The recent resurgence in Saucony has been unparalleled this year with the runners favourite garnering a new group of sneaker-loving admirers. The Pennsylvania-based brand closes it’s 2012 collection with two collaborative projects with lifestyle boutique BAIT and heralded footwear store PYS.

The first part is set for release on the 24th November and is a three way collaboration with PYS (Pick Your Shoes), which sees the Shadow 6000 brilliantly reworked in premium, contrast suede. Released under the moniker ‘Blue Apples’, conceptually based on Adam & Eve and the forbidden fruit, this eye catching colourway perfectly showcases the iconic lines of this classic 90s runner. A tan rubber outsole and heel piece are used whilst the shoe is finished off with the PYS branding on the tongue and lacetips.

Part Two is a direct collaboration with BAIT reworking the silhouette of the classic 1994 runner, the Grid 9000. Named the ‘Viridian Burner’, this high-performance shoe is given the premium touch with perforated suede overlays and underlays, whilst 3M reflective technology is used to accent the lateral side of the sneaker. A serrated BAIT branded pull runs under the lacing system to the tongue whilst the midsole is brought to life with a viridian green/black gradient.

As with all previous Saucony collaborations, numbers are limited. For additional information, please contact us via email or calling the store on +44 191 231 3983.

To celebrate their tenth anniversary, Australian trainer experts Sneaker Freaker are teaming up with some of the most recognisable and revered names in footwear to bring you reworked versions of genuine cult classics. One of such colab is with Saucony, comprising a reworking of the classic Grid 9000 runner, neatly following on from Pennsylvanian brand’s recent collaboration with Packers.

Dubbed the ‘Bushwhacker’, this understated release features some subtle changes to the original silhouette, whilst still utilising the key features of the original design. Perhaps most notable is the black and mint ‘Tiffany’ inspired colourway, which is broken up by a speckle finished mid-sole unit, which is a unashamed nod to the 90′s. The uppers are a made from a combination of mesh underlays with premium suede overlays, offset with a comfortable yet durable neoprene tongue. Another striking detail is the tonal spring loaded lace lock which adds extra functionality to the tubular lace set without being too garish or out of place. As ever, the famed G.R.I.D. cushioning sole unit finishes the shoe, with the iconic ‘window’ system in the heel of the outersole.

The Saucony x Sneaker Freaker Grid 9000 is available to buy instore and online from 1000 BST on Friday 29th June, 2012. To register your interest, please email us at info@endclothing.co.uk or call us on +44 191 231 3983.