In the spring of 1978, New Balance gave
R&D the go ahead on an ambitious
undertaking: develop the very best running
shoe they were technically capable of,
regardless of the time it took or the money
it cost. The rest is history...

1998 | 990v2

A new, rebooted look establishes
the design for later models.

The legend debuts with a $100 price
tag, a first for an athletic shoe.

2006 | 992

The evolution continues with advanced
comfort and an improved fit.

A new, rebooted look establishes
the design for later models.

2012 | 990v3

A utilitarian look is introduced 30 years
after the original’s debut.

Elements are added to highlight the
shoe’s visible technologies.

A utilitarian look is introduced 30 years after the original’s debut.

The best of each version comes together for a truly legendary shoe.