The New Balance 2002R Lightens Up For Spring In “Sandstone”

Available now via NewBalance.com.

Matt Varga April 3rd, 2024 (updated)

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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 always be most at home toying with neutral palettes. Keeping things in that lane, the latest New Balance 2002R presents an easily worn edition for the whole family.

Given the expanded target demographics for this pair, it makes sense why the design choices cast a wide net. The 2002R takes almost entirely to earthy shades of “Linen” and “Sandstone,” while “Magnet” grey dots the shoe on slight accents throughout. The understated colorway allows the materials to shine all the more, with the textured suede overlays on the upper taking the lead above grey leather webbing and beige mesh.

The New Balance 2002R “Sandstone” is available now on NewBalance.com, listed in full family sizing- Adults ($145), Big Kids ($100), Little Kids ($90) & Toddler ($75). You can find direct purchase links just ahead with an official gallery below that.

For more NB news, check out the additional photos added of the New Balance 993 “Chive” and New Balance 993 “Purple Suede” ahead of their April release.

WHERE TO BUY

New Balance 2002R

SKU: M2002RFA

RETAIL PRICE: $145

RELEASE DATE: Apr 1, 2024

US 04/01/2024 Monday

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Matt Varga, Junior Editor

Matt Varga is an Editor at SneakerNews. Initially earning a degree in Video Arts and Technology, he got his start in the music world, video editing and writing coverage primarily on hip-hop and electronic. A long-standing interest in sneakers eventually led him to switching over to the footwear side of things. An avid collector, his time in the hobby stretches back more than a decade. Though always a contentious argument, his favorite sneaker of all time comes down to the Air Jordan 1 “Black Toe” and Air Jordan 5 “Laney,” his first ever pick-up. When he’s not writing, you can find Matt cooking, traveling, attending concerts and when weather permits, on the handball court.