Sal barbier collection

Sal Barbier has been shaping skate culture since the early ’90s - a genuine legend of the sport. This collection brings his signature style back into the etnies lineup with the iconic Sal 23, rebuilt on the same heritage construction that made it matter.

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sal barbier collection

Sal Barbier is a foundational figure in professional skateboarding, part of the generation of skaters who defined what technical street skating looked like in the early 1990s. His influence on skate culture, style and the development of modern skating is significant and documented across decades of footage and imagery.

The etnies × Sal Barbier collection brings his signature aesthetic back into the current lineup. Classic silhouettes from the etnies archive are rebuilt with the construction details that made them relevant in the first place. Heritage materials, clean colourways, and the same skater-first approach to build quality that characterised the original runs.

This is a collection for skaters who understand the history and want a piece of it, and for newer skaters discovering where the culture they're participating in came from. Limited availability across the run, these sell through faster than standard collection drops.

FAQ

What makes Sal 23 an icon?

Sal 23 is iconic because it captures a key piece of etnies history. First introduced in 1994 as Sal Barbier’s signature shoe, it helped define the clean, understated side of 90s skate footwear. The reissue keeps the famous “23” branding, padded support and durable outsole, so you get real heritage, not a fake version of it.

What is Skate for Change?

Skate for Change is etnies’ give-back program for nonprofit and grassroots organizations using skateboarding to create positive change for young skaters. It supports these groups with gear, funding, and visibility so they can build community, teach life skills, and create safer places to ride. It’s Etnies putting action behind the culture, not just talking about it.

Where can I find size, shipping and returns help?

For the size question and order info, go straight to the Help Center. That is where etnies links out to the Size Guide, Shipping & Delivery and Returns pages, which is the safest move because policy details can vary by region.