New Balance has gone from the dependable grey pair to one of the main names behind the retro-running look. Mesh, layered panels and proper cushioning are still the calling cards, but there is a lot more choice in shape now, from the technical 1906R and ABZORB 2000 to the cleaner 740 and old-school 574.
The men's New Balance trainers range at Pro:Direct Lifestyle covers the pairs getting the most attention now alongside the classics that never really leave. Start with the silhouette, then work through colour and size. Chunky, technical, simple or somewhere in between, New Balance has a pair for each lane.
Popular Men's New Balance Trainers
The New Balance 1906R is a strong starting point if you want that early-2000s running look. Mesh through the upper, plenty of overlays and a technical shape give it enough detail to work with a simple outfit without feeling too bulky.
The 740 follows the same retro-running direction but feels a little cleaner and easier. It has become a useful everyday option for anyone who likes the look of a technical runner without wanting the shoe to take over the whole fit.
ABZORB 2000 pushes further. More cushioning, more sole and a noticeably futuristic shape make it one of the bolder choices in the current New Balance line-up. The 1000 has a similar turn-of-the-century feel, with a layered upper and lower profile that sits somewhere between retro runner and tech shoe.
The 2002R remains one of the safest New Balance picks. Comfortable, familiar and easy to wear, it works particularly well if you want texture and running influence without going as technical as the 1906R or ABZORB 2000.
From 9060 to 574
There is plenty beyond the main retro runners. The 9060 gives you more width and volume underfoot, while the 327 takes a slimmer, more stripped-back route with its oversized N branding and '70s running influence.
The 574 keeps things even simpler. Suede, mesh and a familiar shape make it one of those trainers that does not need much thought. T500 and RC42 bring a cleaner court-inspired option if you prefer something lower and less technical.
Colour can change the feel of any of them. Grey New Balance trainers keep the classic NB look, silver and white lean harder into the runner aesthetic, while black, brown and darker pairs are easier to put through everyday wear.
Browse men's New Balance trainers at Pro:Direct Lifestyle by model, size and colour, from the 1906R and 740 to the 2002R, 1000, ABZORB 2000 and wider New Balance range.
