“The most New Balance shoe ever created.” That pretty much says it all, doesn’t it? No, not really. The 574 might just be our most surprising icon. The 574 was designed with the goal of being a versatile shoe for many different situations, rather than a showcase of revolutionary technology or premium materials. This simple, unpretentious versatility is exactly what catapulted the 574 to the forefront of the all-time greats. With its hybrid road/trail design on a wider last than the narrow running silhouettes of the previous generation, the 574 offered a uniquely versatile fusion—new, different, simple, tough, durable, and comfortable—that became a wardrobe staple worldwide. That’s why today, the 574 is synonymous with boundary-pushing New Balance style that can be worn by anyone.