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The New Balance 998 was born in the 1990s as the jewel of the brand’s Made in USA line: a premium running shoe assembled in New Balance’s American factories to the highest construction standards. Decades later, that legacy intersects with social activism through The Whitaker Group, the collective founded by James Whitner (creator of Social Status and APB), which uses its collaborations with New Balance to fund educational initiatives. The “Willful Bias for Education” campaign returns in 2025 with this Jade Green edition, combining plush suede and premium leather to create a piece that is as socially conscious as it is coveted.
The 998 retains the classic 1990s American running silhouette: a low profile, suede panels on the upper, breathable mesh on the sides, and the embroidered “N” logo on the quarters. Underfoot, ENCAP technology combines a polyurethane core with an EVA shell for durable cushioning without sacrificing responsiveness. In this Willful Bias version, jade-toned plush suede is combined with leather details and a carefully considered palette that reinforces the exclusive, limited-edition character of the release.
At Next Step, we guarantee that every pair is 100% new and authentic, verified before leaving our warehouse in Barcelona. Enjoy 14 calendar days for hassle-free returns and fast shipping throughout Spain and Europe, so you can receive your limited-edition Whitaker Group pair without unnecessary delays.
The jade tone and premium materials of this 998 work equally well with casual looks (straight-leg jeans, an oversized sweatshirt) and more refined smart-casual outfits, thanks to its low-cut, elegant profile. It is a piece for those who want to stand out within the sneaker community while wearing a shoe with a meaningful story behind it. Discover more styles in our New Balance collection.
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We started in Barcelona as a sneaker and streetwear store. Today we ship across Europe, and every order passes through our team's hands before it reaches you.
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Yes. All our products are new and 100% authentic. Every item is inspected by our team before shipping and gets the Next Step Verified tag, confirming it has been verified and shipped directly by us.
Plus, manufacturing defects are covered for 14 calendar days after delivery, and Swatch watches come with the official manufacturer’s warranty.
You have 14 calendar days from receiving your order to request an exchange or return.
Changing sizes is easy: request the return from your account under My orders, indicate the size you want in the comments, and as soon as we receive the item, we’ll send you the new size at no shipping cost. There’s no need to place a new order.
We’ll provide the return label via WhatsApp (SEUR or UPS in mainland Spain; UPS for all other destinations). Its cost is the standard rate for your area, for example €6.95 in mainland Spain. The item must be unused and have the Next Step Verified tag intact.
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