Chalked Edges Distinguish The New Balance 992 “Afterglow”

Leather, not suede.

Andrew Rizzo 41 minutes

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We’re fully aware that with the New Balance 990v7 right around the corner, the rest of the Boston brand’s Made in USA lineup is about to be drastically overshadowed for a bit. But even with such a momentous occasion on the horizon, the chains keep moving. Next up in the Made in USA Fall/Winter 2026 lineup is the New Balance 992 “Black/Afterglow/NB Navy,” a break from its peers in more ways than one.

Showcasing a rare departure from suede in favor of leather on a Made in USA pair, Steve Jobs’ favorite stands out with premium black leather overlays and chalked edges for a sophisticated, slightly grandpa-ish pre-aged vibe. The tongue and underlays are done in NB Navy leather, the mesh foundation in white, and the reflective “N” logo in black with a white border. Dark khaki paint across the back half of the midsole brings that pre-aged spirit underfoot.

The New Balance 992 “Black/Afterglow/NB Navy” releases November 19th, 2026 for $200 in men’s sizes. Check out official retailer images below if you’re already budgeting for a pair.

In other New Balance news, the Maxey v1 continues surfacing in new colorways.

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Mens New Balance 992

SKU: U992LB

RETAIL PRICE: $200

RELEASE DATE: Nov 19, 2026

US 11/19/2026 Thursday

Retailer	Release type	Status
New Balance US	Standard	Coming Soon

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Written by

Andrew Rizzo, Junior Editor

Andrew Rizzo is an editor at Sneaker News based out of New York City. His primary interests include Air Jordan, Nike ACG, Nike Air Max, and New Balance footwear. Prior to joining Sneaker News, Andrew covered youth sports for several outlets and worked at one of the world’s top performance marketing agencies. He hails from Astoria, Queens and is a huge New York sports fan, particularly when it comes to the Knicks and Yankees.