New Balance Swaps Leather for Suede and Nubuck on the 990v4 Made in USA "Navy/Meteorite"

The autumn-ready update brings a darker, elevated material construction to the classic runner.

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New Balance is introducing a dark "Navy/Meteorite" colorway to its Made in USA 990v4 series

The updated design replaces traditional soft suede with a durable leather and nubuck construction

The pair is scheduled to release on September 24 2026 for a retail price of $195 USD

Name: New Balance 990v4 Made in USA “Navy/Meteorite”
Colorway: NB Navy/Meteorite-Kombu
SKU: U990BG4
MSRP: $195 USD
Release Date: September 24, 2026
Where to Buy: New Balance

New Balance has officially revealed the upcoming New Balance 990v4 Made in USA “Navy/Meteorite”. The seasonal release trades in the brand’s traditional soft suede for a darker leather and nubuck build tailored for fall.

Diverging from standard 990v4 releases, this iteration incorporates a sturdy leather and nubuck construction across the upper. Rendered primarily in New Balance Navy, the deep blue hue spans the underlying mesh base, structural paneling, and midsole unit.

Subtle contrast arrives in the form of “Meteorite” dark green underlays beneath the upper, introducing tonal depth without straying from the pair’s monochromatic aesthetic. The material refresh reflects New Balance’s ongoing seasonal adjustments within its premium Made in USA catalog for the colder months.

The New Balance 990v4 Made in USA “Navy/Meteorite” releases on September 24, 2026, for $195 USD via New Balance and select global retailers.

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