New Balance 998

The New Balance 998 is a running shoe that originally debuted in 1993. A slightly-updated version of the New Balance 997, the 998 is known for its Abzorb midsole, high-vis reflective material, and layered upper. Read the articles below to learn more about the New Balance 998.

New Balance 998

New Balance Announces Grey Day 2023 Footwear Release Line-Up

Introduced in 1980 in an effort to cater toward the versatile lifestyle of urban runners, New Balance’s iconic grey colorway has remained a staple within...

By Jared Ebanks May 5, 2023
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The New Balance 998 “Grey/Silver” Releases On May 12th

Longtime fans of New Balance have been deprived of select silhouettes over the last several years. Enthusiasts of the NB 998, however, are being treated...

By Jovani Hernandez May 2, 2023
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The New Balance 998 Enters The MADE in USA Fold

When Teddy Santis took the reins over at New Balance, the Aime Leon Dore founder brought up many of the 990 series’ greats. Sneakers like...

By Michael Le April 21, 2023
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Ronnie Fieg Teams Up With The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation For Celebratory New Balance 998 “Broadacre City”

As March was coming to a close, SHOES MASTER previewed Ronnie Fieg‘s next collaborative endeavor: a set of New Balance 998s. And after a couple...

By Michael Le April 11, 2023
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Kith Reveals New Balance 998 Collaboration On Shoes Master Vol. 39 Cover

Ronnie Fieg recently unveiled the latest Kith x New Balance 998 collaboration on the cover of Shoes Master. Expected to launch before 2023 ends, Fieg...

By Jovani Hernandez March 30, 2023
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Sustainably Constructed New Balance 998s Return For The Brand’s Second “MADE Responsibly” Collection

Continuing their Earth Month celebration, New Balance is offering the second iteration of their “MADE Responsibly” program. Part of the brand’s on-going efforts to reduce...

By Michael Le April 26, 2021
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Ronnie Fieg And New Balance Begin Their “Steel Blue” Series With The 992 And 998

Though he first leaked his “Steel Blue” New Balance 992 on social media, Ronnie Fieg was mindful to keep quiet a few of the more...

By Michael Le May 20, 2020
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New Balance Adds Canvas Underlays To This Spring-Ready 998

New Balance’s 998, though once one of the brand’s many poster boys during the peak of the runner craze, has slowed down its release cadence...

By Michael Le March 7, 2020
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New Balance Launches Made In US 998 Limited Editions Made From Surplus Materials

With so much surplus material left on the cutting room floors of apparel and footwear factories, brands are taking initiatives to recycle or reuse these...

By Sneaker News March 3, 2020
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