Our friends at Vu Skateshop in Baltimore teamed up with New Balance Numeric to create a create a skateable tribute to a city staple the New Balance 990.

The 990's iconic tongue, ribbed "N', and heel hit all show up in this very special 440 V2.

The orange felt-lined tongue, a custom chess-themed insole graphic, and the formstone inspired colorway tell a layered story unique to Baltimore

Insole artwork by rel="noopener" title="Chris Aguirre" href=" target="_blank">Chris Aguirre