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New Balance 670 | Spring 2010 Preview

Rocky Brown — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 22:41:55 +0000

The New Balance 670 recently released in a minty fresh design by Danish sneaker shop Norse Projects. The sneaker will next release in 2010 as part of the New Balance spring collection.

The New Balance in-house design team has given the sneaker a mix of subtle looks, which balance dark and light colors as both dominant and subordinate elements. The sneakers were produced at the brands Flimby Factory in England, which is known for its craftsmanship.

The four colorways are all slated to release in early 2010, with releases in January and March.

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New Balance M850 SMU x Sneaker Freaker

Rocky Brown — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:13:17 +0000

As part of the global New Balance SMU program, the brand has connected with sneaker magazine Sneaker Freaker.

The Australian magazine has created a creative colorway which is anchored down the middle in black suede. The toe is colored in orange mesh and leather, while yellow accents are seen on the N, inner-lining, heel and midsole.

The sneakers are scheduled to release on the 5th of December at select shops.

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New Balance MT580 “SMU” x Stussy x UNDFTD x Hectic | Preview Update

tnblsb — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 07:11:07 +0000

Just few hours ago we showed you the first images of the Stussy x UNDFTD x Hectic x New Balance MT580 “SMU”.
Now there are more detailed pictures available.

What appeared to be a dark purple upper on the first preview now turns out to be a navy blue nubuck material. Also we can now have a quick look at the sole which is divided into the white midsole and gum outsole part.

Still no further information on an exact releasedate is available to us – but stay tuned, we will keep you posted!

More images after the jump.

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New Balance MT580 “SMU” x Stussy x UNDFTD x Hectic | Preview

tnblsb — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:36:44 +0000

Here is a first look at the New Balance MT580 in collaboration with Stussy, UNDFTD and Hectic.
The Image surfaced the web yesterday on Highsnobiety.

The shoe is held in a dark purple upper with graphic pattern on the sockliner and an UNDFTD lace tag.
The Sneaker is slated for a release this November in Japan.

We will keep you posted as more images get available.

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New Balance H574J | Winter 2009 Releases

Rocky Brown — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:42:14 +0000

New Balance has just released its H574J model, a sneaker with a versatile build with its boot like qualities. The kicks come in two contrasty colorways, both inspired by brightly colored trail jackets. Each sneaker is constructed in suede, mesh and leather with popping speckled midsoles. Both sneakers are now available in South East Asia at select sneaker shops, however check your local for available.

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New Balance CM996M BT | Beige/Pink and Black/Pink

tnblsb — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:35:55 +0000

One of New Balances latest releases, the CM996M BT, pops because of its subtle features.
Speaking generally the sneaker comes in two colorways beeing Beige/Brown/Pink and Black/Blue/Pink.

Both colorways of the CM996M BT include details like the two color midsole and laces, cross stitching at the toebox, wooden pearls at the bottom of the lace section as well as the multicolored stitchings at the N logo.
Also the sneaker has the native american theme feel that we have seen already on other sneaker releases recently. The theme is captured not only by the colors chosen but with the pattern on the tongue tag as well as on the back.

Last but not least the material mix is worth the mention. For the upper New Balance used durable synthetics at the toebox, suede for the logo, nubuck, leather around the laces and full grain leather as well as canvas at the back.

The New Balance CM996M BT is now available in the two colorways at select New Balance retailers like Atmos.

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New Balance MT 580 x Mad Hectic x Mita Sneakers

Rocky Brown — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 05:36:59 +0000

Japanese sneaker shop Mita has collaborated with Mad Hectic to create a pair of New Balance MT 580’s. The sneakers come in a white, grey and navy colorway built in a mix of nubuck and leather. The sneakers are expected to release on the 3rd of November 2009 at mita.

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New Balance 455 x DDC Lab

Rocky Brown — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 06:56:32 +0000

New York based design company DDC Lab recently created a pair of New Balance 1400. DDC Labs has now created a pair of New Balance 455 in a leather and nylon build colored in a mix of brown, turquoise and red. You can find the classic runner now in Cologne at TGWO.

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New Balance 670 x Norse Projects | Now Available

Rocky Brown — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 00:39:15 +0000

Earlier this week we posted a detailed pictorial preview of the New Balance 670 x Norse Projects. Today the sneakers have released and are available at a number of select sneaker shops across Europe including Paris based Starcow.

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New Balance 670 x Norse Projects | Release Reminder

Rocky Brown — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 04:45:35 +0000

While we are still waiting for the release of the New Balance collaboration with Sneakers N’ Stuff, this week another New Balance collaboration is set to release.

