Footpatrol X Mizuno Contender Black

Footpatrol and Mizuno team up for the second time in 2022 to bring us the “Pre & Post Match” edition of the Contender. With the London-based retailer celebrating its 20th Anniversary, its collaborative efforts have done well to explore underappreciated footwear brands. Just take a look at its “Heritage of Jazz” rendition of Saucony’s timeless runner, the Jazz. It’s no wonder the Gas Mask logoed brand has been pushing Mizuno across its socials because, with products like this, it really deserves more love within the sneakerhead community.

The tongue details the collaboration with Footpatrol’s name and anniversary featuring above the Mizuno spell-out logo in a shiny finish. A premium nubuck material in “Irongate Grey” and a supple football boot leather, are what establish the quality materials of this partnership. The glossy finish on the Runbird insignia elegantly contrasts the other muted details on the upper, giving an extra pop with its turquoise outline, a colour that features throughout. The white midsoles keep things classic and let the intricate panelling above garner all the attention it ought to have. Footpatrol says these were designed “with both sneaker enthusiasts & football fans in mind”, which is clear to see, but even if you’re just after a premium shoe then you couldn’t go wrong with having these laced on your feet.

This pair of Footpatrol x Mizuno Contenders drop alongside a Football jersey in the same “Irongate Grey” and black colourway. For more information on how to pick either of these up, keep it locked with us over at The Sole Supplier.