MERRELL, BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA DESIGN ICONIC HIKER TO FOSTER INCLUSIVE OUTDOOR EXPERIENCES | PR Newswire [Video]

The partnership emphasizes how mentorship and outdoor equity can unlock curiosity, aspiration, and empowerment for young individuals

, /PRNewswire/ — Merrell®, the world’s leading hike and outdoor footwear brand, announced it has collaborated on an exclusive design of the brand’s modern and innovative Moab Speed 2 in partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA). The partnership supports the crucial need for mentorship and further promotes their shared mission to build confidence, ignite passion for nature, and inspire the journey to our full potential.

The limited-edition hiker was designed and inspired by a Merrell team member who is a volunteer “Big” – or mentor – with Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) – infusing the color and spirit of the organization into the shoe. The duo’s mindful design resulted in a playful green and black colorway, along with the program’s namesake across the heel.

“In our fourth year of partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of …