Official Look at the New Balance 1906R "Dark Silver Metallic/Pink"
Available now.
Name: New Balance 1906R “Dark Silver Metallic/Pink”
Colorway: Dark Silver Metallic/Pink
SKU: U190629R
MSRP: $155 USD
Release Date: Available Now
Where to Buy: New Balance
The tech-runner renaissance continues to dominate the pavement, and New Balance is leaning into the aesthetic with the official reveal of the 1906R “Dark Silver Metallic/Pink.” This latest colorway perfectly captures the “Y2K futurism” trend, blending industrial, high-shine textures with a vibrant pop of color that softens the silhouette’s aggressive, mechanical DNA.
True to its performance heritage, the 1906R shares a legendary foundation with its cousins, the 2002R and 860v2. The underfoot experience is a sophisticated trifecta of New Balance’s premier tooling: flexible ACTEVA LITE cushioning for a responsive ride, shock-absorbing N-ergy technology, and segmented ABZORB SBS pods at the heel to dampen impact. This hi-tech approach isn’t just felt—it’s seen. The upper is a complex architecture of open-holed mesh in a deep charcoal, reinforced by a series of curvilinear synthetic overlays in a shimmering Dark Silver Metallic.
What sets this iteration apart is the strategic use of Neon Pink accents. The vibrant hue threads through the “N-Lock” lacing system and highlights the branding, providing a sharp contrast against the cold, metallic silver. This distinctive take on the era’s design conventions offers a refined execution of high-performance heritage, proving that the 1906R is as much a fashion statement as it is a masterclass in mid-2000s engineering.
