New Balance release some new 574s to keep their classic silhouette fresh. The ‘Johnny Appleseed’ 174s are part of their Made in USA sneakers and are constructed of an eye-popping maroon suede and nylon mesh, with gum soles rounding it out. Find them at Bows & Arrows for $110. More of the New Balance “Johnny Appleseed” Born […]


18 Oct
Collaborative winterized version of the iconic 574 running shoe

Japanese retailer atmos and New Balance have joined forces yet again in developing the winter version of the 574 running shoe for their Fall/Winter 2011 collection. Dubbed the H574, the mid-top sneaker features bright colors on premium suede with perforated detailing. Get your pair for $120.


12 Aug
Half sneaker half boot half alligator...for cold environments

As summer winds down, we’re given the opportunity to check out some new cold weather kicks from a company that knows how to keep the focus on their philosophy and not one particular shoe. New Balance, unlike most shoe companies, uses a numbered reference system instead of the traditional naming. The newest in their line […]


24 Jan
Limited edition polka dot hiking boot hybrid shoes

New Balance teams up with Japanese boutique atmos with this H574J ABK sneaker. Known for their bold creations, atmos continues the trend with this leather black and white polka dot hiking boot hybrid shoe which pops with a turquoise contrast detailing. Pre-orders for these limited edition sneakers will start January 31st and it will see […]


14 Dec
Nothing says school spirit quite like laurel wreath tongue branding on your shoe

I know what you’re thinking: Ivy League sophistication has always been the key ingredient missing from the world of hiking shoes. Never fear! Now you can walk tall (and balanced) onto campus next semester, because New Balance has announced its redesign of the hiker silhouette (in both mid and low top) for a selection of […]


23 Nov
The Steve Jobs action figure, for the nerd who has it all

For the Mac and Apple fiend who has it all, but needs more junk in their life, may we present you with the Steve Jobs Action Figure. While “action figure” may be a bit of a stretch (does he have 58 points of articulation? exaggerated muscle tone or breasts? any blasters or missile projectors?), this […]


20 Sep
The A03 WA in a new colorway and H710 for Fall 2010

This week New Balance have unveiled two new hiking boots, the A03 WA in a new colorway (above) and the H710 for Fall 2010 (below). Known more for their expertise in running shoes, New Balance is highly touted for its quality craftsmanship, so I supposed hiking boots are well within the realms of reason. The […]


22 Jul
Taking it old school for 2010 Fall/Winter collection

Although I would never trade my collection of New Balance 576s for anything on earth, I’m very much liking New Balance’s new collection of court offerings. Coming straight from their vaults, the canvas Pro model includes a high-top/low-top combination and two basic colorways — white with bone and black on black. Both models feature a […]