Year: 2026

Name: New Balance 2010 BEAMS 50th “Navy” Colorway: NavySKU: TBCMSRP: ¥23,980 JPY (approx. $151 USD)Release Date: May 23 Where to Buy: BEAMSNew Balance celebrates BEAMS’ 50th anniversary with an exclusive 2010 sneaker, coming in a “Navy” colorway.The upper is built from layered mesh and synthetic overlays, enveloped in layers of premium cow suede and soft nubuck overlays. The sneaker features a deep navy base accented by four different navy tones across panels, creating a rich, dimensional look. The iconic “N” logo is asymmetrically placed on each side, adding depth and a distinctive BEAMS twist. The insole carries BEAMS’ corporate color in co‑branded print, marking the collaboration. It comes with two lace options – navy and white – allowing for versatile styling. The tongue is detailed with subtle BEAMS branding, reinforcing the anniversary theme. Equipped with ABZORB cushioning in the midsole and Stability Web support underfoot, ensuring comfort and durability. View this post on InstagramA post shared by BEAMS | ビームス (@beams_official)

Name: Anna Sui x Converse All Star Aged HiColorway: Black/PurpleSKU: 31318040MSRP: ¥15,400 JPY (approx. $97 USD)Release Date: May 25 Where to Buy: ConverseAnna Sui has unveiled its newest footwear collaboration with Converse. While their previous offering consists of two WEAPONS silhouettes, the newest addition brings Anna Sui’s gothic romantic aesthetic to the classic All Star high-top model.The upper of the Anna Sui x Converse All Star Aged Hi is crafted from classic black canvas, beautifully elevated by the designer’s signature motifs and vibrant lavender-purple accents. Its lateral quarter features an embroidered filigreed-butterfly motif, which elegantly reappears as a custom metallic shoelace charm. These captivating hits of lavender-purple extend down to the outsole, across the iconic All Star patch and throughout a luxurious satin interior lining. Finally, glitzy speckled shoelaces illuminate the dark canvas, adding a perfect touch of shimmer to the overall silhouette. View this post on InstagramA post shared by ANNA SUI Japan (@annasui_japan)

SummaryMelbourne-based MAAP and British footwear brand QUOC have reunited to release the limited-edition M3 Pro ‘Leopard’ road cycling shoeThe design wraps QUOC’s race-winning M3 Pro architecture in a striking leopard print, symbolizing raw, instinctive speed and biological efficiencyWeighing in at a featherweight 242 grams, the shoe features a race-grade, unidirectional carbon fiber outsole engineered for uncompromising stiffness and power transferWhen raw instinct collides with race-day performance, every movement matters. Melbourne-based premium cycling apparel brand MAAP has once again joined forces with British footwear innovator QUOC to deliver their most striking collaboration to date: the M3 Pro “Leopard.” Built for uncompromising riders operating at maximum intensity, this limited-edition release takes the proven, race-winning architecture of QUOC’s flagship road shoe and reimagines it through a bold lens of high-speed precision.Staying true to their shared belief that technical excellence should never be divorced from progressive design, MAAP and QUOC have wrapped the M3 Pro’s high-performance upper in a distinctive leopard print. Paired with signature MAAP design cues—including an improved contrasting lining and a reinforced protective toe guard—the aggressive aesthetic perfectly mirrors the shoe’s explosive capabilities.Beneath the eye-catching exterior lies a masterclass in modern cycling tech. Tipping the scales at a featherweight 242 grams, the M3 Pro ‘Leopard’ utilizes a race-grade, unidirectional carbon fiber outsole. This ultra-stiff platform guarantees maximum power transfer from the rider to the pedals, allowing for instant acceleration during local crits or WorldTour breakaways. To balance this raw rigidity, QUOC integrated a vibration-dampening insole with anatomic pressure point relief, ensuring that peak output does not come at the expense of long-haul comfort.Fit and airflow have also been meticulously optimized for high-pressure racing scenarios. The shoe utilizes an innovative tongue-less wraparound construction that works in tandem with QUOC’s dual-dial micro-adjustment system and molded lace guides. This combination delivers a dialed-in, perfectly distributed fit that securely holds the foot during the most grueling efforts, while laser-cut perforations provide superior ventilation and seamless, on-the-fly tuning.Whether you are chasing marginal gains or simply looking to make an undeniable statement in the peloton, this exclusive collaboration delivers both form and function in spades. Produced in strictly limited quantities, the MAAP x QUOC M3 Pro ‘Leopard’ is available now via MAAP, QUOC, MAAP LaB stores, and selected global retailers for a premium price point of $450 USD. View this post on Instagram A post shared by MAAP (@maap.cc)