Mizuno Contender x Hanon

HANON continues a partnership with Japanese sportswear brand Mizuno as we present part two of a second collaborative venture. Initially teased in 2021 alongside our Japanese football inspired capsule collection; the wait is finally over as we present a HANON edition of the Mizuno Contender. 

The Grampus dolphin is a prominent symbol of Nagoya: the two golden Grampus dolphins on the top of Nagoya Castle, and the Maru-Hachi (Circle eight), make up the city’s official emblem. The Grampus, also known as the Risso’s dolphin, can be seen off the coast in Scotland and has a distinctive grey body characterised by its unique ‘scored’ markings which appear over time. It was this unique natural quirk that provided the basis for our interpretation of Mizuno’s 90’s running classic, the Contender.

Combining elements from the Risso’s dolphin, our HANON x Mizuno Contender features subtle grey markings applied to the nubuck vamp and heel. The shiny silver mesh underlays are contrasted by a mix of luxe teal suede overlays, teal pebble leather overlays on the tongue and heel, and the upper is finished with a teal pearlised leather Runbird with white backer. Details include an embroidered HANON Flame logo and Mizuno ‘M’ logo on opposing tongues, dual embroidered branding on the heels, a bespoke insole with markings and a collaborative logo lock up.

• HANON x Mizuno Contender
• Subtle Grey Markings on Nubuck Overlays
• Shiny Silver Mesh Underlays
• Luxe Teal Suede & Pebble Leather Overlays
• Embroidered Dual Branding & Bespoke Collaborative Insole
• Silver / Trooper / Evergreen Colourway
  
• EVA Midsole
• Custom Box with Branded Tissue Paper
  
• Two Extra Laces Sets - White & Grey