Australia-based sneaker publication Sneaker Freaker has linked up with New Balance once again to release the much-anticipated 997.5 “Tassie Tiger”.

A follow-up to 2013’s “Tassie Devil”, the Sneaker Freaker x New Balance 997.5 “Tassie Tiger” draws inspiration from a marsupial that was once indigenous to Australia.

Update: The Sneaker Freaker x New Balance 997.5 “Tassie Tiger” will be exclusively available at Limited Edt Vault (313@Somerset) on July 23^th, at a retail price of S$279.

The last Tasmanian Tiger became extinct sometime during the 20^th century, and it is this once-majestic animal that Sneaker Freaker referenced for the design of the “Tassie Tiger”.

Accordingto Sneaker Freaker, this blockbuster sneaker features “the blackest suede in the animal kingdom” at the mid-foot, contrasting the terracotta red suede on the upper. The kicks are also flanked by fang-like paintwork at the forefoot next to a multicolored, speckled midsole.

The Sneaker Freaker x New Balance 997.5 “Tassie Tiger” will be available online on July 16^th.

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