New Balance’s Grey GORE-TEX Dad Sneaker Is a Trail-Minded Banger
New Balance has released a new 'Slate Gray' colorway of its 1906R GORE-TEX sneaker, designed with trail-ready features and waterproof technology. The shoe combines technical functionality with a stylish 'dad sneaker' aesthetic, featuring adjustable laces and a muted grey palette. It is set to launch on May 8 via New Balance Japan at a price of around $170. The release coincides with the brand's month-long Grey Days celebration.
- ▪The New Balance 1906R features GORE-TEX waterproofing and breathable construction for outdoor performance.
- ▪It comes in a 'Slate Gray' colorway with accents in 'Raincloud' and 'Castlerock'.
- ▪The sneaker includes quick-pull adjustable laces inspired by traditional trail footwear.
- ▪It will be available on New Balance Japan's website starting May 8 for approximately $170.
- ▪The launch aligns with New Balance's extended Grey Days campaign, now a month-long event.
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SneakersNew Balance's Clean GORE-TEX 1906 Is Grey Days-ReadyJoin HighsnobietyCreate an account to share your reaction and engage with the community.E-MailPasswordSign up for style news and latest drops.Sign upBy signing up, you agree to Highsnobiety’s Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.Already have an account?Sign inShareNew Balance’s Grey GORE-TEX Dad Sneaker Is a Trail-Minded BangerWritten by Morgan Smith15 hours ago in Sneakers #id-B6KHHt { padding-bottom: 100%; }<picture class="picture___tD9x4 fallback___zC_0r"><source srcSet="https://www.highsnobiety.com/static-assets/dato/1777305965-new-balance-1906r-gore-tex-slate-gray-1.jpg?fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&cs=srgb&ar=1200%3A1200&w=1200&dpr=0.2 240w,https://www.highsnobiety.com/static-assets/dato/1777305965-new-balance-1906r-gore-tex-slate-gray-1.jpg?fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&cs=srgb&ar=1200%3A1200&w=1200&dpr=0.4 480w,https://www.highsnobiety.com/static-assets/dato/1777305965-new-balance-1906r-gore-tex-slate-gray-1.jpg?fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&cs=srgb&ar=1200%3A1200&w=1200&dpr=0.6 720w,https://www.highsnobiety.com/static-assets/dato/1777305965-new-balance-1906r-gore-tex-slate-gray-1.jpg?fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&cs=srgb&ar=1200%3A1200&w=1200&dpr=0.8 960w,https://www.highsnobiety.com/static-assets/dato/1777305965-new-balance-1906r-gore-tex-slate-gray-1.jpg?fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&cs=srgb&ar=1200%3A1200&w=1200 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px"/><img style="object-fit:unset" class="image___Pa58C" src="https://www.highsnobiety.com/static-assets/dato/1777305965-new-balance-1906r-gore-tex-slate-gray-1.jpg" alt="new balance 1906 gore-tex slate gray" loading="lazy"/></picture>New BalanceWith New Balance's Grey Days just on the horizon, the brand has begun to line up its gray dad shoes for release. That includes the 1906.The 1906's Grey Day outfit is pure drip, to say the least. The model once again wears GORE-TEX, which makes the shoes waterproof and even more breathable. But this time the model arrives in a clean "Slate Gray" colorway with splashes of "Raincloud" and "Castlerock," the brand's other trendy grey shades.Shop New Balance 1906Want to stay in the loop?We've got you coveredDownload the Highsnobiety App nowBasically, New Balance put the best of its signature color on its stylishly technical dad sneaker. Nice. #id-RcAA6z { padding-bottom: 100%; }<picture class="picture___tD9x4 fallback___zC_0r"><source srcSet="https://www.highsnobiety.com/static-assets/dato/1777317415-new-balance-1906r-gore-tex-slate-gray.jpg?fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&cs=srgb&ar=1600%3A1600&w=1600&dpr=0.2 320w,https://www.highsnobiety.com/static-assets/dato/1777317415-new-balance-1906r-gore-tex-slate-gray.jpg?fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&cs=srgb&ar=1600%3A1600&w=1600&dpr=0.4 640w,https://www.highsnobiety.com/static-assets/dato/1777317415-new-balance-1906r-gore-tex-slate-gray.jpg?fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&cs=srgb&ar=1600%3A1600&w=1600&dpr=0.6…
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