The New Balance 2002R Lunar New Year Rich Earth updates a classic running shoe silhouette from the early 2000s to celebrate the Lunar New Year in the Year of the Rabbit.
This running shoe features a breathable, lightweight, tightly woven dark gray mesh base. Overlays undulate and layer over each other across the upper in light gray leather, light gray suede, brown suede, and dark gray hairy suede. The iconic side panel "N" is in puffy light gray leather and is outlined in darker gray embroidery. A four-toned midsole features ABZORB and SBS ABZORB in the heel to provide springy cushioning and energy return. The primarily black N-Ergy outsole with Stability Web tech is lugged for traction and impact absorption and grooved for flexibility.
Our favorite detail on this shoe is the one hit of color on this upper's otherwise subtle colorway. In deep red embroidery, NB branding hits the heel. The New Balance 2002R Lunar New Year Rich Earth, a limited edition release, was launched on December 30, 2022, for $150 retail.
