New Balance is ready to roll out its latest addition to the lifestyle running category with the debut of the ABZORB 2010, a silhouette rooted in early 2000s aesthetics and performance design. Leading the release lineup is the “Vintage Khaki” colorway, officially scheduled to arrive on May 7 through New Balance and select retailers for $160 USD. This follows initial previews earlier this year and confirms the brand’s continued investment in archival design updated for modern wear.
SNEAKERS
The “Vintage Khaki” edition builds on New Balance’s well-established formula of combining mesh, suede, and synthetic overlays for a layered visual texture. The upper features forest green diamond-knit mesh underlays, paired with dark brown and olive paneling. A muted gray “N” logo on the side adds subtle contrast, while a segmented ABZORB sole unit rounds out the design with cushioning that balances function and form.
Initially teased alongside the “Brown” colorway, the “Vintage Khaki” offering stays true to the brand’s retro-runner legacy while adding a contemporary feel through its refined color blocking and sole structure. The sneaker’s segmented tooling and elevated detailing hint at both utility and lifestyle use, two lanes New Balance continues to navigate with growing success in recent years.
The ABZORB 2010 arrives at a moment when New Balance is reinforcing its presence in the fashion-lifestyle crossover market. The silhouette was first spotted earlier this year, and quickly drew attention after early collaborations emerged, including ones with Kith and Rich Paul. These rollouts helped set the stage for in-line colorways like the “Vintage Khaki,” solidifying the 2010 model as a new contender in the brand’s lineup of retro-forward releases.
While the May 7 launch covers just one version, the 2010 series is expected to expand. Alongside “Vintage Khaki,” New Balance has previewed a second colorway dubbed “Brown,” which features a soft brown mesh base with black and auburn overlays. Details on its release remain under wraps, though both versions have stirred interest among fans of the brand’s archival aesthetics.
With the ABZORB 2010, New Balance continues its rhythm of releasing products that feel both familiar and forward-thinking. The “Vintage Khaki” colorway delivers a balance of earth tones and technical design, reinforcing the brand’s grip on the retro runner resurgence.
Name: New Balance ABZORB 2010
Colorways: “Vintage Khaki” and “Brown”
SKUs: U2010AGY and U2010ANV
MSRP: $160 USD
Release Date: May 7 (“Vintage Khaki”)
Where to Buy: New Balance
