What kind of sneakers are NB? Revealing the classics and technology of New Balance
In recent years, the sports shoe market has continued to boom. As a century-old brand, New Balance (NB) has once again become a hot topic with its integration of retro design and technology. This article will analyze the charm of NB sports shoes from four aspects: brand history, classic shoes, technological highlights and market performance based on the hot content on the entire Internet in the past 10 days.
1. A brief history of the New Balance brand

New Balance was founded in 1906. It initially started with arch supports and later gradually transformed into a professional sports shoe brand. its "presidential running shoes"The title comes from the favor of many presidents of the United States, and"N.B."The abbreviation has become a trend symbol. Social platform data in the past 10 days shows that the volume of NB-related discussions has increased by 15%, and the return of retro style is the main driving factor.
| Time node | Brand events |
|---|---|
| 1906 | Brand established, focusing on foot health |
| 1970s | Launch of the first iconic running shoe 990 |
| 2020 to present | Global sales of retro shoes increase by 40% |
2. Inventory of NB classic shoes
NB shoes are named after numbers, and different series correspond to different functions. The following are 5 NB shoes that have been hotly searched recently:
| Shoe model | Positioning | Popular color combinations (2024) | Price range (yuan) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NB 550 | retro basketball shoes | Yuanzu gray/white green | 800-1200 |
| NB 990v6 | top running shoes | all black/navy blue | 1800-2200 |
| NB 327 | Trendy and casual | Brown and yellow splicing | 600-900 |
3. Analysis of NB’s core technology
NB’s technology configuration takes into account both cushioning and stability. The three most discussed technologies recently are as follows:
| Technical name | Function | Application shoes |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh Foam X | High rebound cushioning | 1080v12、Hierro v7 |
| ENCAP | stability support | 990 series, 2002R |
| FuelCell | Racing forward | SC Elite v4 |
4. Market performance and trends of NB
According to e-commerce platform data, NB’s sales in Q1 2024 increased by 22% year-on-year, of whichAsian market is growing fastest(+35%). Consumer portraits show that 18-35 year olds account for 67%, and the premium rate for co-branded models (such as the collaboration series with Aime Leon Dore) exceeds 200%.
Conclusion: Why does NB continue to be popular?
The success of New Balance lies inBalancing classics and innovations——Retro design meets trendy needs, and technological upgrades ensure functionality. Its "slow fashion" concept is highly consistent with the current sustainable consumption trend, and it is expected to maintain steady growth in the next three years.
(Note: The data in this article is based on the popularity analysis of Weibo, Xiaohongshu, Dewu and other platforms in the past 10 days. The statistical period ends in March 2024.)
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