Copenhagen based sneaker shop Norse Projects has styled their very pair of New Balance 670’s. The kicks were constructed in England in a suede and mesh upper colored in navy and teal color combo with hints of grey.

The New Balance 670 x Norse Projects will be available on the 23rd of October. Stockholm based SNS will have them in stock for 115 euros.

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New Balance 577 SMU x Overkill “Berlin Wall” Pack

Rocky Brown — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:52:16 +0000

1989 is a date marked in history, the year saw the release of 3 Feet High and Rising by De La Soul, the release of the Reebok Pump and Nike Air Max Light.

The three releases, are bound with the time, however the most important event of the year is the fall of the Berlin Wall, which literally changed the world.

Berlin based sneaker shop Overkill has teamed up New Balance to mark the 20th anniversary of the event.

Overkill chose to give the New Balance 577 three looks that have a classic look and feel. Each sneaker comes in white and grey with one in red, black and blue.

The insoles are where the story is told with photography showing moments from the Berlin Wall’s history.

Apparently the New Balance 577 SMU x Overkill “Berlin Wall” Pack will release on the 16th of December at Overkill. We will keep you posted.

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New Balance 1400 x DDC Lab

Rocky Brown — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 23:21:12 +0000

New York based design firm DDC Lab has once again teamed up with New Balance on a pair of sneakers. DDC Lab worked on the New Balance 1400 building the sneaker in dark grey, black, and bright blue colorway. The kicks are now available at select shops including Stockholm based SNS.

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New Balance 574 Lux | Black / White

Rocky Brown — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 05:41:25 +0000

Vintage to 1988, the New Balance 574 has become a staple of the New Balance lifestyle collection. The kicks are gearing up to release later in the year in this black and white colorway.

The upper is constructed in a textured black premium leather upper with perforated leather on the collar and toe-box. White elements are limited to the midsole and tongue label. Look for the New Balance 574 Lux to release for $110 this holiday season.

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New Balance 1500 | White / Beige

Rocky Brown — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 04:40:49 +0000

Last week we posted that the New Balance 1500 released in white, grey, and white colorway. The 1500 is also available in lighter color combo with a white base with beige accents and detailing in a leather and suede build. The kicks are now available in limited numbers at Hanon for £69.95.

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New Balance 670 | Black / Burnt Orange

Rocky Brown — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 05:34:27 +0000

The New Balance Flimby factory in the UK just churned out a new pair of the 670’s. The kicks come in a black suede upper with white mesh and burnt orange accents. You can find the kicks in Aberdeen at Hanon.

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New Balance 1500 Limited Edition | White / Blue

Rocky Brown — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:57:22 +0000

If you missed out on the New Balance 1500 “The Finals” x Solebox or cannot wait until December for the release of the New Balance 1500 x SNS, a new colorway of the 1500’s has just released.

This pair of New Balance 1500’s comes in a suede and leather build in a white, blue, and grey color construction. You can find the sneakers now at Newcastle based End.

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New Balance 576 | Fall / Winter 2009 Releases

Rocky Brown — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 04:04:08 +0000

New Balance has just released two new winter colorways of their 576 model. Both sneakers feature a build in both smooth and textured leather uppers except for the tongues, which are constructed in mesh. You can find the kicks at Scottish based Hanon.

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New Balance 670 x Norse Projects

Rocky Brown — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 03:24:07 +0000

Copenhagen based sneaker shop Norse Projects has hooked up New Balance to create a pair of 670’s. The kicks are constructed in navy suede, cobalt blue mesh with mint green and grey accents.

The kicks are expected to release before the end of the year at shops such as Aberdeen based Hanon.

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New Balance U455 IC | Black/Grey/Beige

tnblsb — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 21:28:24 +0000

Back in 1979 the New Balance U455 was the state of the art running shoe. Now, thirty years later, the sneaker is re-released for vintage sneaker enthusiasts and fans.

It has a black synthetic (neoprem like) upper with grey suede panneling. Beige suede contrasts the shoe on the N-logo and at the back.
The orange tongue tag and panel at the back add more flavor to the kicks and harmonizes a lot with the aquamarine sock liner.

They are available now at select New Balance accounts like TGWO.

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New Balance MT576S Bamboo Rake | NB x Frat x Mita

tnblsb — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:57:10 +0000

The New Balance MT576S combines best of both worlds – the 576 upper and MT580 sole.

To some of you, the Frat x Mita collaborational sneaker seems to nothing new. Indeed the MT576S Bamboo Rake was already released back in April this year.

But this time slight changes to the sneakers “outfit” were made. The April release Bamboo Rake had a multicolored graphics tongue, while the actual release comes with straight black/white Skull and Bone graphics.

