The New Balance shoe of all time says it all, right? No, not really. The 574 might be our most unlikely symbol. The 574 was built to be a reliable shoe that excels at many different things, rather than serving as a platform for revolutionary technology or a showcase for high-quality materials. This understated, unpretentious versatility is exactly what catapulted the 574 into the ranks of the greatest of all time. As a hybrid street/trail design built on a wider last than the narrow racing silhouettes of previous generations, the 574 offered a uniquely versatile blend of new, uncomplicated, rugged, durable, and comfortable wear that has been embraced worldwide as a wardrobe classic. That’s why the 574 is synonymous with the cross-border New Balance style and is worn by everyone today.