Urban Research x Salomon XA PRO 3D GTX Releases October 2026
Urban Research and Salomon have aligned on a refined earth-toned interpretation of the XA PRO 3D GTX, pairing deep brown and burgundy mesh with slate-blue accents and a technical black framework. The collaboration arrives in October 2026 at ¥23,100 JPY (approximately $147 USD).
By Jordan Ellis
Design Details
The Urban Research x Salomon XA PRO 3D GTX anchors itself in a muted brown-to-burgundy mesh base, a palette that feels considered rather than obvious. Against this earthy foundation, glossy black overlays define the shoe's structural geometry—cage panels, heel cups, and protective reinforcements that signal the silhouette's trail heritage without aesthetic compromise.
The restraint extends to secondary color blocking. Slate-blue and grey panels interrupt the darker upper with surgical precision, creating visual depth while maintaining the overall cohesion. Reflective detailing traces the angular cage and heel structure, adding functional dimensionality to what could otherwise read as purely chromatic.
Technical flourishes ground the design in function. A protective toe structure wraps the forefoot, while black Quicklace-style lacing simplifies adjustment on the trail. The sole unit remains predominantly black—a grounding choice that anchors the lighter uppers. Large Salomon branding across the heel serves as one of the few overt graphic statements, ensuring legibility without overstatement.
The XA PRO 3D GTX Framework
The XA PRO 3D GTX remains one of Salomon's most purposeful trail platforms, engineered for mixed terrain and variable weather. GORE-TEX integration guarantees water resistance, while the reinforced upper provides the lateral stability that technical footwear demands. The substantial outsole is engineered for traction across rock, root, and loose descent—not a lifestyle reinterpretation, but a tool that happens to work in urban contexts.
Urban Research's involvement places this release in the tradition of considered, minimal collaborations that respect the host silhouette rather than overwrite it. This is the second union between the Tokyo-based retailer and Salomon, a partnership built on shared principles around understated technical design.
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Release Info
The Urban Research x Salomon XA PRO 3D GTX "Brown" will release in October 2026. The colorway is announced as a standalone offering—no alternative palettes have been confirmed at this stage.
FAQs
When does the Urban Research x Salomon XA PRO 3D GTX release?
The collaboration releases in October 2026. Specific drop date and retail locations have not yet been announced.
How much will the Urban Research x Salomon XA PRO 3D GTX cost?
Retail is set at ¥23,100 JPY, approximately $147 USD. Pricing may vary by region and retailer.
Where can I buy the Urban Research x Salomon XA PRO 3D GTX Brown?
Urban Research will carry the shoe at its retail locations and online platform. Additional retailers and international availability have not been confirmed.
Release Info
Availability: October 2026
Retail Price: ¥23,100 JPY (approx. $147 USD)
Colorway: Brown
Key Features: GORE-TEX weather protection, reflective cage and heel trim, Quicklace lacing system, protective toe structure, trail-ready outsole
Where to Buy: Urban Research (primary retailer; additional stockists TBC)
