New Balance 2002 Retro Shoes

Description

• Upper: Premium pigskin suede overlays layered over breathable mesh underlays, fitted with double-stitched mudguards and a reflective N logo for authentic Y2K athletic styling and structural containment.

• Midsole Cushioning: Dual-density ABZORB midsole paired with ABZORB SBS heel pod cushioning to dissipate high-velocity footstrike shock and maximize energy return.

• Cushioning & Stability Technologies: Integrated Stability Web midfoot shank provides torsional rigidity, preventing midfoot flex and encouraging a guided, linear gait progression.

• Outsole: Full-length N-ergy rubber outsole engineered for superior shock attenuation, reinforced with an N-durance rubber heel plug for high-wear longevity.

  Key Features & Benefits

• Heritage Athletic Tech: Translates classic 2000s marathon technology into a responsive, highly stable daily training platform.

• Targeted Impact Absorption: ABZORB SBS heel pods buffer hard strikes to protect joints during high-impact movement.

• Torsional Arch Integrity: Embedded Stability Web shank prevents chassis twisting, maintaining foot alignment across active workouts.

• High-Wear N-durance Heel: Heavy-duty rubber compound in the rearfoot resists premature abrasion on asphalt and concrete.

  Sizing & Fit Advice

  Fits True to Size (TTS) with a snug, secure midfoot hold. Athletes with wider feet (2E) should consider ordering half a size up for additional forefoot volume.

How to Find Your Size (Step-by-Step Guide)

1. Setup: Place a plain sheet of paper on a hard floor, flushed against a flat wall. 2. Position: Stand on the paper with your heel resting gently against the wall (wearing your preferred athletic socks). 3. Mark: Mark the furthest point of your longest toe on the paper with a pencil. 4. Measure: Measure the distance from the edge of the paper (wall) to your mark in Centimeters (CM).

Recommended Fitting Margin:

• Casual / Everyday Wear: Add +0.5 cm to your measured foot length.

• Performance Running / Walking: Add +0.5 cm to +1.0 cm for comfortable movement and toe wiggle room.

New Balance Signature Fit & Characteristics

Fit Profile: New Balance models (especially core Made in USA/UK and classic heritage lines like 574, 990 series, and 1906R) generally feature a slightly roomier toe box and standard heel lock.