Also on the upper we find slight differences: The first release had a white glow in dark upper. Now the shoes come in white bamboo structured synthetics and grey nubuck. At the back you will find rope graphics on a darker shade of grey colored leather.
The sock liner is colored violet. With the yellow inner sole plus the splatter at the midsole some additional pop was added.

They are now available at MITA and FLAUGE.

Detailed images after the jump!

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New Balance 1400 | October 2009 Preview

Rocky Brown — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 04:12:23 +0000

Here is a preview of two New Balance 1400 that are set to release in October. The kicks both share materials treated to resist moisture perfect for the rainy days this fall. Both kicks also boasts reflective overlays on the upper.

One of the sneakers combines beige, brown, maroon, grey and hints of yellow. The other pair comes in grey and black with popping teal on the heel, midsole and side panel.

In October you be able to find the kicks at Hanon.

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New Balance 574 “Clips” Pack

Rocky Brown — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 21:24:30 +0000

New Balance has come up with an interesting concept package for its 574 model. The New Balance 574 “Clips” Pack includes four colorways of the sneaker constructed in left over materials from the construction of the New Balance 996 and 993 at the Lawrence, Massachusetts New Balance factory. The material used in the construction in pig suede.

In terms of colors, the kicks all feature a grey base with your choice of blue, orange, burgundy, or green accents.

Each colorway is limited to 120 pairs and comes with a polaroid of the sneaker with a code on the back. Once you have the code you can claim your kicks at 574 Clips pack website, where each sneaker has an individual video clip.

You can find the sneakers at exclusive sneaker shops across the US for $75 including: Reed Space in NYC, Shoe Gallery in Miami, Bodega in Boston, Commonwealth in DC, Premium Goods in Houston, St. Alfreds in Chicago, Burn Rubber in Royal Oak, Sole Boutique in San Antonio, Goods in Seattle, and Undefeated in LA.

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New Balance x Sneakers N’ Stuff | RGB Pack

Rocky Brown — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 04:48:35 +0000

Stockholm based sneaker shop Sneakers N’ Stuff is this year celebrating its 10th anniversary. To mark the occasion the shop is creating a pack of sneakers with frequent collaborator New Balance.

The theme of the pack is the RGB color model of Red, Green and Blue. The New Balance models chosen for inclusion are the 577, 1500 and 1700.

The New Balance 577 comes in a red colorway with white, black and grey elements. In terms of materials the kicks are composed of leather, perforated pig skin, and reflective 3M detailing.

The New Balance 1500 comes in a green and grey colorway with leather and mesh materials and touches of reflective 3M.

The New Balance 1700 comes in a color mix of dark navy, blue and yellow. In terms of material construction, the kicks are composed of vegan friendly synthetic materials.

The three sneakers were all made in England at Flimby Factory and are expected to release later this year.

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New Balance x Concepts “The Freedom Trail Pack” | Picture Update

tnblsb — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 09:36:46 +0000

Yesterday we featured first information on “The Freedom Trail Pack” on this site. Now we got hold of first images of the sneakers.

The Packs sneakers are the New Balance 1500 low top and the New Balance 875 mid top.

Both have the upper constructed in brown full grain leather with leather lining sitting on a beige midsole. Red laces an hits at the midosle contrast the shoes main color.
The sneakers also share a embossed New Balance Tag on the tongue.

Detailed Images after the Jump!

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New Balance x Concepts “The Freedom Trail Pack”

Rocky Brown — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 21:53:16 +0000

Boston based sneaker shop Concepts collaborated with both Nike SB and Clarks earlier this year. Now the shop has hooked up with New England based brand New Balance to create “The Freedom Trail Pack”. No word yet on what the pack will include or the design concepts employed, however we do know that the pack will release on “Black Friday” (the 27th of November).

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New Balance M575J WF “Pony Hair”

tnblsb — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 11:16:21 +0000

The list of sneakers with pony hair is already a long one.
With the release of the New Balance M575J WF “Pony Hair” it will grow bigger by one.

The sneakers upper is made of white premium leather. Light Brown Pony Hair was used at the toebox, sidepanel and back of the shoe.
Towards the back of the midsole splattert graphics were added as detail.

They are available now at atmos.

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New Balance CM999 “Feral Creation Collection” | September 9th

tnblsb — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 20:19:27 +0000

The “Feral Creation Collection” from New Balance contains four individual designs of the popular 99X series in cooperation with Mita and Leftfoot from singapoore.

Singapoore based Left Foot have drawn inspiration from the Peacock (gray and black leather with green to blue fading color accent on the heel) and the Lion (red and gray leather with purple hits). Both animals once were living freely in the south east asia area including Singapoore.

