x Salomon XT-EVO?
The shoe will be available through the Kith app, Kith.com, and Kith retail stores. Given the brand's collaboration pattern, availability may be limited to Kith's distribution initially.
How many colorways are there?
Kith is launching the XT-EVO in two colorways: one combining black, yellow, red, and blue, and a second in grey and purple.
Release Info
Product: Kith x Salomon XT-EVO
Release Date: August 7, 2026
Colorways: 2 (Black/Yellow/Red/Blue and Grey/Purple)
Retailers: Kith app, Kith.com, Kith stores
Collection: &Kin Fall 2026
