If you’ve ever let your mind drift off in the middle of a workday, thinking about the great outdoors and how nice it would be to ditch the cubicle for a wooded trail or wide open hike, you’re not alone. The squads at Bodega and Salomon have been there, and they’ve got the perfect shoe for your 9-5 escapism.
Following up on an irie collaboration between the two brands in 2022, and despite some shake-ups at the Boston-based retailer, Bodega and Salomon are back together with an XT-4 in a familiar colorway. Reminiscent of a few Bodega collabs from the past, The Glider XT-4 features an upper decked out in pale purple with brown overlays on the support cage and toecap. The midsole gets a gecko green with speckled grey mixed in on top of a brown outsole. The heel collar adds the most color with a pop of vibrant orange.
The lifestyle shoot for the shoe plays heavily on the office daydream theme, pairing the technical sneaker with oversized suits and office furniture. Whether you’re off-road or out to lunch, the Bodega XT-4 has the specs to keep you comfy, with a full-length Agile Chassis System for stability and balance, dual-density EVA cushioning for responsiveness, and a classic Salomon Quick Lace System.
The Bodega x Salomon XT-4 OG The Glider will release exclusively at Bodega August 23, 2025 followed by a global launch August 28. Available in men’s sizes, the retail price is set at $200. Download the Sole Retriever mobile app to stay updated on the latest releases, raffles, news, and more in the sneaker and streetwear world.
Zach Harris is a writer based in Philadelphia. His work has appeared in Rolling Stone, Vice, Complex, High Times, and more. He is obsessed with skateboarding and bowling. He is still looking for his first 300. zach.h@soleretriever.com