Mita has drawn their inspiration from the Gray Mouse (gray suede and fur upper) and the Black Crow (black leather and fur). They have chosen these animals because they are referred to as dirty, tough and parasitical which, so the guys from Mita think, represents Tokios youth.

All of the sneakers are limited to 660 pairs each.
Since this is a Tier Zero release only select New Balance accounts will have these exclusive sneakers when they release tomorrow, September 9th.

Detailed Pictures and additional information after the jump!

NB T0 in the EU are Solebox, Flow, Sneakersnstuff and Hanon just to name a few. In the US stores like Alife, HUF and undefeated will have them on stock.

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New Balance M850J RG | Red / Green

tnblsb — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 07:19:02 +0000

In addition to the already bespoken M850 BO “Life Sciences” Pack New Balance released a third new colorway.

The sneaker comes in a suede, leather and woven nylon upper with red and grey as predominant colors with green accents.

You can buy all three sneakers of the pack now at atmos.

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New Balance CW996 HB Winterboot | Hunny Brown and Purple

tnblsb — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 08:37:11 +0000

Knowing that the colder days of the year will come rather sooner than later New Balance drops a womens winterboot now.

The New Balance CW996 HB Winterboot comes in a hi cut silhouette in a rugged suede and fur upper. With its cross stitchings paired with the silhouette and materials used, the boots have that native amrican / inuit feel.

Especially the fur socklinger should keep womens feet warm this winter.

They are available in Hunny Brown or Purple at select New Balance dealers including atmos.

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New Balance A19 | Purple, Brown and Black

tnblsb — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 08:16:50 +0000

Who needs laces or Velcro Straps?

Actually the New Balance A19 do not need them at all. The sneaker is released in three colorways including black/white, brown and purple. Especially the purple design stings the eye because of the turquoise accents on the side panel and ankle as well as black on the toe box.

As of materials New Balance chose woven Nylon for the upper and a wool sockliner for comfort ankle padding.

Now available at select New Balance accounts such as atmos.

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New Balance A20 HB Brown / Blue | October 2009

tnblsb — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 08:14:00 +0000

New Balance jumps on the moccasin trend with the announcement of the A20 HB.

The hi-top model comes in a more rugged design with a suede upper on white sole. Crisscross stitchings around the toebox and at the ankle are key to creating the sneakers moccasin look. Native American influenced components on the tongue and heel add to the kicks charm. Also the embossed New Balance at the ankle blends in perfect to the shoes composition.

There are both a brown and a blue version of this sneaker, both of which will be available in early October 2009 at atmos.

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New Balance H574J | Fall 2009

tnblsb — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 13:36:09 +0000

New Balance will release their new H574J hiking style model in two colorways this fall.

The kicks are made of suede and breathable mesh and come in both black/turqoise/yellow or black/purple/pink. Each pair has nice accents, which include the speckled area at the midsole as well as the padded ankle collar in either yellow or purple.

The H574J is a hiking-style variation of the popular 574 model.

Both models are now on pre-order at tokyo based atmos. The official release is scheduled for October ‘09.

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New Balance CW996M | Fall 2009 Color Pack

tnblsb — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 07:25:24 +0000

New Balance has just released their CW996M model in five new popping colorways for fall.

They are available in your choice of purple, yellow, silver, pink and turqoise. All of them feature an upper composed of suede and leather with the N in patent leather.

With this release New Balance is bucking the trend of releasing only pastelle or shades of grey colorways for Fall 2009 season.

You can grab them now at mischief and select New Balance retailers.

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New Balance 1500 x Solebox

Rocky Brown — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 05:46:54 +0000

With the 6th and possibly last New Balance 1500 x Solebox edition set to release on the 22nd of August, laced has posted a retrospective on the collaborative series.

Have a look at Laced, which chronicles the first New Balance 1500 x Solebox, which released in 2005 with a 150 pair distribution.

The New Balance 1500 x Solebox “Finals” is set to release in limited numbers on the 22nd of August at Solebox and select sneaker shops.

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New Balance 996 x Frapbois

Rocky Brown — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 22:53:41 +0000

Japanese label Frapbois has hooked up with New Balance to create a pair of the 996. The kicks come in white and black colorway with silver and red accents. Of course the the most obvious design element are the polka dots on the toe-box and heel. The kicks have sold out at Japanese based zozotown, but keep an eye out for the kicks.

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New Balance 576 “Face Off 2 Turbo” x atmos

Rocky Brown — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 19:38:20 +0000

Here is the latest collaborative sneaker between Tokyo based atmos and New Balance. The model of choice is the New Balance 576, which in this rendition has been dubbed “Face Off 2 Turbo”.

