New Balance has continued to launch co-branded shoes with popular brands this year. Following the early Miu Miu, JJJJound and Carhartt WIP, it recently launched the 1906R three-party co-branded series with INVINCIBLE and N.HOOLYWOOD.
Although New Balance is non-stop in terms of co-branding, it is not difficult to see that they are all inspired by the classic style of NB, coupled with a comfortable design in line with the cooperative brand, which effectively increases NB's exposure and topic dissemination.
JJJJound x New Balance 990v3 joint shoes
INVINCIBLE x N.HOOLYWOOD x New Balance 1906R joint shoes
What we are going to talk about today is not a joint series, let alone new shoes, but recommended four, which I personally think are the most comfortable and representative classic models of New Balance.
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Most Popular Retro Running Shoes
New Balance 327 It can be said that it is one of the most popular retro running shoes this year. Not only is it affordable, but its angular curves, wrap-around lug outsole, and improved self-nailing bubble rabbit tooth outsole all bring a sufficient sense of layering. The enlarged "N" logo on the side of the shoe injects a new visual experience into this pair of shoes.
New Balance 327
27 The exaggerated tooth shape and rubber heel design are inherited from the New Balance 3 series of classic functional running shoes 320, 355 and Supercomp, of which 320 was introduced by "Runner's" in 1976 Ranked as the world's No. 1 jogging shoe by World magazine, it was also the shoe worn by American marathon runner Tom Fleming when he won the New York City Marathon in 1975.
New Balance 320
If you compare New Balance 327 and 320, the biggest difference is in the outsole engraving. The cylindrical outsole engraving of 327 inherits the 355's design of creating an outdoor tone. The shoes are also designed based on rabbit teeth and suede, which can provide stronger grip. Once this design was launched, it ran through all the classic running shoes of the 1970s.
New Balance 355
New Balance 327
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Inherited Yuanzu Gray
About New Balance 990v5, I have to mention 990v1, the initial v1 is 990 is also the originator of this series and Yuanzu Gray. This pair of shoes was released in 1982 and was the first American-made sneaker produced by New Balance. With forty years of classic heritage and technological support, the 9 series of shoes, headed by the 990, has become New Balance’s best-selling and most popular branch line.
In 1982, the price of the 990 was US$100, which was US$10 higher than the Nike Air Force 1 released in the same year. For the price in 1982, the ultra-high price was not unsalable, but became a status symbol. Many people were proud to own a pair of 990s.
90 The curved lines on the midsole on the side of the shoe have become the most easily identifiable feature. In terms of design, it abandoned the bright neon style of most competitive running shoes at the time. Through simple color matching and the interweaving of suede and functional mesh, the upper structure was more layered and streamlined, laying the foundation for the subsequent development of the 990 series.
New Balance 990
90 16 years after its launch, In 1998, New Balance released an evolved version of 990, naming it 990v2. 990v2 introduced new ABZORB midsole technology, which increased cushioning comfort compared to the original 990 version. Different levels of changes have been added to the toe and upper, and the shape of the shoe has also become more streamlined.
New Balance 990v2
v2 was released 14 years later, 990v3 was released in 2012; 990v4 was released in 2016; In 2019, after four versions of iterations, the fifth generation 990v5 was released .
New Balance 990v5 is the same as v3 and v4. It is equipped with ENCAP cushioning technology in the heel and a dual impact-resistant cushioning system composed of ABZORB midsole, which greatly enhances the cushioning performance of v5. In the shoe, 990v5 also uses Ortholite antibacterial and anti-odor memory insoles for the first time. In addition to inhibiting the growth of bacteria, it can also avoid the generation of odor. Even in sultry weather, your feet can still remain fresh, making your feet feel more comfortable.
New Balance 990v5
New Balance 990v5 Ortholite Antibacterial and anti-odor memory insole
toe head continues the design style started with v2, and the overall appearance becomes cleaner and neater. I have used all three versions from v3 to v5. In terms of wearing, I personally think that the front foot support of 990v5 is slightly harder than v3 and v4, but the overall foot feel is stable and solid without affecting comfort.
New Balance 990v5
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Full marks for wrapping
In 2006, New Balance specially launched the New Balance 992 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of the brand. Shoes.992 It is also the favorite shoe of Apple founder Steve Jobs . The retro appearance continues the suede and mesh design of the 990 series, and is equipped with the new ABZORB midsole cushioning technology, which not only enhances the shock absorption function, but also ensures comfort.
New Balance 992
Jobs wore the New Balance 992 at the Apple conference
Among the many gray shoes of New Balance, the most attractive one can be said to be the New Balance 992. The iconic thick silhouette and American-made structure combine all the advantages of the brand. There are also many NBs Among the shoes, the has the best wrapping and foot feel. The most important thing is that it provides a more fashionable aesthetic than the 990 series. The only drawback is that it has average breathability.
JJJjound 2002R, I have to mention the predecessor of 2002R, New Balance 2002. 2002 was originally released in 2010, but due to the price of up to $250 and the appearance that was not accepted by the public, it was not very popular and was ignored for a time until it was discontinued for ten years. It was not until 2020 that New Balance 2002 officially returned and was named New Balance 2002R.
2010 version New Balance 2002
In 2010, the reason why New Balance 2002 set a high price of $250 was mainly because the shoes were handmade by New Balance from the Norridgewock factory in Maine, selecting top shoemakers, and the level of detail was no less than handmade custom shoes. In terms of technology,
is equipped with a full-length N-ERGY cushioning sole and a dual memory density insole. Ronnie Fieg, the manager of New York fashion store KITH, once commented: "The New Balance 2002 midsole uses a better suspension system than most cars." He even scored a perfect 10 points to describe 2002.
The New Balance 2002R reintroduces the core technology of the 2002 and features the modern performance of STABILITY WEB and N-ERGY shock-absorbing outsole, ABZORB midsole and ABZORB SBS heel cushioning, greatly improving the shoe's feel on the foot.
New Balance 2002R
New Balance 2002R
In terms of appearance design, mesh and suede cover the upper structure, showing smooth curves and hollow parts, bringing a futuristic feel to the classic appearance, is more 2002R The shoes bring good breathability.
New Balance 2002R
Regardless of the new pricing or the change from American to Asian production, compared to New Balance 2002, 2002R is more inclined to return to the daily life of the public. If you pay attention to foot feel and breathability, New Balance 2002R A good choice is .
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