“Neptune Grey” Sets On The New Balance 2000

Everyday style on the groundbreaking model.

Matt Varga January 27, 2026

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In short order, the New Balance 2000 has been outranked in terms of most surprising new silhouettes in the brand’s roster. Though massive swings like the New Balance Gator Run cement the Boston giant’s willingness to charge into new categories, the ABZORB 2000 was equally groundbreaking upon its first reveal, flexing a throwback sportstyle angle that was previously unrepresented in their catalog.

Even if the tech and overall composition is a fresh step in the company’s story, you can’t rule out the execution of more staid tonality amid that push. That’s exactly what’s on tap with the New Balance 2000 “Neptune Grey,” a delve into the iron grip the imprint has on neutrality; black mesh collides with a smattering of grey in the no-sew overlays and the chunky ABZORB platform below. Having missed out on “Grey Day” 2025, the silhouette will likely have something to say for the brand holiday this year, but this look might be the closest we have before that juncture in May.

The New Balance 2000 “Neptune Grey” should be touching down as a part of the Spring 2026 slate, commanding its usual $170 retail price. Catch official images below and watch our Sneaker Release Dates page for more info as it comes.

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Mens New Balance 2000

SKU: U2000420

RETAIL PRICE: $170

RELEASE DATE: 2026

US 2026

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Matt Varga, Junior Editor

Matt Varga is an Editor at SneakerNews. Initially earning a degree in Video Arts and Technology, he got his start in video editing and writing in the music world — primarily on hip-hop and electronic. A long-standing interest in sneakers led him to switching over to footwear. An avid collector, his favorite sneaker of all time comes down to either the Air Jordan 1 “Black Toe” and Air Jordan 5 “Laney,” his first ever pick-ups. When he’s not writing, you can find Matt cooking, traveling, attending concerts and when weather permits, on the handball court.