The New Balance Red Wing x 997 is a premium lifestyle sneaker that blends the best of both brands. The upper is made from suede and leather for a luxurious look and feel, while the ENCAP midsole provides cushioning and support. The gum rubber outsole ensures maximum traction, making this sneaker perfect for any activity. Developed from over a century of craftsmanship, New Balance and Red Wing utilized suede and leather on the upper to create their premium 'Brown' lifestyle sneaker. A soft leather tongue features embossed branding detail while tonal laces work their way up the vamp to secure the foot. Heading down below, a white ENCAP midsole is fused with a gum rubber outsole to deliver maximum traction underfoot.