The “general release” version of the 1906 is 1906R - for running like you said. But for the Refined Future Pack version of the 1906 (featured in this video), it is 1906D for distressed. Gotta love the D! PAWS!
Thank you for this video. It’s exactly what I needed. I bought the 2002R Lunar and love them. Was excited today to see them release the 1906R. Happy to hear the positive feedback
Looking to buy these or a different pair of 2002r. Only problem is that photos of the lunars are inconsistent. Would you say that they are a cream/off white color all around? Or are they predominantly grey
1906 midsole uses Acteva Lite, while the 2002 uses Abzorb for its midsole. Therefore, their midsoles are not the same. Some say Acteva Lite is firmer than Abzorb. Many reviewers have been incorrect about the midsole material because New Balance website has been confusing.
1906 is a way more comfortable model in my opinion, picked up a pair last month and been wearing them non stop. Tried on the 2002r a few times and just didn’t feel right (even though its the same sole) compared to 990s.. but i love these LOL
The name of the pack is "Refined Future" whether it's the 2002r or the 1906 , the name "Protection Pack", was given to the shoe by a sneaker boutique,not the designer
I'm in my 40s and only ever worn nike's the invincible run 2 my last shoe thanks to your videos I picked up the more v4 and love it. I feel nike tech is good but the looks aren't there. NB has better colorways and love the looks of these and the 990s.
Having been into New Balance for about a year now have a bunch of pairs. Tried 2002r's on today for the first time and I have to say the comfort and fit is up there with the best that NB has to offer. In fact for me personally I think the 2002r is the comfiest fitting shoe from New Balance.
Yo did you get the new ones ? Help me plz ...I have these grey 1906s In this video and wear size 9 but I want the rainclouds should I buy the same size 9????
@@donpulaski I’m a size 9 in almost Everything but for some reason the size 9 was a lil big on me so I went with an 8.5 but that’s cause I have a wide short foot
The toe box comparison helped me decided to grab the 1906! I loved the rain clouds but I ended up selling because the toe box was too wide and cumbersome. I love that the 1906 toe box looks more narrow!
@@heskicks I know you have the Gray pair of the 1906D which the D stands for Deconstruct because I saw you mention you didn't know what it stood for. Do you like the Gray or Black pair of the 1906D better?
I own 1906r cordura gold version. I actually prefer the 2002 with the protection pack because 1906 have a lot of details already you don't want to cover them
Comfort wise in what order would you say these are cushion wise. I love the Vomero 5s and they feel awesome. Which ones are better for NB tho 1906d or 2002rs?
That 1906 is not protection pack... I have both. Same colorways, love em both tbh. Still want the black colorway of the 1906 though. They restocked several times, but not for my size. =(
Hi, thanks for the great video! Can I check if the 2002R runs true to size? I have a slightly wider feet and I can only find a size up and not a half size up. Will a size up be too big? Hope you be able to advise! Thanks!
Damn I paid a little over retail on eBay because they weren’t in stock the other day on the new balance website. Still a clean shoe regardless so I don’t really care that much
Why do they look dorky to you? I think it's the blend of natural looking materials like suede on a retro runner that attracts people. Compared to when they almost exclusively used synthetics like plastics and mesh.
@@TheBaconBasket1 the materials are nice but the silouhettes are very boring, they are just like most shoes you can find in malls for around 100bucks.. So i do not understand the hype at all
Hope you guys have a good day! These New Balance 1906R protection pack restocked today here for those looking: bit.ly/3Z5Ls4A
Just got my first 1906 just now. Looking forward to trying them out. Got the turtledove and black colorway
New Balance has never called these the "Protection Pack" that's a name that someone made up. They're called the 2002R Deconstruct
My snkrs collection moved from nike to NB.. feels like changing a donkey for a horse
Didn’t know donkeys are better
@@CRYPT1C21Nike barely has comfort. Only aesthetic
Same here. I guess this is what growing up feels like lol
😂😂😂😂😂😂
@@CRYPT1C21nah lil homie Nikes are overhyped and flat no comfort
Shout out to the NB creative team, they still haven't missed
4 atleast 4yrs straight
Yes they have.
New Balance are pure aesthetic! They just look and feel quality especially when I compare to my Nike, Adidas and Yeezys.
