New Balance reintroduces a unique archival favorite that was famously used by Lou Whitaker during his 1984 summit of Mt. Everest: the Rainier boot. The original Rainier was developed in 1982 as a lightweight alternative after the student guides at the Mount Rainier climbing school had taken to wearing running shoes instead of traditional, heavyweight hiking boots. This Sandstone edition pairs tan premium leather with heavyweight incense mesh underlays. Tonal tan laces thread through metal D-rings, while a woven NB tongue tag and debossed flying NB on the saddle handle the branding. An EVA foam midsole and a black Vibram® outsole offers durable, sure-footed traction to complete the design.

Style: UALGSCP

Color: Sandstone / Incense

Limited Release

***Limited Release styles are NOT eligible for a refund, return or cancellation after order is placed.***