Tag: New Balance

An initial look at the Stray Rats x New Balance 827

Brandon King

Stray Rats and New Balance have teamed up to birth this 827. It sports a combination upper of brown mesh overlaid by suede of the same hue. The purple New Balance branding on the lateral side is bordered in red while green piping at key points throughout the upper with “Stray Rats” branding wrapping the heels. This upper sits atop an olive, Abzorb-containing midsole. The Stray Rats x New Balance 827 is expected to release in May. Stray Rats x New Balance 827 May 2020

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New Balance Foundation Pledges $2 Million toward Coronavirus relief efforts

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The New Balance Foundation has pledged two million dollars in an effort to help mitigate the negative effects that COVID-19 has had on various locales. Below is a release from the Foundation: BOSTON, MA – March 24, 2020 – Boston-based New Balance Foundation today announced it has committed $2 million in non-profit grants in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to support local, regional and global communities. “We firmly believe it is our civic duty to support our communities in need around the world,” said Anne Davis, managing trustee New Balance Foundation.  “As…

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New Balance’s “Sunrise Pack” coming in late March

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The ‘Sunrise Pack” is the follow-up to the “Sunset Pack” that New Balance dropped earlier this month. The pack is comprised of the OMN1S, the 850 and 976 models, with each silhouette outfitted in a combination of yellow, pink, and black. New Balance’s “Sunrise Pack”is set to release March 26 at newbalance.com and select retail locations. The sticker price on each model is as follows: $140 USD for thenOMN1S, $110 for the 997 Sport and the 850 clocks in at $100 USD. “Sunrise” New Balance OMN1SBBOMNXA2$140March 26, 2020 “Sunrise” New…

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Better images of the New Balance The Kawhi

Brandon King

The Kawhi is the first official New Balance signature shoe of Kawhi Leonard. It sports a white upper with multicolored midfoot panels on the medial and lateral sides. Kawhi’s “K” logo is found on the tongue and his signature on the upper heel with a 3D-printed logo on the lower heel and a seismograph reading on the medial and lateral sides of the ankle collar. This upper sits atop a white midsole and multicolored outsole. The New Balance Kawhi will see a limited release in the spring of 2020 and…

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New Balance The Kawhi coming this spring

Brandon King

A yet unseen Kawhi Leonard New Balance silhouette debuted on the feet of the Klaw during the 2020 NBA All-Star Game. According to the newbalancehoops Instagram page, The Kawhi is slated to make its retail debut, in limited quantities, in the spring of 2020. View this post on Instagram The KAWHI. Fall 2020. Limited availability beginning this spring. On court tonight 🖐🏾 @newbalance #WeGotNow A post shared by New Balance Basketball (@newbalancehoops) on Feb 16, 2020 at 3:50pm PST

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New Balance x Big League Chew Collection for National Bubble Gum Day

Brandon King

If you are an 80’s baby, you may remember Big League Chew, the shredded bubble gum that in packaging that resembled that of chewing tobacco. Not only is the brand still around but they have partnered with New Balance for a collection of footwear and T-shirts to celebrate National Chewing Gum Day. “Bubble gum and baseball have always been the perfect pair, and now with New Balance, that includes the perfect pair of shoes. New Balance has done an incredible job of bringing our iconic Big League Chew characters to life. I…

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New Balance unveils 2020 Black History Month Collection

Brandon King

New Balance unveiled their upcoming Black History Month Collection. It includes classic silhouettes such as the 574, 850, and 997S, but also Kawhi Leonard’s shoe the OMN1S. All of the offerings will feature a combination of navy blue, red and grey with gold accenting. New Balance’s Black History Month collection is set to release January 30 at newbalance.com and select retail establishments. New Balance Black History Month Collection January 30, 2020

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“City of Angels” New Balance OMN1S

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This colorway of the New Balamce OMN1S pays homage to Los Angeles. It sports a white upper with Clipper-inspired accenting on the tongue and ankle overlays. On the midfoot reads “New Balance” on the right and “City of Angels” on the left in the Old English font. The “City of Angels” New Balance OMN1S is set to release December 12 at newbalance.com and select retail locations. The sticker price is set at $140 USD. New Balance OMN1S$140December 12, 2019

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Dejonte Murray New Balance OMN1S PE

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Late in November , New Balance announced they had added San Antonio Spurs point guard Dejonte Murray to their roster of players. The up-and-coming player had this to say of his signing with New Balance: The hard work that I put in every day is a testament to my attitude and outlook as a professional athlete. No matter what obstacles you have in front of you, dedicate yourself and you can overcome adversity,” said Murray. “I surround myself with my family and my teammates to stay motivated. This is why…

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“Baited” New Balance OMN1S inspired by Kawhi Leonard’s love for fishing

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This colorway of the New Balance OMN1S pays homage to Kawhi Leonard’s great enjoyment of fishing. Its upper is covered with a fish scale like pattern; the turquoise and pink accenting are inspired by the beaches and fishing spots of Leonard’s native Southern California. A black and white midsole and a yellow outsole complete the aesthetic. The “Baited” New Balance OMN1S is scheduled for a November 14 release at newbalance.com and select retail establishments. The sticker price is set at $140 USD. New Balance OMN1S$140 November 14, 2019

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