This is the New Balance 996, a premium sneaker in grey/silver that pairs a breathable pigskin-suede and mesh upper with New Balance’s ENCAP midsole — a polyurethane ring around an EVA core that delivers support and lasting cushioning. It’s the model that built the 996 line’s reputation for everyday comfort.
It works just as well for long days on your feet, walking, and travel as it does as a clean everyday sneaker with jeans. The plush footbed and stable ride are why the line has a following among people who stand and walk all day.
New Balance is the only major athletic brand still making shoes in the USA, assembling its Made in USA line at factories in Maine with a domestic value of at least 70%.
