An on Foot Look at the New Balance 2010 “Tornado”

The New Balance 2010 “Tornado” delivers a fresh for 2026 winter update to one of New Balance’s latest silhouettes. Without reinvent anything, it just tightens up what New Balance already does best: a grounded Y2K runner look, proper materials, and a colourway that feels very forgiving.

For those new to this style, the 2010 clearly pulls from classic New Balance runners of the 2000s era. The upper is built with a mix of breathable mesh and premium suede overlays, creating that familiar chunky yet streamlined profile that sneakerheads are gravitating towards right now.

The “Tornado” makeup keeps it dark and muted without turning flat. Deep charcoal and slate greys take over most of the upper, while black panels add extra depth through the midfoot and heel. There’s also a subtle brown tint worked into the mix, giving it that slightly worn-in, industrial tone rather than a clean monochrome finish. Then the blue accents land in small hits, just enough to break up the greys.

Materials do the heavy lifting here. Breathable mesh sits underneath layered suede overlays, giving the shoe that classic New Balance texture contrast.

Dropping January 28th, the 2010 “Tornado” looks like one of those pairs that ends up on feet far more than expected.