The All-Time Greatest Grey New Balance

While some sneaker brands choose to rely on high-octane colourways, have put their trust in the colour grey since the 1980s. Though their brand heritage dates back to 1906, the introduction of the brand’s first premium running shoe in 1982 saw the shade become a signature for the brand as they looked to ensure their running shoes looked just as good when they got a little dirty. In keeping with the brand’s independent ethos, the decision to embrace the overcast shade enabled them to stand out against their competitors, and even though models and technology have continued to evolve, grey still stands as synonymous with New Balance.

It’s rare to see a NB style that hasn’t had a grey-toned run-out, but that doesn’t mean they’ll all go down in history. While a grey pair of sneakers is generally pretty timeless, certain styles in NB’s arsenal are worthy of a special mention. From the gateway 990v1 and the sought-after LFSTL x 577 ‘Kakkerlak’, to a whole host of GR, premium and collaborative additions over the last 40+ years, here are our all-time greatest grey New Balance.

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