I work at New Balance store in STL and remember carrying the 992. The reason they discontinued the 992 is because they update the 990 every 2-3 years, so they stopped making it to improve on the next version, the 993!
Been rocking with NBs for years now, still have yet to secure this pair for retail, at the point where idrc I’m just gonna pay 250 for it. Great pick up and review!
992 is the most comfortable shoe i have ever worn. Plus the fact that it goes with anything atleast the M992gr. Great vid and review man. What son is playing at the end? super chill.
I know why they stopped making it: This shoe was a current production model in the mid-2000’s. The now current generation 990s are always paired with a “throwback” generation that’s exactly three generations older. So with the 990v5 being current right now, the 993 is the “throwback” version that you’ll see online. The 992 was the “throwback” version being sold online along with the 990v4. The 992 was very accessible for MSRP on the website through most of the lifespan of the 990v4. But when the 990v4 phased out, so did the the 992.
Thanks for sharing this Frank! I finally get an answer on this. So when the 990v6 releases the throwback sneaker will be the 994? Assuming the pattern continues.
@@guynkicks There is no 994. After the 993 they changed the model designation to just be “990” followed by the version. So after the 993 is the “990v3”. However, it’s not yet certain if the 990v3 will be the throwback option along with the 990v6 or if the throwback option will cycle back to the 991 and then always rotate between the 991, 992, and 993.
@@RasenRambo23yeah, they broke the cadence cycle that has been the standard for the past 10 years. With lifestyle product seeing huge increases in the past couple years they’re trying something new. Good for the brand.
@CARLOS L QUINTERO-SANTIAGO I'm a size 10.5 true to size and I went size 10. It fits good but sometimes I can feel the heel part slipping so I think I should have gone with a 9.5 but that's just my opinion because I like my shoes a bit snug
These were available at foot action. Full sizes. Didn’t pull the trigger as I have 8 other 992’s. I’m sure if I picked it up it’ll be my most worn pair of the bunch. Also I ran over to check all my pairs for that defect and luckily none of my pairs have it.
Man, i wanna turn that twisted lace down flat so bad. Lol Great pick up brother. I want a pair of 992’s bad. Did you see that pair for preorder off Saks 5th Ave? What did you think of the color way?
They’re both equally comfortable. The 990v5 does have ortholite insoles. If you want to flex get the 992. If you don’t want to pay resale, go with the 990v5.
Newbie question: I checked for the 992’s at my local mall and they didn’t have my size. At Champ’s the salesperson asked if I was I interested in the 990 V5 which are $10 more. They look very similar. Are the 992’s a better sneaker? Thanks for any comments.
@richv77 honestly it comes down to preference. They’re both very comfortable sneakers. Currently, 992 is a very popular NB silhouette and in my opinion I do like a bit more than the 990v5.
I don't get the hype on the 992’s?? I have a couple of 992 myself & I think the 993 are much better looking and more comfortable too. Well it’s a personal preference thing, I guess. Nothing @ NB right now that can beat the NB 990v5, IMO. Can't wait for next year 990v6. Saw it in person too. It’s LEGIT!!
@@guynkicks The v6 looks kinda like a low top basketball shoes, right? Well... In a way. The founder of Aimé Leon Dore; Teddy Santis is the new Creative Director of the NB Made in USA program that design the 990v6. Fun fact: Teddy use to play basketball too.
@@guynkicks yea man, you’re right. that's what makes it looks so 🔥 in my eyes. Really love the v5, but also like the new look of the v6 to differentiate it from its predecessor models. I what people to sleep on it, so the rest of the real NB fans like us can get our hands on it easily. Although NB going to GR these but reseller will screw it up for everyone.
My prediction is that these will be more hyped than the 990v5, but I will be shocked if these will sell out like another hyped NB. If it is, then NB purposely limit the release.