Loving the videos
The “general release” version of the 1906 is 1906R - for running like you said. But for the Refined Future Pack version of the 1906 (featured in this video), it is 1906D for distressed. Gotta love the D! PAWS!
I'm pretty sure the D stands Deconstruct
Thank you for this video. It’s exactly what I needed. I bought the 2002R Lunar and love them. Was excited today to see them release the 1906R. Happy to hear the positive feedback
Looking to buy these or a different pair of 2002r. Only problem is that photos of the lunars are inconsistent. Would you say that they are a cream/off white color all around? Or are they predominantly grey
The 2002R LNY are so amazing for the quality. I hope New Balance officially puts the real name of these as the Refined Future pack.
I actually like the look of the 1906 more than the protection pack, the colors flow better imo, I'll still probably get both though lol, great video.
1906 midsole uses Acteva Lite, while the 2002 uses Abzorb for its midsole. Therefore, their midsoles are not the same. Some say Acteva Lite is firmer than Abzorb. Many reviewers have been incorrect about the midsole material because New Balance website has been confusing.
The D is for distressed
The 2002 protection packs are actually 2002RD, the 1906 protection packs are 1906D
1906 is a way more comfortable model in my opinion, picked up a pair last month and been wearing them non stop. Tried on the 2002r a few times and just didn’t feel right (even though its the same sole) compared to 990s.. but i love these LOL
would you say the 1906 has more room or are they literally the same fit/length?
@@TheDonkyGamePlaytry them un footlocker
2002r, but I still really like the 1906 as well. So buy both!
Great that people other than DC locals are showing love for NB all of these decades later.
Brooooooo this review right on time my G
I have both and absolutely love, both! Grey 1906 and pink & purple 2002! Get alot of compliments on both
Aren’t they called refined future pack and not protection pack?
Just got my first pair of 2002r today, so comfy and stylish. They have rope laces though so I may look for flat laces. Still fire shoes.
2002r will be my first NB shoe ever i have high hopes on them
I just picked up the 1906 turtle dove colorway. I really like the black sole with the cream colored upper with that thick suede.
Which has the bigger/wider toe box?
Why this shoes look so badass🦁
The name of the pack is "Refined Future" whether it's the 2002r or the 1906 , the name "Protection Pack", was given to the shoe by a sneaker boutique,not the designer
Exactly 💯
Great review, comparison, & feedback.
ordered my pair today. cant wait
I love the 1906, the rubber at the back looks better, the yellow patch ruined the 2002 for me
The side mesh panels on the 2002r helps with wide feet.
I'm in my 40s and only ever worn nike's the invincible run 2 my last shoe thanks to your videos I picked up the more v4 and love it. I feel nike tech is good but the looks aren't there. NB has better colorways and love the looks of these and the 990s.
Having been into New Balance for about a year now have a bunch of pairs. Tried 2002r's on today for the first time and I have to say the comfort and fit is up there with the best that NB has to offer. In fact for me personally I think the 2002r is the comfiest fitting shoe from New Balance.
I just got the lunars and the navy 2002r. These are sick
Currently in the market for the 2021 pair. Too 🔥
I like them both but the edge and my preference goes to 2002R they just look better on foot and I have the same pair I love them.
I just got the 2002r protection pack rain cloud! I can’t wait to get them
Yo did you get the new ones ? Help me plz ...I have these grey 1906s In this video and wear size 9 but I want the rainclouds should I buy the same size 9????
@@donpulaski I’m a size 9 in almost Everything but for some reason the size 9 was a lil big on me so I went with an 8.5 but that’s cause I have a wide short foot
The toe box comparison helped me decided to grab the 1906! I loved the rain clouds but I ended up selling because the toe box was too wide and cumbersome.
I love that the 1906 toe box looks more narrow!
once you get em on feet the toe down is great!
@@heskicks I know you have the Gray pair of the 1906D which the D stands for Deconstruct because I saw you mention you didn't know what it stood for. Do you like the Gray or Black pair of the 1906D better?
I was the total opposite. Im glad they have both options.
@@heskicks which NB model would you suggest for standing all day on concrete that offers good heel/ankle support?
1906 are to narrow in the toe for me. Uncomfortable.
