Remyxx ReKixx Sneakers

Remyxx, later sold as ReKixx, was a line of fully recyclable sneakers designed so that worn-out shoes could be sent back rather than dumped in a landfill. The idea came from Gary Gagnon, a Charlotte-based entrepreneur and music industry veteran who wanted an eco-conscious answer to the millions of shoes thrown away each year, using a single recyclable material for the shoe.

Gagnon asked for 50,000 dollars for 10 percent. The Sharks liked the environmental angle but doubted the business was ready to scale, and most passed. Daymond John made an offer that, on paper, took a very large 80 percent stake for the 50,000 dollars, a structure that reflected how much work he felt the company still needed.

The pitch stood out for its environmental mission at a time when recyclable footwear was a novel concept. Even though the unusual equity split raised eyebrows, the segment put a spotlight on sustainable design. Daymond reportedly later steered Gagnon away from giving up so much of the company and instead offered guidance rather than completing the lopsided deal.

Rather than close the on-air deal, Gagnon took Daymond's advice and raised money through a Kickstarter campaign to fund production. The brand, rebranded as ReKixx, launched inventory after the episode aired and sold thousands of pairs, earning positive reviews for comfort and the recyclable concept while operating as a small, mission-driven label.

The momentum did not last at scale, and the company eventually ceased operations around 2019. As of 2026 Remyxx ReKixx is no longer in business and the recyclable sneakers are not being manufactured or sold. The brand is now remembered mainly as an early attempt at sustainable footwear featured on the show.