The "best New Balance shoe of all time" – that says it all, right? Well, not exactly. The 574 may be our most unusual icon. It was designed as a reliable shoe that performs well in many different areas, rather than as a platform for revolutionary technologies or a showcase for high-quality materials. It is precisely this humble, unpretentious versatility that has propelled the 574 into the ranks of the greats. As a hybrid street-trail construction built on a wider last than the narrow racing silhouettes of previous generations, the 574 is a uniquely versatile blend of new, different, uncomplicated, robust, durable, and comfortable, which has made its way into shoe closets around the world. Today, the 574 is synonymous with New Balance's revolutionary style that is wearable by everyone.