New Balance NB 2002R Protection Black First, the New Balance NB 2002R Protection Black draws on New Balance's early 2000s running heritage — the 2002R Protection series rebuilt for contemporary wear. Black: a colorway chosen for runners who appreciate where performance footwear comes from. Moreover, the 2002R Protection series applies premium construction to a silhouette that defined Y2K running aesthetics — ABZORB cushioning and structured overlays that have aged better than most footwear from that era. ABZORB + ABZORB DTS: Heritage Cushioning Platform Additionally, aBZORB is New Balance's compression-resistant foam compound, developed for performance running in the early 2000s and refined for the 2002R Protection series. ABZORB DTS adds a dual-compound heel insert for enhanced impact absorption. Together, they deliver genuine comfort for all-day wear with running DNA that most lifestyle shoes cannot claim. Mesh and synthetic overlays: structured support. Carbon rubber outsole. 330 g. 12 mm drop. 33 mm heel stack. Heritage running technology for contemporary lifestyle wear. For Who? For runners and sneaker collectors who appreciate performance footwear heritage. The 2002R for athletes who wear their running identity daily. Technical Data Weight: 330 g (US M 9.5) Drop: 12 mm Stack: 33 mm heel / 21 mm forefoot Foam: ABZORB + ABZORB DTS Upper: Mesh and synthetic overlays — structured support Outsole: Carbon rubber — durable all-surface Surface: Road / Lifestyle Usage: Lifestyle, casual wear, daily comfort
