San Clemente, Calif. – December 2, 2025 – Today, Nomadix, a social purpose corporation and makers of The Only Towel You Need, made from post-consumer recycled materials, announced its first-ever footwear collaboration with legacy brand, Brooks Running. The limited-edition collaboration capsule, designed for everyday trail runners, will include Nomadix’s signature towels, blankets, an ultralight changing poncho, and a custom Brooks Ghost Trail running shoe.
Uniting Brooks’ trusted performance technology with Nomadix’s “Own less. Do more.” approach to adventure gear, this collaboration introduces a versatile kit of essentials for the run and authentic post-run activities such as lake plunges or roadside changes, the capsule provides functional solutions that help keep runners dry, warm, and moving through their day with confidence.
“Today’s running community is invested in premium performance product that enhances their connection to the outdoors,” said Alaina Fuld, director of brand reputation and communication at Brooks. “Nomadix is a perfect partner for this special edition Ghost Trail, which supports our goal to inspire everyone to run and be active.”
The co-branded Ghost Trail shoe, a highlight of the collection, pairs the feel and ride of Brooks’ fan-favorite Ghost style and off-road protection made to explore the trail with a Nomadix-inspired outdoor palette. The collaboration was a natural next step for Nomadix, which serves as a sponsor for both the Broken Arrow Skyrace and the Mammoth Trailfest, strengthening its ties to the trail-running community.
The capsule includes the following seven products, which will be available in April 2026:
- Bandana Towel: a lightweight, sand-resistant, sweat-ready, and UPF 50+ trail-run multi-tool. Available in two patterns: Paisley Coyote & Paisley Teal Ocean.
- Fitness Towel: A compact, quick-drying carry-size towel for high-output days. Available in Summit Black.
- Original Towel: The original high-performance MicroTerry towel, ultra-absorbent, packable, and adventure-proof. Available in Summit Expedition Orange.
- Festival Blanket: Soft top, water-resistant base — ideal for pre-race staging, post-run hangs, or road-trip life. Available in Summit Expedition Yellow.
- Puffer Blanket : A packable, insulated blanket with Snappy Versatility™ for wearable warmth or minimalist sleeping-bag mode. Available in Switchback Coyote.
- Ultralight Changing Poncho: A quick-dry, sand-resistant, and made for easy changing anywhere your run ends. Available in Switchback Teal Ocean.
- Ghost Trail Running Shoe: Brooks’ trusted Ghost fit meets off-road durability, TrailTack outsole, and a Nomadix outdoor aesthetic.
“As runners ourselves, partnering with Brooks for our first-ever run-focused collaboration felt like the perfect move,” said Zack Helminiak, Nomadix CEO and co-founder. “This capsule blends Brooks’ runner-first engineering with the versatility for which Nomadix is known to offer products to enhance everyday adventure; before, during and after any run.”
Media attending The Running Event in San Antonio, TX this week can get a first-look at the collaboration. Visit Nomadix (Booth #2093) and Brooks (Booth ##9110, 11113).