The combine a mix of design elements from the blue elephant print on the heel to the abstract design on the tongue and glow-in-the-dark elements. The kicks are due to release on the 19th of September.

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New Balance 1400 | Grey / Blue

Rocky Brown — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 05:13:54 +0000

Here is a look at the New Balance 1400 in a grey, black and light blue colorway in nubuck construction.

Look for your the kicks at your local sneaker shops and expect to pay $120.

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New Balance 575 “White Pigeon” x Staple | Shop List

Rocky Brown — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 16:22:39 +0000

We have previously previewed the New Balance 575 “White Pigeon” x Jeff Staple but now we have some more information on the release.

Availability is still reported to be a 1,077 pairs to release globally on the 18th of August at select shops.

Check out the list of shops that will have the sneakers in stock when they release, after the jump.

via Staple Design

North America:

Reed Space (NYC)
Barneys (LA)
Goodfoot (CAN)
Shelter (MEX)

South America:

Doc Dog (BRZ)

Asia:

Clot (HK)
ZZUBO (KOR)
ACU (CHN)
Reaction (CHN)
Unik (CHN)
GENESIS (THAI)
SOLEWHAT (MALAY)
Vault (SING)
LEFTFOOT (SING)
INVISIBLE (TAIW)

Australia / New Zealand:

LACED (AUS)
QUBIC (NZ)

Europe:

Size? (UK)
Hanon (UK)
Hip (Leeds)
Sole Box (GRM)
Thomas I Punkt (GRM)
Colette (FRA)
Patta (NTH)
Sneaker-N-Stuff (SWE)
Sole Service (NOR)
5 Round (ITA)
Be Cool (ITA)
24 Kilates (BCN)
LimitedEdition (BCN)
Titolo (SWZ)
Norse Project (DEN)

Japan:

Mita (Ueno)
Atmos (Harajuku)
Hectic (Harajuku)
Stussy (Shibuya)
Undefeated (Harajuku/Shizuoka)
Boston Club (Osaka)

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New Balance 1500 x Solebox “The Finals” | Forest Green

Rocky Brown — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 22:34:43 +0000

Though the biggest New Balance release this month is the 575 “White Pigeon” x Jeff Staple, the Solebox 1500 collaborative release is also a major release.

Solebox and the New Balance 1500 have a history, as the silhouette has been a Solebox collaborative favorite. It appears that Solebox is ready to move on to other New Balance models but not without one last tribute. Being the last, the pack is known as the New Balance 1500 x Solebox “The Finals”.

The pack includes two pairs both constructed in nubuck, leather and mesh sitting on a gum outsole. One of the pairs comes in forest green accents on the heel the other in maroon.

The forest green colorway is an international release however it is limited to a 350 pair distribution. You can find them at Hanon when they release.

The maroon pair will release exclusively at Solebox in Berlin. The kicks are also limited to a 350 pair release.

Both pairs are set to release on the 22nd of August.

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New Balance 575 “White Pigeon” x Jeff Staple

Rocky Brown — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 06:19:42 +0000

Here are the latest images to surface of the upcoming New Balance 575 styled by Jeff Staple in a trademark pigeon design. This staple trades a grey dominant colorway for one in white with grey and pink accents.

The kicks will release globally on the 18th of August a select shops with thousand pair global distribution.

via urban look / nicekicks / solebox

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New Balance 455 | Fall 2009 Collection

Rocky Brown — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 00:57:42 +0000

The classic New Balance 455 runner made its return earlier this year after resting in the vault for more the 30 years. The kicks date back to 1979 giving you a fresh vintage look.

The sneakers have already begun to release as part the New Balance fall 2009 collection. The fall collection has been manufactured in England at the New Balance Flimby factory in a mix of materials including perforated mesh, suede and leather. Check your local sneaker shop or Zappos for availability for both men’s and women’s sizes.

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New Balance 1500 “The Finals” x Solebox

Rocky Brown — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 00:32:12 +0000

Here is an update on the latest and possibly last Solebox interpretation of New Balance 1500 fittingly known as “The Finals”.

The two New Balance 1500’s feature a similar construction in nubuck and leather on an a gum sole. The maroon pair will release exclusively through Solebox, with a release limited to 350 pairs. The other pair in green will release around the globe at select shops.

Both sneakers are set to release on the 22nd of August.