@@guynkicks oh I see. Yes I see the regular sizes are hard to get. New Balance can only make so much of them. After all, they are hand made in USA. I wear a 12 so I guess lucky in that way 😂
Certainly could tell that you are excited owning this pair, great video, would love to see more of your on feet b-rolls in your future videos! - @lkkbenwears
Honestly the 993 are the best. 992s are just a hype shoe at this point boosted by collabs for the sneakerheads. Literally brought back for this purpose. 993s directly replaced the 992s 2 years later in every way for a reason and set the way for every iteration of the 99X to come out since. More sizes, more material, more durability, better comfort. Long before the hype, IYKYK.
I agree 100%! But forgetting about hype, just looking at the shoes, it’s hard not to say the 992 doesn’t look better. Comfort it’s definitely a toss up, it can go either way. ✌🏼
The glue stains where the upper connects with the midsole is just poor workmanship. Not every pair is like that and some are perfect but I once had a pair look so bad I had to return them. Anyone buy this shoe without seeing them first always runs the risk of getting a bad pair.
They're comfortable but not durable. 991s are durable but not really comfortable. Get the 991s they last 10 years or more if you wear them consistently
Would be nice if they were available but they're not. Neither are the 993 which looks just like the 992. New Balance has fallen way behind on production. Sad.
@@guynkicks Agree. Really bad marketing/production decisions on the part of NB. I need new shoes and I'm already looking at and purchasing other brands. I'll most likely be switching to Brooks, Saucony or Asics. So disappointing. I was a NB loyalist for a long time but I've lost complete confidence in the product and the company. Quality control has been going down for years. Materials look cheap and sizing is never consistent. Sad, but I'm saying good-bye, NB. I used to tell everyone how great NB shoes are. NO MORE.
@@guynkicks I responded already, but have one more question for you. Is NB purposely not making the 993 gray available to force sales of the 990 v5? I've really had it with this company. It's nothing like it used to be. Moving on to Brooks.
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The 992’s are a low key timeless flex.
I work at New Balance store in STL and remember carrying the 992. The reason they discontinued the 992 is because they update the 990 every 2-3 years, so they stopped making it to improve on the next version, the 993!
Appreciate this 👍🏼
Are they ever gonna bring it back?
You know this man genuinely happy when he cracks a smile, this might be the first time 😂
The camera makes me shy ☺️, but I couldn’t hide the emotion in this one.
Been rocking with NBs for years now, still have yet to secure this pair for retail, at the point where idrc I’m just gonna pay 250 for it. Great pick up and review!
That's how I felt bro, I couldn't wait any longer Lol. Thanks for watching!
Dope video as always man! Glad you were able to get your pair !
Thanks bro! 🙏🏼
Yep the grey 992s are classics!!! I love the comfort and the premium materials...retail here at shops also amount to around $230 as well.
There're definitely classics dude, so happy to have them.
The GREY 992s will forever be the GOAT. Clean color, clean silhouette.. can’t go wrong! 🔥
Really can’t bro, ever since I’ve had them it’s a pair I always want to wear. 😅
@@guynkicks looking to get a pair myself honestly. I have the 993s in the GR colorway.. where did you score for $230?
@Dyrell Kemon I paid resale through GOAT
Need the 992 in grey and the maroon “purple” they are just pretty hard to get
They are dude, but you need one of them 😂
These992 the 550 and james worthy joints are the flagship joints.
Awesome review, New Balance content is always appreciated
Always bro! New obsession 😂
992 is the most comfortable shoe i have ever worn. Plus the fact that it goes with anything atleast the M992gr. Great vid and review man. What son is playing at the end? super chill.
Super comfortable man! Song is by Sony "Orange"
*Siny
Love the video bro! Honestly, I'm used to wearing Nike all the time until I get 992. It's claaaaassic, especially it's reproduced after 14 years!
Thanks man! Once you try a NB and appreciate what they do, it changes how you view other brands.
Great review bro🙏 I've made it my mission to grab a few NB this year, this is definitely one to be considered 🤔
Definitely bro! I’ll look forward to your reaction. 👍🏼
Without question, this is the most comfortable sneaker I have ever owned!
🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
For last 3 month ..im just falling in love with new balance shoes
But sadly i dont have one 😢
I know why they stopped making it:
This shoe was a current production model in the mid-2000’s. The now current generation 990s are always paired with a “throwback” generation that’s exactly three generations older. So with the 990v5 being current right now, the 993 is the “throwback” version that you’ll see online.
The 992 was the “throwback” version being sold online along with the 990v4. The 992 was very accessible for MSRP on the website through most of the lifespan of the 990v4. But when the 990v4 phased out, so did the the 992.
Thanks for sharing this Frank! I finally get an answer on this. So when the 990v6 releases the throwback sneaker will be the 994? Assuming the pattern continues.
@@guynkicks There is no 994. After the 993 they changed the model designation to just be “990” followed by the version. So after the 993 is the “990v3”.
However, it’s not yet certain if the 990v3 will be the throwback option along with the 990v6 or if the throwback option will cycle back to the 991 and then always rotate between the 991, 992, and 993.
Right no 994! 🤦🏻♂️ Interesting stuff dude, there’s a strategy behind it for sure.
Didn't age well. 990v6 is out and the 993 is still available.
@@RasenRambo23yeah, they broke the cadence cycle that has been the standard for the past 10 years. With lifestyle product seeing huge increases in the past couple years they’re trying something new. Good for the brand.
I just got my pair of 992 grey yesterday! I was able to decide which NB pair to cop thanks to your other video :)
Awesome Riam! This type of feedback brings me joy 😁👍🏼 Let me know how you like them
@@guynkicks looks great, can't wait to wear them outside! 😁
@CARLOS L QUINTERO-SANTIAGO I'm a size 10.5 true to size and I went size 10. It fits good but sometimes I can feel the heel part slipping so I think I should have gone with a 9.5 but that's just my opinion because I like my shoes a bit snug
Bro okay okay im convinced, I will be buying a pair of new balances in the near future lol
Nice bro! You’re going to love them 🤣
Just picked up the 2002R and if anyone is struggling to get the 992 these are every bit as good.
I love the 2002R, definitely a great alternative and is cheaper.
My dream NB shoe
nice review indeed. i been looking at the 992 myself so this review helped answer some questions I had. Appreciate the details provided.
Awesome bro, that’s what I love to hear 🙏🏼
I think I'm entering a New Balance love affair ... their releases are so dam good 👍
Definitely! 💯
These were available at foot action. Full sizes. Didn’t pull the trigger as I have 8 other 992’s. I’m sure if I picked it up it’ll be my most worn pair of the bunch. Also I ran over to check all my pairs for that defect and luckily none of my pairs have it.
How long ago were they at Footaction? I had been searching everywhere lol
@@guynkicks I live in Irvine so the Spectrum had it on their shelves this past Sunday when I was shopping.
I’m from Jersey so it’s hard to find on the shelves.
@@guynkicks lots of hypebeasts here and Sneaker conners that only pick up things that are ✌🏼resell value ✌🏼. So some releases sit for a day or two.
That’s for sure! Lol
These are nice. The next time I go to an outlet I'll look for the V3 and hopefully they'll have a few sizes that I can try on.
Good luck dude! 🤞🏼
Just copped some from extra butter can’t wait
Sweet bro! I was never able to find a 9.5 at retail.
Yeah I did hear that, DC/Baltimore area are huge on New Balance. Pretty cool bro!
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Just subbed man. Fire content. I liked your purple 992 video. 🔥
Thanks bro! Those purple ones are clean. Sucks I couldn’t get them in my size
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I hear they’re supposed to have a wider release soon.
I’ll definitely keep lookout for it 🤙🏼🤙🏼
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Awesome dude! Shout out to Hong Kong 🙏🏼🤙🏼
They need to restock these. I need a pair ASAP
Hopefully. But the word out is that the 990v3 will be getting a restock.
i just got a pair from newbalance website. they might still have a 13 in stock
Great video, I own the 992, 990v2, 997.5 & 998 in grey
All great kicks! 🔥
i got mine preowned, never used for $130 but they hurt right at the ball of my foot.
