The Original New Balance 2002R “Protection Pack” Is Returning

Product Name: New Balance 2002R “Protection Pack”

Color Options: “Gray Cloud with Magnet,” “Sea Salt with NB White,” and “Phantom with Magnet”

Stock Keeping Unit (SKU): M2002RDA, M2002RDC, M2002RDB

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price: $180 USD

Availability Date: June 4

Purchase Location: New Balance stores or official website

For approximately ten years, New Balance has been leading the sneaker market with its innovative and impactful designs. A significant factor behind this rise is the popularity of their “Protection Pack” series. Launched in 2021 with the 2002R model, this design philosophy has led to an extensive range of color variations for the 2002R, as well as other models like the 1906R, by adopting a dismantling approach.

Currently, New Balance Europe has announced that the initial three color schemes from the 2002R “Protection Pack” are coming back. The first pair shown is the “Rain Cloud/Magnet”, where different shades of gray emphasize its multi-layered construction and culminates in a worn-out sole. Similarly, the “Sea Salt/NB White” and “Phantom/Magnet” colorways employ a similar technique, resulting in white and dark gray finishes respectively.

Though New Balance hasn’t revealed its U.S. release schedule for the comeback of the 2002R “Protection Pack,” its European site indicates they will be available on June 4 for €180 EUR (approximately $201 USD). Keep an eye out, it’s expected to go global on this date, and possibly priced at around $180 USD in the U.S.

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2025-05-15 23:26