New Balance 2002R
The New Balance 2002R is a remastered version of the original 2002. 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 its price tag down to a much more palatable $130. That reduction in MSRP was one of a few factors that allowed its 2020 emergence to go over much smoother than its initial launch.
While collaborations with the likes of BAPE, Salehe Bembury and KITH highlight some of the defining colorways, a history of the 2002R wouldn’t be complete without mention of the “Protection Pack.” Planting frayed suede on the lifestyle silhouette towards the end of 2021 for over a dozen colorways, pairs from that collection are arguably the most impactful ever seen on the 2002R.
In 2025, the 2002R continues to factor heavily into New Balance’s seasonal offerings, with recent collaborations with partners like JJJJound adding an additional boost to the product line.
New Balance 2002R
New Balance Snacks Down A “Green Apple” 2002R For Spring
While overtaken by models like the New Balance 9060 and 1906R when it comes to popularity, the 2002R is still riding strong as a fixture...
The New Balance 2002R Picks “Passion Fruit” And “Dragon Berry”
While the New Balance 2002R may not be a staple of collaborations and high-heat endeavors the way it once was, New Balance is still filling...
The New Balance 2002R Prowls In Cheetah Prints
The wire between New Balance and French retailer Courir has been busy as of late, with the Boston sneaker giant shipping off store-exclusive colorways of...
“Dried Apricot” Coats A Syrupy New Balance 2002R
Unquestionably, the two most popular models at the moment for the Boston brand are the New Balance 9060 and New Balance 1906R, the latter spawning...
New Balance Enters A “Dream State” On The 2002R
The New Balance 2002R has been flexing its seasonal range as of late, with several recently-released options featuring Cordura and GORE-TEX materials holding folks over...
Earthy Suedes Wrap The New Balance 2002R
Even though it’s been supplanted by the 1906R as New Balance’s most popular tech runner, the New Balance 2002R is still a staple at retailers...
New Balance Unveils Classy Paired Editions Of The 2002R
As seen with their yearly “Grey Days” collections, timeless, sensible style remains the beating heart of New Balance. So despite a push in the retro...
New Balance Borrows “Black Cat” On The 2002R
Jordan Brand has all but ensured that the “Black Cat” nickname will be at the forefront of sneakerheads’ consciousness throughout 2025, with the Jumpman touching...
“Dark Olivine” And Fresh Color-Blocking Light The New Balance 2002R
Though New Balance has become a true hype player, their bread and butter remains footwear for the everyday wearer. The brand has been able to...