New Balance goes Gore-Tex with 996s in Japan
06/09/2022
The shoe, called the CM996X Gore-Tex, features a typical suede and mesh upper, however the unusual application of a Gore-Tex membrane – known for its lightweight, waterproof and breathable properties – below the surface broadens its suitability for all-weather conditions.
Use of the brand’s compression-moulded, dual-density C-Cap midsole, made from ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA), adds a level of cushioning and stability. Meanwhile, this version of the heritage design, originally put into production in 1988, comes in two different colourways.
New Balance similarly launched MT1996, a new outdoor apparel and accessories range specifically geared towards the Japanese market, back in July.
Image: Mita Sneakers.
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