New balance Joe Freshgoods x 2002R 'Conversations Amongst Us' White Nori A custom tongue tag displays

A custom tongue tag displays dual branding

featuring an exposed foam wedge on the medial side and a green rubber outsole underfoot

a gum rubber outsole provides durable traction

representing the fourth installment in the collaborative series from the creative partners hailing from Chicago and Boston

A gradient green finish is executed on the breathable mesh upper

New balance Joe Freshgoods x 2002R 'Conversations Amongst Us' White Nori A custom tongue tag displaysInspired by the importance of communication and community, the Joe Freshgoods x New Balance 2002R Conversations Amongst Us is designed in collaboration with an employee led New Balance community dubbed Black Soles, whose goal is to increase representation in the footwear industry. The lifestyle runner carries a cream colored upper built with a combination of ripstop, suede, leather, and translucent TPU. A silver N logo adorns the quarter panel, while