New Balance 2002R
The New Balance 2002R is a remastered version of the original model, first launched in 2010 before having its updated edition debut in 2020.
To say the New Balance 2002 didn’t launch to public acclaim would be an understatement. Between a $250 price tag necessitated by high-tech hardware and an unpopular design, the sneakers left shelves shortly after hitting them. However, the influx of attention that “dad shoes” as a whole received as they neared their 10 year anniversary prompted creatives at New Balance to re-evaluate the forgotten design.
Enter the New Balance 2002R. Revamped with a sole unit borrowed from the New Balance 860, the “refurbished” take on the silhouette brought their price tag down to a much more palatable $130, allowing their 2020 emergence to go over much more smoothly than their initial launch.
In 2024, the 2002R continues to factor heavily into New Balance’s seasonal offerings, with recent collaborations with the likes of JJJJound adding an additional boost to the product line.
New Balance 2002R
Close Out Your Ballpark Fit With The New Balance 2002R “Infield Clay”
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Jamal Murray’s New Balance Collection Releases Days After Elimination
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The DTLR x New Balance 2002R “Purple Noir” Glows In The Dark
Building on a series of successful collaborations in recent years, New Balance and DTLR are back at it again with a retailer-exclusive New Balance 2002R....
Shoe Palace Takes On Lava Themes With The New Balance 2002R “Volcanic Rocks Pack”
Just when it appeared that hype surrounding the New Balance 2002R was finally starting to cool, Shoe Palace brings the heat (literally) with two exclusive,...
The New Balance 2002R Lightens Up For Spring In “Sandstone”
For as much attention as colorful editions of shoes like the New Balance 1906R or New Balance 550 may rightfully warrant, the Boston brand will...
The New Balance 2002R “Protection Pack” Is Back, But As A Mule
One of the most popular New Balance 2002R Protection Pack colorways is coming back, only in mule form. Official retailer images reveal a “Rain Cloud”...
The New Balance 2002R Joins The Upcoming “Festivals” Pack
With in-line pack drops, New Balance has established a track record of ringing in new seasons and acknowledging major events on the calendar. Accomplishing both...
“Bubblegum Pink” Pops On The New Balance 2002R
Whether it’s because of quality materials, thoughtful design practices, or some fusion of the two, pink colorways just seem to work for New Balance. Now...
New Balance Brings The Striking Toe Colorblocking Style To The 2002R
Kith defined one of the sneaker world’s most favored color blocking schemes with the debut of its collaborative “Salmon Toe” Asics in 2011, a look...