New Balance

It started in 1906, when a 33 year-old waiter named William J. Riley decided to build arch supports that relieved the pain suffered by people who spent all day working on their feet. His design fit better, and felt better than anything else on the market, and by 1909 Riley was listed in the Boston business directory under 'shoemaker'.

19 years later Riley designed his first running shoe for the Boston running club known as the Boston Brown Bag Harriers. The success of this shoe spread quickly, and by 1941 New Balance was creating custom-made shoes for running, baseball, basketball, tennis and boxing.

With the introduction of the Trackster in 1960, New Balance began a new direction in shoe manufacturing. The Trackster was the first running shoe available in multiple widths, a feature which would become the standard for New Balance offerings.

Today, New Balance holds onto its history through the numbering system that owes its origins to a man named Arthur Heckler. Instead of naming the different shoe models, Heckler chose to number them because he wanted to place an emphasis on the New Balance philosophy, not any one particular shoe. To this day, that philosophy is upheld as model numbers are advanced to incorporate new technologies and designs

Brands/Men

Founded in 1906 by William J. Riley in Boston, New Balance began with innovative arch supports designed for workers on their feet all day. By 1938, Riley had created the brand’s first running shoe, leading to custom-made footwear across multiple sports. The 1960 Trackster introduced multiple widths, setting a new industry standard. Under Arthur Heckler, model numbers replaced names to emphasize design evolution over individual styles — a principle that continues to define New Balance today

New Balance At Nitty Gritty 

Nitty Gritty® | New Balance

Stone Island

Vans

Barena Venezia

Moscot

Anderson's

Converse

adidas Originals

Nanamica

Nike

Veilance

Harris Wharf London

Engineered Garments 

Byredo

Dr. Martens

Comme des Garçons SHIRT

Patagonia

Paraboot

Margaret Howell

Comme des Garçons Parfums

orSlow

Begg x Co

Neighborhood

WTAPS

Stora Skuggan

ASICS

Casey Casey

Stüssy

And Wander

Hestra

Batoner

Danner

Porter

Adsum

mfpen

Studio Barnhus

Stepney Workers Club

Birkenstock

Needles

Lady White Co.

Yuketen

Unifrom

Maison Louis Marie

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Barbour

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Clarks Originals

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Nitty Gritty® Worldwide

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COMOLI

SOUTH2 WEST8

Salomon

Pyrenex

Oakley

HOKA

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Kaptain Sunshine

Perfumer H

Gottlob

Maximum Henry

A.PRESSE

Conkers

Oliver Church

Rubato

Regal Shoe & Co

Régime De Fleurs

Footworks

Salon C. Lundman

SWC OMNI

Unlikely

Village PM

Thurston

Norlha

TEKLA

US 7.5

US 8

US 8.5

US 9

US 9.5

US 10

US 10.5

US 11

US 11.5

US 12

1906 Loafer combines a classic penny loafer shape with the technical construction of the 1906 silhouette. Designed with shiny croc skin textured upper, curved synthetic overlays, and a 860v2 sole with segmented ABZORB SBS heel cushions. N-ergy outsole and ABZORB SBS heel cushioning.

U1906LCR
Black



1906L

US 12.5

Open mesh upper, sculpted overlays, and ABZORB SBS cushioning—reworked into a timeless penny loafer silhouette.

Black/Blacktop/Phantom AI
U1906LAI

WTAPS 2010

Deboss ‘WTVUA’ foxing logo
‘WTAPS’ branded heel logo
ABZORB midsole, with ABZORB SBS at the heel and forefoot
ABZORB midsole absorbs impact through a combination of cushioning and compression resistance
Sculpted midsole details
Co-branded sockliner
Custom packaging

WROUGHT IRON7AGAVE GREEN
U2010WTD

WTAPS 2010

U991GB2 

Full-length FuelCell midsole
ENCAP midsole cushioning combines soft foam with a durable polyurethane rim
‘N’ logo features debossed line details
Semi-translucent ABZORB SBS pods
Reflective details
Embroidered ‘v2’ tongue branding

U991v2
Caramel Cafe/Dijon

U991GB2

US 13

The ABZORB 2010 blends a progressive design with familiar early-2000s references. The shoe is built on a segmented ABZORB sole unit with expanded proportions and sculpted detailing, combined with a diamond-knit mesh upper. Additional features include ABZORB SBS cushioning at heel and forefoot, a translucent TPU Stability Web at the midfoot, reflective accents, and a molded ’N’ logo.

Brighton grey with linen
U2010TTO

U2010TTO

Originally introduced in 1982, the T500 blends premium materials with a timeless tennis silhouette. The reissued version features pigskin suede and nubuck uppers with perforated detailing at the toebox, a woven tongue label, and subtle New Balance branding at the heel. A polyurethane midsole and footbed provide comfort, while the herringbone outsole with pivot circle ensures versatile grip.

Reflection with nori and sea salt
CT500GRN

CT500GRN

U992NC

Engineered for both durability and style, this shoe features ABZORB cushioning in the heel and forefoot to effectively absorb impact through a unique blend of cushioning and compression resistance. A combination ENCAP and C-CAP midsole delivers superior support and long-lasting comfort, while the NDurance rubber outsole ensures exceptional traction and durability. Reflective accents are thoughtfully integrated to enhance visibility in low-light conditions, keeping you seen and safe. Perfect for both everyday wear and active pursuits.

WHITE / REFLECTION / SILVER ME

U992NC

Full-length FuelCell midsole for high-performance energy return
ENCAP midsole cushioning combines soft foam with a durable polyurethane rim
Embossed line details on the iconic "N" logo
Semi-translucent ABZORB SBS pods for added comfort and style

U991NV2
Dark Navy/Smoked Pearl/Silver

U991NV2

Full-length FuelCell midsole for high-performance energy return
ENCAP midsole cushioning combines soft foam with a durable polyurethane rim
Embossed line details on the iconic "N" logo
Semi-translucent ABZORB SBS pods for added comfort and style

U991v2
Mineral Green/Comfrey

U991GV2

ABZORB cushioning at heel and forefoot absorbs impact through a combination of cushioning and compression resistance. Combination ENCAP and C-CAP midsole. Reflective accents designed to catch the light. NDurance rubber outsole.

Grey/Grey
U992GY

U992GY

ML574V3

Midsole foam uses approximately 3% bio-based content made from renewable sources to help reduce our carbon footprint
ENCAP midsole cushioning combines soft foam with a durable polyurethane rim todeliver all-day support
Vamp, collar and tongue mesh are 100% recycled polyester
Rubber outsole with 5% recycled rubber

Navy/White 
ML574V3

ML574EVN

The 990V3 from New Balance MADE in USA. premium pigskin suede and mesh upper in classic black  with lace up closure for an adjustable fit. ENCAP midsole combines lightweight foam and a durable polyurethane rim to provide all-day support. Reflective N branding on the sides. 

Black with silver
Made in the USA
U990BL4

U990BL4