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Staple x New Balance 575 “White Pigeon”

Rocky Brown — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 00:20:15 +0000

The pigeon has once again inspired New York based designer Jeff Staple. Like the last pigeon sneaker, Staple has chosen the New Balance 575 as his sneaker of choice. The kicks come in a white and beige sneaker with grey and pink accents. We will keep you posted on a concrete release date when the information becomes available, however expect these to release in August. Hong Kong based Mentalkicks has a pair available now.

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New Balance 575 “White Pigeon” x Staple Design

Rocky Brown — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 19:44:37 +0000

Jeff Staple’s iconic “Pigeon” design that is inspired by an urban mainstay from the world over. The New Balance 575 is again the silhouette of choice for the Pigeon design though this time the sneakers come in a white and beige colorway with grey and pink accents. The sneakers are expected to release in August.

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New Balance 574 LOCATION 2009 collection

Rocky Brown — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 21:25:18 +0000

Distribution of the New Balance 574 will soon be limited to shops chosen by New Balance for “quality” and given the name 574 Location.

The 574 Fall 2009 collection includes four classic colorways including grey / navy, grey, black / grey, and navy.

The collection also includes limited colorways that will release bi-montly until December. Just released this month is the New Balance 574 in a burgundy and grey colorway. Look after the jump to see upcoming colorways.

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New Balance 574 Original Colorway | Navy Blue

Rocky Brown — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 22:43:46 +0000

The classic New Balance 574 runner has just released in an original navy colorway. The kicks are constructed in a mix of suede and mesh while the sole features the ENCAP cushioning system. You can find these now at Newcastle based End.

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New Balance x Overkill SMU “Berlin Wall” Pack

Rocky Brown — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 04:19:54 +0000

Twenty years ago in 1989 the Berlin Wall fell and the city of Berlin and Germany as a whole reunited. Berlin based sneaker shop Overkill as part of the New Balance SMU Project has designed three sneakers to mark the event. Information is sparse about the sneakers however we do know that the kicks will release in November 2009. We will keep you posted when more information becomes available.

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New Balance 850 | Fall 2009 Releases

Rocky Brown — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 21:28:15 +0000

Two New Balance 850’s have just released and are available at Paris based Colette for 85 euros.

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Solebox x New Balance 1500 “Finals”

Rocky Brown — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 03:57:50 +0000

Solebox’s love affair with the New Balance 1500 continues with a pack of two of the sneakers. The pairs share a gum sole, a heel in nubuck, with a leather lining. In terms of color construction both come in grey, black and white, while the heel is what separates the two with one in green and the other maroon.

Solebox claims these are their final work on the New Balance 1500, and have thus have dubbed them the “Finals.”

The green version will release globally on the 22nd of August while the maroon pair will release only in Berlin at Solebox with only 350 pairs available.

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New Balance Spring 2010 Preview

Rocky Brown — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 06:52:29 +0000

Lets look into the future, all the way into spring 2010. New Balance is set to release a number of classics including the 576, 1300, 577, and 970 in classic color combos in suede and leather materials. Also in the mix are some retro New Balance basketball sneakers.

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New Balance LM576UK | Leather Pack

Rocky Brown — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 21:59:47 +0000

Earlier this week we posted the New Balance 1400 Suede pack, with straightforward colorways made in the USA.

Today, we have a look at three New Balance 576’s, which also feature simple colorways, one in brown, the another in black and the last in blue. While the NB 1400’s came in suede the 576’s come in smooth suede. The kicks are also of note for their quality construction at the New Balance Flimby factory in England.

The kicks are now available at ripe.

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New Balance 1400 “Suede” Pack

Rocky Brown — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 21:10:28 +0000

If you are looking to get your New Balance 1400 fix, a three pack has just released. The kicks come in smooth red, grey and forest grey colorways with upper constructions in suede and mesh. The kicks that bear the “Made in the USA” stamp have released in Japan and are available at ripe.

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New Balance 850

Rocky Brown — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 08:05:42 +0000

Here is a preview of a soon to be released pair of New Balance 850, that we previewed as part of the New Balance Spring ‘09 collection. The kicks feature a prominent use of salmon while balancing it with white, black and blue. The kicks are expected to release on the 1st of July for $85.

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New Balance 574 | OG Colorways / Fall 2009

Rocky Brown — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:06:47 +0000

Next month the New Balance 574 is set to release in two original colorways, one in navy the other in mid grey. The kicks come come in uppers constructed in suede and mesh sitting on Encap cushioned soles. You can reserve either pair for £50.00 at End.

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New Balance 1500 | Purple / Grey

Rocky Brown — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 23:38:18 +0000

The New Balance 1500 is set to release next month in July in limited numbers. The classic runner comes in a purple and grey colorway in a mix of suede and leather materials. You reserve a pair at Newcastle based End.

