NEEDLES Japan Reconvenes With Reebok For The Beatnik Slides

Two colorways drop at midnight on 5/25.

Andrew Rizzo May 22, 2024

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NEEDLES and Reebok are back at it again with another Beatnik Slide delivery, building off the success of their 2018 collaboration with two essential, refreshed looks.

While the 2018 drop consisted of only one all-black pair, NEEDLES’ next effort brings a new tan version to market. The model’s base structure remains uninterrupted, but the lace strap is confined to the top portion, so you can’t put these in “sport mode” unlike the last delivery.

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All in all, the shoes walk a fine line between the familiar and unique. Suede fabrics nod to the premium feel of Birkenstock clogs among other slip-ons, but the utility-minded nature of the lace strap and sole place the Beatnik Slide firmly in the realm of “gorpcore” footwear. Just like the last drop, NEEDLES’ hallmark purple butterfly logo comes stitched on the lateral panel of both shoes.

We saw NEEDLES spread its influence on Reebok Beatnik Moc colorways of the same nature just last year, but their collaborative Beatnik Slides have remained top-of-mind among cult followers of the Japanese brand. Surely they’re glad to see the partnership revisit one of its most renowned outputs.

Both colorways drops at midnight (EST) on May 25th via Reebok for $120. Reference our “Where To Buy” section below for direct purchase links upon the duo’s arrival.

Needles Reebok 100207686

WHERE TO BUY

Mens Needles x Reebok Beatnik Slides

SKU: 100207686

RETAIL PRICE: $120

RELEASE DATE: May 25, 2024

US 05/25/2024 Saturday

Retailer	Release type	Status
Reebok US	Standard	Check Site

Get on the Where to Buy list

Needles Reebok 100207687

WHERE TO BUY

Mens Needles x Reebok Beatnik Slides

SKU: 100207687

RETAIL PRICE: $120

RELEASE DATE: May 25, 2024

US 05/25/2024 Saturday

Retailer	Release type	Status
Reebok US	Standard	Check Site

Get on the Where to Buy list

Written by

Andrew Rizzo, Junior Editor

Andrew Rizzo is an editor at Sneaker News based out of New York City. His primary interests include Air Jordan, Nike ACG, Nike Air Max, and New Balance footwear. Prior to joining Sneaker News, Andrew covered youth sports for several outlets and worked at one of the world’s top performance marketing agencies. He hails from Astoria, Queens and is a huge New York sports fan, particularly when it comes to the Knicks and Yankees.