Etnies x Michelin Marana Black Raw

Marana x Michelin, the rubber compound that changes the equation

This pair starts from a simple truth: a skate shoe wears out through the sole first. So Etnies teamed up with Michelin — the rubber specialist, not a decorative co-sign — to fully rework the Marana's outsole. The result: an outsole three times more durable than the standard build, engineered to take repeated sessions without losing grip. This collab sits in the lineage of cross-industry partnerships that have redefined durability in skateboarding, where technical performance outweighs pure aesthetics.

The Black Raw colorway takes that approach all the way: full black from toe to sole, no break in tone, built to stand out through construction rather than color. The upper combines genuine suede and synthetic, with a fused-on rubber toe cap covering the zone that takes the most abuse in session — now fully armored. Hidden lace loops clean up the visual line while keeping grip tape from catching on the eyelets, while the padded tongue and collar bring that premium touch separating a shoe built with intent from a basic lifestyle sneaker. On this colorway, only the brown sockliner quietly gives up the Michelin signature — a detail that rewards a closer look.

Technically, this cupsole doesn't cut corners. STI Evolution Foam built into the midsole absorbs impact on the hardest landings, while the Michelin outsole delivers grip that stays reliable flip after flip — user feedback describes a feel that's literally glued to the board. In daily street rotation, that architecture translates into comfort that settles in after a short break-in period and holds up over time. One note on sizing: this pair runs small, so going a half size up is the move for the right fit.