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New Balance M670 | Grey / Navy | Fall 2009

Rocky Brown — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 02:18:51 +0000

Yesterday we showed you a preview of the New Balance 670 fall / winter 2009 collection. Today we have a closer look at the New Balance 670 in a grey and navy blue colorway. The upper is constructed in premium suede and Nylon. The sneakers bear the Made in England tag straight from Flimby.

The kicks release in July and a pair can be reserved at Hanon.

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New Balance 670 | Fall / Winter 2009 Preview

Rocky Brown — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 07:56:20 +0000

Here is a preview of four upcoming releases of the New Balance 670 for the fall/winter 2009 collection. The four come in straightforward colorways in suede and nylon materials.

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New Balance 574 | Fall / Winter 2009

Rocky Brown — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 06:57:48 +0000

Here is a look at the New Balance 574 set to release during the fall/winter 2009 release schedule. This pair in particular comes in clean shades of grey and silver.

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New Balance CM998 “Pastelle”

Rocky Brown — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 01:38:04 +0000

Here is a preview of a set of two New Balance CM998’s. The kicks come in suede uppers in pink and sea green colorways. Japanese based mita has them available as a pre-order.

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New Balance MT580 Gore-Tex “Gradient” Pack

Rocky Brown — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 03:44:05 +0000

The New Balance MT580 Gore-Tex, coming in the waterproof material will soon release in two gradient colorways. The kicks come in both a classic black to white gradient and a “girlie mixed drink” gradient of yellow and pink.

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New Balance 575 “Maple Madness” Pack

Rocky Brown — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 22:25:58 +0000

The New Balance 575 has been imprinted with a forest like scene with leaves and twigs. The two kicks come in both green and yellow colorways. Look for these to release in the coming months.

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New Balance 576 / 1700 | Design Contest

Rocky Brown — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 21:23:52 +0000

The New Balance design contest to find the best interpretation of the NB 576 and 1700 is heading towards its end. Here is a look at some entries to get your creative juices flowing. Remember your entry must be received by shoes-up by the 10th of June.

New Balance 576 / 1700 | Design Contest

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New Balance M850 BO “Life Sciences” Pack

Rocky Brown — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:52:58 +0000

The New Balance M850 Life Sciences pack includes two sneakers in a mix of bamboo textured leather and synthetic uppers.

Each sneaker comes in dope colorways, one in blue / orange / grey / black and the other in grey / yellow / black.

Both pairs release in July for . You can reserve a pair at Hanon.

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New Balance Flimby Factory

Rocky Brown — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 20:14:55 +0000

German based shop frontline to a trip the New Balance Flimby Factory in the UK. The video gives some nice background on the factory and look at the production process.

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New Balance M577 CB | Moss Grey / OG Colorway

Rocky Brown — Thu, 28 May 2009 05:03:59 +0000

While the OG colorway of the New Balance 577 in grey and navy is now avilable, the NB 577 in moss grey and black is not expected to release until July 2009. Having first released in 1989 the sneaker are celebrating 20 years of being. To mark the milestone New Balance is taking us back to the sneakers origins, releasing original colorways.

The sneakers were constructed at the Flimby factory in England and will release in limited numbers. You can pre-order them now at Hanon.

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New Balance 577 | Original Colorway

Rocky Brown — Thu, 28 May 2009 01:17:16 +0000

On Monday we showed you the New Balance 577 in a navy and grey colorway. The kicks have released and are now available Scottish based Hanon for £64.95.

The kicks first the sneaker scene 20 years ago, and this colorway was one of the original to release.

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New Balance 966 | Spring / Summer 2009

Rocky Brown — Thu, 28 May 2009 01:07:12 +0000

From New Balance Japan comes three colorways of the New Balance 966. The kicks come feminine color combos of white / multi-color, purple / pink, and pink / red. Each pair will run you $110 at Downtown Locker Room.

New Balance 966 | Spring / Summer 2009

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New Balance 577 | 20th Anniversary

Rocky Brown — Mon, 25 May 2009 19:48:35 +0000

Its been twenty years since the New Balance 577 first released. All anniversaries make us look back to how it all started. New Balance is not just looking at the past but reproducing it, releasing the 577 in original color combos in suede and leather. The kicks bear the “Made in England” tag.

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New Balance 577 | Original Colorways

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New Balance M1300BRP | Khaki / Cherry

Rocky Brown — Mon, 25 May 2009 01:43:32 +0000

In a colorway as sweet as “Cherry Pie” comes a pair of New Balance M1300. The kicks come in mesh and suede upper sitting on a sole with ENCAP cushioning flavored in khaki and cherry. You can pick them up at select shops such as End for £75.00.

