Action Bronson x New Balance 1906R “Medusa Azul” sneakers: Everything we know so far

After offering some interesting sneaker designs in the previous year, Action Bronson is once again back with New Balance for their upcoming launch of the collaborative New Balance 1906R colorway. The newly surfaced iteration is dubbed “Medusa Azul.” The shoe is entirely wrapped up in a Blue/Black-Gum palette.

The Action Bronson x New Balance 1906R “Medusa Azul” colorway is expected to enter the sneaker market sometime around the spring season of 2024, as per initial reports from Sole Retriever and other similar sources. Note that the confirmed launch date has not been disclosed by the partnering entities as of now, so stay tuned.

Reportedly, the joint sneakers will be available for purchase at New Balance, on Action Bronson's website, and potentially at a few other stores, both online and in-store. The specifics of the pricing are being kept under wraps for the time being.

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Action Bronson x New Balance 1906R “Medusa Azul” sneakers will be dressed in blue and black ensemble

Here's a closer look at the upcoming collaborative sneaker (Image via Instagram/@actionbronson)

Action Bronson is one of the few individuals who has successfully achieved an effortless blend of the realms of music, cuisine, and footwear culture. After creating one of the most successful partnerships of 2023 with New Balance on the 990v6, Bronson keeps on delighting his followers with sneaker releases that make their mouths water.

He recently posted an early peek at a blue variant of the 1906R on his Instagram account, which has sparked talks across various sneaker forums and social media platforms. His Instagram account is a platform that is used for both sneaker and culinary teases.

Bronson has introduced an appealing blue-themed rendition of the 1906R, which draws cues from his previously popular items, such as the Lapiz Lazuli 990v6. At the heart of it, the profile stays faithful to the distinctive design that New Balance is known for, but Bronson's imprint is visible.

The Medusa Azul gives a revitalizing dash of color that is sure to attract attention. It is a departure from the greens and browns that were previously utilized for decorating his original 1906R, as well as the shades that were used for ladies on his other pair of shoes. The characteristic Baklava labeling is prominently shown on the tongue, which is one of the remarkable details.

The bottom of the shoe is supported by a brilliant blue foam midsole, which was cleverly stolen from New Balance’s 860v2 sneaker model. Rounding out the design is the traditional gum rubber outer sole unit, which serves as the supporting structure for the entire shoe.

Keep an eye out for the upcoming Action Bronson x New Balance 1906R “Medusa Azul” shoe that will be accessible in the coming weeks of 2024. Interested readers and sneakerheads are advised to stay in touch with New Balance’s official website for timely alerts on the confirmed launch dates and other information on these pairs.

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In addition to the abovementioned “Medusa Azul” rendition, Action Bronson is also preparing two more variations of the 1906R silhouette, which appeared online recently. As per preliminary reports, the other two variants, dubbed “Scorpius” and “Rosewater,” will also be offered sometime during spring 2024. They will potentially drop alongside the “Medusa Azul” colorway.