The new XC-72 pushes its classic sources of inspiration even further into unexplored territory, with a time-bending design inspired by the speculative technological optimism of 1970s concept cars. Three distinctive traction outsole patterns and angular features are employed to give the familiar low-cut sleekness of the eras running shoes an aggressive, experimental edge. The XC-72 is the future that the past dreamed about, come to life. Meets New Balances green leaf standard upper is made of 50 or more recycled content, andor leather that supports more responsible manufacturing through the Leather Working Group, and at least one midsoleoutsole material contains a minimum of 3 bio-based or 5 recycled content.

• Vertically split outsole features two hard ground traction designs the XC15s gripper and the 375s studded pattern
• Stability heel clip featuring the 620s herringbone outsole pattern
• Hairy suede overlays and recycled content in N logo, lace and lining. Vamp features textile with * TENCEL Lyocell fibers derived from renewable wood sources.
• Rubber outsole with 5 recycled content
• Single layer microfiber tongue
• Squared toe shape inspired by 1970s concept car designs