That sucks. At least you didn’t pay the resale price.
Man, i wanna turn that twisted lace down flat so bad. Lol
Great pick up brother. I want a pair of 992’s bad. Did you see that pair for preorder off Saks 5th Ave? What did you think of the color way?
🤣🤣...Thanks bro! I did see it, but not really feeling the colorway and the color blocking. I’m sure it’ll sell out though.
what was the song when you were showcasing the shoe? sounds chill asf
As used a song from a RUclips Library that has songs that are copyright free. But I don’t remember which one it is.
Are you sure about the sizing though? So many people on yt keep saying different things..is it tts? Great video btw
Thanks dude! Sizing is weird bro because it’s subjective, but IMO sizing half size down will be best.
Awesome review man. Love the 992 but do you know if they are sold in a wide (2E) width?
Not 100% sure if NB gave the sizing options when these dropped in April of 2020.
NB needs to sponsor some of your videos, I only buy NB.
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Do you know if there is gonna be another drop? I really like this pair :/
Yeah I haven’t heard or seen anything. There will be other colorways though and I’m sure more collabs.
another 14 years
Uk Nb restocked 992 grey like few days ago :< damn
I've missed a few restocks, still looking for a Navy 992 restock.
Craziest NB of all time.
You got these too?
@@guynkicks yessir. Can’t go wrong with them! Great vid, man 💯
Yeah man for sure! These are a no brainer. Thanks for watching 🙏🏼
My inner old man keeps telling me i like these i might have to buy some 992s 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
You should, they’re really good. 😂
Want these so bad 🔥🔥
Do you prefer these to the 990v5
I will still pick the 990v5 mainly because of its updated materials.
That suade defect is probably because these are NOT 100% made in U.S.A. Even their website description says they are only 70% made in U.S.A.
!!!!!!!!guys Ineed help I wanna know which one is better I watched a lot of videos for both of these 990 or 992!!!!!!!
They’re both equally comfortable. The 990v5 does have ortholite insoles. If you want to flex get the 992. If you don’t want to pay resale, go with the 990v5.
@@guynkicks okay okay I'll probably go with the 990v5 but still thanks.
They were discontinued because they wasnt popular outside of Baltimore. Steve Jobs gave the cosign but who wants to wear what Steve wore?
Triple black ?
Those are 🔥 too, but I had to start with the grey.
I’m an 11.5 in V4’s. Would you recommend that same size for the 992’s?
I don’t own a V4 yet, but if the 11.5 feels good in the V4 then it’ll probably be the same for the 992.
These or the white silvers ? Suggest me bro 🙌 dope video anyways. Subscribed
These all day! 😂 thanks for the sub 🙏🏼
Got these on sale for 120
I just got them for a steal, grey near the heel is more green then grey though. any way to revive them? salon 40 maybe?
@jai not sure dude, sorry about that.
So why is New balance not selling these?
It has to be to create buzz and hype.
Newbie question: I checked for the 992’s at my local mall and they didn’t have my size. At Champ’s the salesperson asked if I was I interested in the 990 V5 which are $10 more. They look very similar. Are the 992’s a better sneaker? Thanks for any comments.
@richv77 honestly it comes down to preference. They’re both very comfortable sneakers. Currently, 992 is a very popular NB silhouette and in my opinion I do like a bit more than the 990v5.
40.5 on nike i and 40.7 adidas. I need to buy new balance 992 at size 40.5 or 40?
I would go with 40
Heel drop??
I don't get the hype on the 992’s?? I have a couple of 992 myself & I think the 993 are much better looking and more comfortable too. Well it’s a personal preference thing, I guess. Nothing @ NB right now that can beat the NB 990v5, IMO. Can't wait for next year 990v6. Saw it in person too. It’s LEGIT!!
Yeah 990v6 looks dope as hell.
@@guynkicks The v6 looks kinda like a low top basketball shoes, right? Well... In a way. The founder of Aimé Leon Dore; Teddy Santis is the new Creative Director of the NB Made in USA program that design the 990v6. Fun fact: Teddy use to play basketball too.
