To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. The striking but simple black and grey lace up boasts premium suede and nubuck detailing and is finished with a REVLite sole unit. From its roots as a DIY-style fanzine to today’s global coverage, its pages have documented every colab, custom, limited edition, retro reissue, Quickstrike, Hyperstrike and Tier Zero sneaker released over the last two decades. Whether consumers choose to use this particular model for work, casual settings, or even simple training sessions is completely up to them. Emerald green suede is a no-brainer for New Balance nostalgia nerds and though perhaps not as instantly recognisable as the slate-based alternative, it always looks right!

As the 99X range gained recognition for quality and advanced tech, grey suede became a symbol of New Balance’s technical and material superiority. Back in 1982, New Balance released a runner that would push the limits of footwear design to the edge. Its outsole features a geometric tread pattern all along the outer rim for a decent grip on concrete and cement. At first glance, it doesn’t seem like this shoe would be so lightweight given its substantial midsole and bulky overlays, However, reviews show that this model is still able to give the runner a very lightweight and comfortable wear that lasts long and can easily carry them through both workouts and casual activities.The use of two different materials for its upper ensures equal parts breathable comfort and stabilizing support. The X-90’s overall design was created by combining element’s from the brand’s 99x line, from the 1980’s all the way to modern day. The firm cushioning provided by its REVlite midsole prevents over-flexing while its responsive nature absorbs each impact to keep the runner as stable as possible. Another top feature is the shoe’s sole; which runs a little higher towards the back giving it a diagonal look from the side. The men's X-90 Reconstructed sneaker leverages the unmistakable character and style of the 90s with a pared-down upper that's at once minimalist and modern.

And while the combined heel counter and midfoot cage support the foot and prevent accidental removal, its textile upper ensures proper airflow to keep odor and irritations at bay. Riley in 1906, New Balance started small, producing highly flexible, three-point arch supports for those that suffered discomfort wearing shoes, all inspired by the daily balancing acts performed by Williams’ own backyard chickens as they nimbly navigated the coop.

As an added bonus, its impressive range of color combinations gives almost everyone the perfect option based on their lifestyle or preferences. The New Balance 99x series of running shoes has long been considered a classic since the early 1980s.

It features a full-length REVlite midsole that gives durable support and lightweight responsiveness.Although reviews don’t indicate exactly how durable the X-90 really is, it can still be assumed that it lasts quite long. The striking white lace up boasts premium suede and nubuck detailing and is finished with a REVLite sole unit. Aside from its supportive cushioning and lightweight responsiveness, its full-length REVlite midsole is also substantial enough to protect the underfoot against jagged surfaces or sharp objects. The all-black version, which dips into the tried-and-tested formula for a killer stealth sneaker, is an uncompromising vision of toughness. The full-length REVlite midsole unit is highly responsive and up to 30 percent lighter than standard materials, but it lacks the softness and pliability of the brand’s Fresh Foam technology.