Singaporean artist Mark Ong, aka SBTG, and the famous Singapore retailer Limited Edt have once again teamed up with Japanese equipment manufacturer Asics to present a second version of the collaborative GEL-Lyte III released in 2018, the Monsoon Patrol. This 2021 iteration was first presented to us in a « Lichen Green/ Piedmont Grey » colorway in December 2020 (article available HERE). Then, an ultra-limited secret edition « Black/Black » will be available under certain conditions and especially for the luckiest ones !
Just like the first version released two years ago, this GEL-Lyte III Monsoon Patrol II is inspired by the discovery, exploration and monsoon season in Singapore. It will close the 30th anniversary celebration of the iconic split-tongue silhouette with modern and sought-after updates.
The Black/Black colorway will be exclusive to Singapore and only 72 pairs will be made available to the general public.
The all-black shoe features a water-resistant upper in quilted leather at the toe box and tongue cover with the Monsoon Patrol name in white. The side panels are trimmed in hairy suede and smooth suede covers the Tiger Stripes. Underneath the Tiger Stripes and on the insole, we can find the STBG’s camo signature very discreetly. The iconic split tongue is tightened with black laces and the new « Rebel Lace Sytem » additional elastic lacing system appears in bright orange, adding a nice touch of contrast. For maximum convenience and functionality, each lace unit is embellished with clear or black lace locks. A cream midsole with legendary GEL technology and a black outsole complete the look.
In order to be able to hope to acquire this black Monsoon Patrol II, you will have to buy the pair « Lichen Green/Piedmont Grey ». A numbered identification plate is attached to the shoes and if the code is winning, it gives exclusive access to the purchase of the « Black/Black » version.
Another stroke of super luck, a « Golden Card » has been randomly hidden in some boxes of the Monsoon Patrol II « Lichen Green/Piedmont Grey ». Beneficiaries will get the Black version for free but also the GEL-Lyte III Monsoon Patrol I of 2018 !
A short promotional animation film has been developed to announce the launch of this ultra-limited sneaker. It features, in a virtual way, the artist Rae (@here.is.rae on Instagram) who navigates through a tropical landscape to discover the black pair Monsoon Patrol II.
The Limited Edt x SGBT x Gel LYTE III Monsoon Patrol II « Black/Black » limited to 72 pairs, will therefore be available after the release of the colorway « Lichen Green / Grey Piedmont » January 7, 2021 on the shop www.limitededt.com. The « Lichen Green/Piedmont Grey » version will finally be priced at 130€ and the ultra-rare black colorway will cost 155€, except for the lucky ones who will get it for free thanks to the Golden Card !