Definitely looks more athletic if you know what I mean. But also keeping the essential chunky look.
@@guynkicks yea man, you’re right. that's what makes it looks so 🔥 in my eyes. Really love the v5, but also like the new look of the v6 to differentiate it from its predecessor models. I what people to sleep on it, so the rest of the real NB fans like us can get our hands on it easily. Although NB going to GR these but reseller will screw it up for everyone.
My prediction is that these will be more hyped than the 990v5, but I will be shocked if these will sell out like another hyped NB. If it is, then NB purposely limit the release.
They stopped producing the 992 because the 993 came out. Just like they stopped producing the 990v4 when the v5 came out. Same line - new version.
Thanks for the info. Makes a lot of sense. 👍🏼
"feels good in hand" haha!
subscribed brother!
Thank you!
same sizing as 990?
Yes
Jeeze you paid $230? Was that Canadian $$? I paid $179 directly from New Balance with free shipping as of 5/10/2021.
US $ lol My size has been sold out for retail for a long time now.
@@guynkicks oh I see. Yes I see the regular sizes are hard to get. New Balance can only make so much of them. After all, they are hand made in USA. I wear a 12 so I guess lucky in that way 😂
@Fluky Review yeah you’re lucky lol.
Certainly could tell that you are excited owning this pair, great video, would love to see more of your on feet b-rolls in your future videos! - @lkkbenwears
For sure bro, thanks my guy!
Honestly the 993 are the best. 992s are just a hype shoe at this point boosted by collabs for the sneakerheads. Literally brought back for this purpose.
993s directly replaced the 992s 2 years later in every way for a reason and set the way for every iteration of the 99X to come out since. More sizes, more material, more durability, better comfort. Long before the hype, IYKYK.
I agree 100%! But forgetting about hype, just looking at the shoes, it’s hard not to say the 992 doesn’t look better. Comfort it’s definitely a toss up, it can go either way. ✌🏼
The glue stains where the upper connects with the midsole is just poor workmanship. Not every pair is like that and some are perfect but I once had a pair look so bad I had to return them. Anyone buy this shoe without seeing them first always runs the risk of getting a bad pair.
Yeah this is the second one I’ve had with issue. The purple one I reviewed also had it. Good thing is that it’s not really noticeable from a distance.
They're comfortable but not durable. 991s are durable but not really comfortable. Get the 991s they last 10 years or more if you wear them consistently
Would be nice if they were available but they're not. Neither are the 993 which looks just like the 992. New Balance has fallen way behind on production. Sad.
It’s intentional, but that shouldn’t be the case. It’ll be nice if 992 and 993 GRs would always be available.
@@guynkicks Agree. Really bad marketing/production decisions on the part of NB. I need new shoes and I'm already looking at and purchasing other brands. I'll most likely be switching to Brooks, Saucony or Asics. So disappointing. I was a NB loyalist for a long time but I've lost complete confidence in the product and the company. Quality control has been going down for years. Materials look cheap and sizing is never consistent. Sad, but I'm saying good-bye, NB. I used to tell everyone how great NB shoes are. NO MORE.
@@guynkicks I responded already, but have one more question for you. Is NB purposely not making the 993 gray available to force sales of the 990 v5? I've really had it with this company. It's nothing like it used to be. Moving on to Brooks.
Not sure but in my experience with them, they just rotate the models.
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Nice cops those are mad comfortable new balance need more respect I need to call Travis Scott and tell him to wear new balance lol
Na bro don’t do that! Then everyone will want them 🤣
@@guynkicks definitely the last thing we need, hype goes up then prices go up. NB is good off that lol.
Yeah man keep the hype low for sure
why does this pair look like a fake? terrible connections between the upper material and the sole. They're just terrible.
Believe it or not, as great as the 992 is, that’s my biggest issue with the pair. However newer ones have it less.
Nice, if you had to pick which is more comfortable, the 992 or the 993?
Tough question! They’re both very close. Maybe be slight edge to the 993. But 992 has the looks for sure.