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New Balance M579J Limited Editions

Rocky Brown — Mon, 25 May 2009 00:49:02 +0000

A couple of New Balance M579J’s just released in limited numbers in Japan. The kicks come in mesh, suede and leather in multi-colored make-ups. One of the sneakers comes in harmonious black, grey, purple and aqua color combo while the is in a bold brown, mustard, aqua and pink colorway.

Both are now available at Flauge.

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New Balance M1500UKC Japan | Brown / Tan

Rocky Brown — Sun, 24 May 2009 18:33:09 +0000

The latest colorway of the New Balance M1500 comes in a “casual friday” colorway in brow, tan and beige in leather. The kicks are Japanese special edition though they were made in England. In the UK the sneakers are exclusively available at Aberdeen based Hanon for £89.95.

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New Balance 1400 | Black / Grey / Aqua

Rocky Brown — Fri, 22 May 2009 22:25:21 +0000

The latest sneaker to surface from New Balance is the 1400 in a black, grey, off-white and aqua color combo. Check your local sneaker shops for availability.

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New Balance 1400 | Black / Grey / Aqua

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Shoes-Up x New Balance Design Contest

Rocky Brown — Thu, 21 May 2009 08:15:02 +0000

New Balance is all about community from its workforce to its strong connection to people in the trenches of the sneaker community.

Now New Balance is reaching out with a design contest. The contest is basic, you must interpret the New Balance 576 and the 1700, however you wish.

The contest is being conducted in collaboration with French sneaker magazine. So the first step is to then download “virgin” templates of the NB 576 and 1700 at Shoes-Up.
After you have you have created a dope colorway you then you email the finished product to nbcc@shoes-up.com

or mail to:

Shoes-Up NBCC
32, rue Pastourelle
75003 Paris
France

Note: you can submit as many designs as you wish.

The cut off date for participation is the 10th of June. All of the entries will then be judged by a panel of heavyweights in the sneaker game such as Jeff Staple and Sarah from Colette.

The prize is more than worth the hours spent creating the kicks. Winners will be taken to Flimby Factory in the UK where they will observe the creation of their design and then be the first to try them on!

Six Hundred pairs of each winning sneaker will be produced and then will be distributed to select sneaker shops.

The best models will then be displayed at a Shoes-Up / New Balance party.

If you win don’t forget EU Kicks…give us a shout out and tell us about the experience.

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“Restoration of Heritage” New Balance M1500 / M1700 x United Arrows

Rocky Brown — Tue, 19 May 2009 06:47:47 +0000

Japanese shop United Arrows love for the New Balance M1500 and M1700 is shown with this collaborative release. Both kicks come in classic grey and navy colorways and have been dubbed the “Restoration of Heritage”. The kicks are expected to only be available at United Arrows.

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New Balance CM670 | Suede Pack

Rocky Brown — Tue, 19 May 2009 05:30:24 +0000

This weekend, specifically the 23rd of May, these two New Balance CM670’s will release in Japan. Both kicks come in suede and composed of bright colors. The sneakers can be purchased at Stussy Japan and Chapter World.

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New Balance M996BY | Blue / Yellow

Rocky Brown — Tue, 19 May 2009 00:18:41 +0000

Here is a preview of an upcoming New Balance M996BY in a yellow, tan and shades of blue.

The sneakers are set to release on the 1st of July at a price of $110.

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New Balance M577NG | Navy / Grey

Rocky Brown — Mon, 18 May 2009 23:14:54 +0000

Scottish based Hanon is now taking pre-orders for this very stylish pair of New Balance 577. The sneakers come in original colorway of navy and grey composed of suede and mesh.

The kicks will appeal to some as they were made in England at the New Balance Flimby factory.

The kicks are expected to release at the end of the month and will run you 64.95.

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New Balance MT576S x Mita x Astro

Rocky Brown — Sat, 16 May 2009 00:10:20 +0000

Japanese shop Mita Sneakers and Japanese Hip Hop group Astro have collaborated with New Balance. The kicks are a hybrid, fusing the New Balance MT580 and the New Balance 756 to create the New Balance MT576S. The kicks release in Japan on the 23rd of May with an Astro audio CD.

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New Balance M1500 Japanese SE | Made in England

Rocky Brown — Sun, 10 May 2009 22:11:37 +0000

Yesterday, Scottish based sneaker shop Hanon, got in two pairs of the New Balance M1500 Japanese Special Edition, one in black the other in white. The sneakers were manufactured in England using premium leather and nubuck. In the UK these are now exclusive at Hanon for £89.95.

New Balance M1500 Japanese SE | Made in England

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