Andrew Reynolds' First Signature Shoe: Welding a Dad-Runner Shell Onto a Skate Tank

If you didn't know it was a skate shoe, the 933 could easily pass for one of New Balance's Made in USA or UK retro runners. The Quicksand and Sea Salt milk-tea colorway wraps around a silhouette that looks more suited for a coffee shop than a skate park — but that's exactly the effect Andrew Reynolds was going for.

Reynolds is a four-decade veteran and legend in the skateboarding world. After joining New Balance's Numeric line in 2022, his earlier releases were all "upgraded" versions built on top of existing models. It wasn't until April 28, 2025 that the New Balance Numeric Andrew Reynolds 933 officially launched — his first signature shoe designed from the ground up under his own direction, marking a significant milestone both for his personal career and for the Numeric line.

The paneled upper clearly pays homage to New Balance's running shoe lineage, referencing both the 993 and 990v6, with layers of suede and mesh stacking up that classic segmented texture. High-wear zones get reinforced leather overlays, and the toe is curved upward to withstand repeated friction from grip tape as coarse as sandpaper.

The midsole packs in ABZORB cushioning to absorb impact from skate landings, while the outsole switches to N-Durance rubber, prioritizing grip and board feel — configurations that make it clear this shoe was never meant to be worn as a runner. Packing wear-resistant materials into a shoe that looks mild-mannered and understated in cream is what makes this pair so intriguing — a lifestyle pigskin runner on the outside, tank-grade skate engineering underneath.

No suggested retail price or detailed release channels have been provided at this time. Interested readers should keep an eye on New Balance's official announcements.