New Balance 1906R

Joining the brand’s heritage collection, New Balance 1906R shoes are a celebration of over a century of footwear creation. With their classic style and modern technologies, these sneakers are the culmination of two important qualities: experience and innovation. The synthetic and mesh upper has a decidedly retro feel, similar to releases from the early 2000s, yet they benefit from cutting-edge features, such as ABZORB and N-ergy cushioning. Does that sound appealing to you? Well, you’re in luck; the JD Sports Australia line-up contains loads of unique colourways to enjoy, from black and white to blue and pink.

The NB 1906: A Celebration of Heritage

The New Balance 1906 first dropped in 2009, giving runners and casual fashion fans a fresh kick to cop. As well-informed sneakerheads might’ve guessed, the name of the collection is a direct callback to the date when the brand was founded, so there’s an air of importance that surrounds the NB 1906R.

It’s clear that when creating this exciting silhouette, the designers were keenly aware of the popularity of retro silhouettes. The NB 1906R, like many that had come before, leaned into the aesthetic of its predecessors, presenting a chunky silhouette with bold lines and colour blocking. Additionally, the brand wanted to give fans a trainer that would provide exceptional levels of comfort, suitable for day-to-day wear and athletics. In came the added features: ABZORB and N-ergy cushioning, N-Lock lacing, and ACTEVA LIGHT. Not only was the NB 1906R a looker, but it was now also stable, lightweight, and secure.