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MONK ZERO HAUS Field Test: Berlin, 2025
MONK ZERO HAUS: Berlin Field Test, 2025
To truly know if a product works, we decided to test the MONK ZERO HAUS by living the experience of preparaing a marathon. With the goal of creating a shoe resistant to heat, rain, and distance, we ran over 500 kilometers of training with the first prototypes. Each run revealed details about the upper, the midsole, and the feeling of silence in motion. The ultimate test was the Berlin Marathon, an unexpectedly hot day. At the finish line, the shoes proved to be light, stable, and breathable, without noise or distractions, offering movement, structure, and clarity. MONK ZERO HAUS is not a promise, but a testament to endurance.
THE BERLIN ASPHALT
Limited releases: MONK DNA.
MONK's limited editions combine fashion, running, and exclusivity with each release. With designs that stand out for their style and functionality, they're specifically designed for beginners, offering comfort and confidence from the first step. Each drop is unique, with no restocking fees, and creates a community of people who value authenticity and innovation over the mass-market models of major brands. With reduced production and artisanal attention, MONK offers sneakers that are both a performance tool and a style statement.
Seoul, a key source of inspiration for MONK PERFORMANCE.
Running in Seoul is more than just a sport: it's a way of life and expression in a city that combines tradition and modernity at every turn. The Seoul Marathon, with over 80 years of history, reflects this unique energy, bringing together runners from around the world on a route filled with cultural and architectural contrasts. At MONK PERFORMANCE, we identify with this philosophy: running isn't just about moving; it's a statement of identity and authenticity.
"More than just running shoes"
MONK PERFORMANCE® is much more than running shoes: it's a brand that represents an attitude. Born for those who don't identify with traditional running culture, MONK is committed to self-expression, personal progress, and style, regardless of level or pace. With designs like the Zero Minted Ice™, we combine fashion and functionality to accompany you every step of the way, whether on the street or on the track. More than a product, we are a community that celebrates authenticity, inclusion, and change.











