Everyone knows that the Made-in-America New Balance line is great, but what about their Made-in-England line? We take a look at the 920 to find out.
The New Balance 990 series needs no introductions. Famously worn by supermodels in London and dads in Ohio, the sneaker has been a staple for decades and recently became a hit in the sneakerhead world as well. What makes that all the more impressive is the price. This isn’t a Dunk or 550 where it’s only a bit more than your average sneaker. They are famous for being the first sneaker to cross the 3-figure mark way back in 1982 – that’s $308 dollars in 2022. For Ohio dads to shell out for something like that there must have been a reason.
The New Balance 650 Aime Leon Dore is the follow up to the smash hit 550. Is it better? Worse? Click to find out.
Price: $109.99 Why Buy? The New Balance 550 offers great materials and surprisingly good comfort for a retro sneaker. Why Avoid? The New Balance 550
The New Balance 992 Seersucker, also known as the 992NT or Blue Teal Rose, is one of the flagship shoes in the brand’s Made-in-America line. This line is one of the things that really sets New Balance apart. Sure, there are Nikes or Adidas that we all appreciate, but New Balance is the only brand making sneakers that are both making sneakers in countries with high labor standards, and making sneakers that carry some hype.
Highlights: Price: $149 [Sold out; on sale on Amazon] Pros: Knit upper offers great balance, Accommodating fit Cons: Poor durability, Too soft Specs: Color Grey
Here at 100wears there are a few recurring themes on shoes we like. Generally, they are made with higher end materials, are assembled in the United States, and often have a hit of 90’s nostalgia to them. When I heard that there was a pair of sneakers coming that met all these criteria – and from a local sneaker store no less – I knew that I had to pick up a pair. Is YCMC’s New Balance 992 Rewind worth it?
Brands like Allen Edmonds or Sperry spend absolutely boatloads trying to convince you that they are as old as the American revolution, but would it surprise you that a common sneaker name that your dad has probably worn has them and most other brands beat?