I own 1906r cordura gold version. I actually prefer the 2002 with the protection pack because 1906 have a lot of details already you don't want to cover them
im currently stuck between getting the Grey 2002R or the Grey 1906D Protection Pack
Which did you end up going with
What did u get?
How’s the running in the shoe?
New Balance been dropping mad heat as of late . Imma do a review of my fire red 2002rs today 🔥
Just recive m'y castel rock 1906 and y m in love whit that schoe !!! Feel so good on feet !! Just incredible
Where did you order them from?
Comfort wise in what order would you say these are cushion wise. I love the Vomero 5s and they feel awesome. Which ones are better for NB tho 1906d or 2002rs?
Can’t decide on a pair. I really like both
whichever is cheapest in your favorite colorway
Would u do the black 2002r protection or the black 1906 protection
I wore the 990s to disneyland and i did not last past 4 hrs . Are these more comfortable?
Did you get wide or regular.
What color way is the 2002R
The “R” is for Refined
@heskicks which of these models do you feel offers more support to the heel/ankle? Thanks
I definitely want to try a pair out.
Isn’t it “the refined future” not the protection pack?
That 1906 is not protection pack...
I have both. Same colorways, love em both tbh. Still want the black colorway of the 1906 though. They restocked several times, but not for my size. =(
Are you gonna try out the Adizero SL? Might be the new lightstrike shoe that’s good for casual use
Can you review the new balance navy goretex?
I really like this model I’m gonna have to get a pair
Mann New Balance about too kill the game
Is it just my pair or are the 1906 protection pack really soft and squishy compared to the regular 1906?
Both Are 🔥🔥
I have the 2002R size 9 it feels a bit bulky and roomy I normally wear size 9. Do I need to half size down for 1906r?
Ready to change my drip drip droopy drop to New balance
Hi, thanks for the great video! Can I check if the 2002R runs true to size? I have a slightly wider feet and I can only find a size up and not a half size up. Will a size up be too big? Hope you be able to advise! Thanks!
I need a work shoe I do a lot of walking I’m between the 1906 & the 990v5 which one do you recommend? I have flat feet
Wide feet here and I vote for 990v5 👍🏼
That 2002r 🤩
Damn I paid a little over retail on eBay because they weren’t in stock the other day on the new balance website. Still a clean shoe regardless so I don’t really care that much
Bro the NEW grey 2002rs and those grey 1906s both fit the same ..... DO THE RAINCLOUDS FIT THE SAME AS BOTH OF THEM? Plz help
Protection Pack or Refined Future?
“Refined Future” - named by Yue Wu, the designer himself
@@zayum90 I thought so. However, I keep hearing or seeing them be called the Protection Pack.
I really wanna like these way more than I do.
Unlike the 2002r the regular 1906s look better than these IMHO.
The beige with black outsole/midsole is my fav protection/refined future to drop
2002r for the win
Got the 1906s and can’t wait for them to come in
i have the black ones otw!!
I just copped the 1906 protection pack castlerock today can’t wait to rock um🚛💨🔥
the cushion is not something to write home about. its very hard and it cause my feet to hurt due to my underlying plantar fasciitis.
Thank you for this, I have PF and I have to be mindful of the kicks I wear.
In india we need this model..😍😍
I’m not a fan of the protection packs in general. 😮 the hairy suede isn’t my jam. Great content as always 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Shoutout to me for giving New Balance a great idea. 9060 in a protection pack treatment. 😉
Looks - 2002
Comfort - 1906
2002 babes wya
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Hello anh yeu
My OCD keeps me from buying these....what a mess 🤣
White looks a lot cleaner
New Balance just look so...awful I wouldnt even try them.
You're missing out
Weird flex bro
I don't understand why anyone would buy such ugly dorky shoes especially considering that they're not cheap..
Why do they look dorky to you? I think it's the blend of natural looking materials like suede on a retro runner that attracts people. Compared to when they almost exclusively used synthetics like plastics and mesh.
@@TheBaconBasket1 the materials are nice but the silouhettes are very boring, they are just like most shoes you can find in malls for around 100bucks.. So i do not understand the hype at all
@@mihaikonta9828 ur a bot with no drip keep wearing ur foam runners bozo
@@christopherpadilla5244 bro what ion even have a pair of foam runners lmao keep wearin your geography teacher ass nb s