Catalogue/New Balance/1906D
NNew Balance
Retro Running
83Score

CoreScore breakdown

5,600 reviews · 18 expert tests

Comfort80
Durability85
Performance70
Value80
Fit accuracy85

New Balance

1906D

Dad shoe done right.

Weight

316g

Heel drop

12mm

Stack

24mm

streetRemovable insole

Best for

Retro collectorsCasual wearersWide-foot ownersNB fans

Not ideal for

RunningTechnical sportNarrow-foot wearers

Best price

$150

RRP

$150

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Lowest ever: $128

Verdict

The New Balance 1906D is a solid retro running in our database, scoring 83/100. It excels for retro collectors and casual wearers. Most users highlight trendy retro silhouette. The main trade-off: not for performance.

01

Lab measurements

Weight

316g

UK size 9 men's

Heel drop

12mm

High drop

Heel stack

24mm

Forefoot stack

12mm

Midsole hardness

38HC

Medium

Energy return

42%

Higher = bouncier

Toebox width

97mm

Breathability

65/100

Outsole grip

74/100

Flexibility

55/100

Heel counter

3/5

Ankle hold

Sustainability

16%

Recycled content

02

Fit guide

Sizing specs

SizingWide toe box. Multiple widths available.
Size rangeUS 6–16
Width optionsD, 2E, 4E
Arch supportneutral
Removable insoleYes
Orthotic readyYes

Best for

Retro collectors
Casual wearers
Wide-foot owners
NB fans

Not ideal for

Running
Technical sport
Narrow-foot wearers
03

Price tracker

7-month price history

$150
Oct
$143
Nov
$128
Dec
$150
Jan
$137
Feb
$150
Mar
$141
Apr

Current prices

New BalanceBest
$150
Amazon
$155

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04

Construction

upper

Leather + mesh

midsole

ABZORB + ACTEVA foam

outsole

Rubber

insole

Foam

heel Counter

External

lacing

Traditional

05

What people say

5,600

Reviews

18

Expert tests

83

Sentiment

What people love

Trendy retro silhouette
Multiple widths
Quality construction

Common complaints

Not for performance
Pricey for casual
Heavy