Key Details
Style Code: U992AR
- The New Balance 992 debuted in 2006 as the successor to the 991, made to mark the brand's 100th anniversary.
- The 992 “Blue Gemstone” is a general release, arriving the same season as three Teddy Santis-curated 992 colorways.
- The shoe runs ABZORB SBS cushioning, TS2 support, and an N-durance rubber outsole.
The New Balance 992 has a fresh “Light Arctic Grey/Black/Blue Gemstone” colorway this fall, part of the brand’s newly revealed Made in USA Fall/Winter 2026 lineup. Official images confirm the pair, tagged U992AR, as a general release addition to a season already stacked with three Teddy Santis curated 992 styles.
The 992 first launched in 2006 as the successor to the 991, built to mark New Balance’s 100th anniversary, and has since crossed over from performance runner to lifestyle staple. This unisex Made in USA release keeps that run going, and it’s the latest in a wave of blue toned New Balance drops JustFreshKicks has covered recently, including the RC56 “Blue Gemstone” and the 990v4 “Magic Blue”. Browse New Balance’s full Made in USA catalog for the rest of the season’s releases.
The New Balance 992 “Blue Gemstone” Design
Blue Gemstone drives the upper, showing up across the mesh base at the toe, midfoot, and collar, plus the tongue stitching and select midsole accents. Light Arctic Grey suede wraps the mudguard and the bulk of the remaining paneling, while dark navy leather covers the heel tab and underlay panels. The side “N” logos sit in a darker tone with blue trim, black laces and lining break up the palette, and a blue New Balance wordmark sits above a 992 badge on the tongue, with “USA” lettering stitched into the heel. Underfoot, a mostly black midsole picks up blue accents at the heel and forefoot, and Light Arctic Grey and blue return on the outsole alongside New Balance’s N durance rubber.
What Technology Does the New Balance 992 Use?
The 992 pairs an ABZORB SBS midsole for cushioning and rebound with TS2 support for smoother transitions and an N durance rubber outsole for abrasion resistance, the same performance tooling that’s defined the model since its 2006 debut.
New Balance 992 “Blue Gemstone” Release Information
New Balance’s official US listing schedules the 992 “Blue Gemstone” (U992AR) for October 2, 2026 at 10 a.m. Eastern, priced at $199.99. Check New Balance for current sizes and ordering details.
New Balance 992 “Blue Gemstone”
Color: Light Arctic Grey/Black/Blue Gemstone
Style Code: U992AR
Release Date: October 2, 2026 (New Balance US)
Price: $199.99 (New Balance US)
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the New Balance 992 “Blue Gemstone” release?
New Balance’s US listing gives October 2, 2026 at 10 a.m. Eastern for style U992AR.
How much does the New Balance 992 “Blue Gemstone” cost?
The official New Balance US price is $199.99. Pricing in other markets may differ.
Where can you buy the New Balance 992 “Blue Gemstone”?
Check the official New Balance US product page for current size availability and ordering details.
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