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New Balance goes Gore-Tex with 996s in Japan

05/09/2022
New Balance goes Gore-Tex with 996s in Japan

Sports brand New Balance, headquartered in Boston, has released a twist on its classic men’s 996 sneaker, exclusive to Japan and notable for its incorporation of Gore-Tex textile technology.

The shoe, called the CM996X Gore-Tex, features a typical suede and mesh upper, however the unusual application of a Gore-Tex membrane – known for its lightweight, waterproof and breathable properties – below the surface broadens its suitability for all-weather conditions.

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