New Balance 1906R vs 2002R vs 9060: Which to Buy in Canada (2026)

The New Balance 1906R, 2002R and 9060 are three of the most popular sneakers New Balance makes, and all three are available in Canada from Gallery Streetwear, a Tier 1 authorized New Balance retailer in Kelowna, BC, shipping Canada-wide. This guide breaks down how they differ, how they fit, and which one is right for you.

The short answer

• 1906R — the sleekest and most technical-looking of the three. A Y2K running silhouette (built on the 860v2) with ABZORB and N-ergy cushioning and a stability web. Choose it if you want a running-shoe look that’s low-profile and fast.
• 2002R — the plush, everyday all-rounder. Softer, more rounded lines than the 1906R, with a suede-and-mesh upper and a broken-in, cushioned ride. Choose it if you want the most wearable, comfortable option.
• 9060 — the chunky, statement one. Exaggerated proportions and a wavy 990-inspired build, the boldest silhouette of the trio. Choose it if you want a dad-shoe presence with maximum cushioning.

Design & style

All three live in the grey New Balance world the brand is famous for, but they read differently on foot. The 1906R is the cleanest and most understated — it pairs easily under slim and tapered trousers. The 2002R sits in the middle: retro-runner shape, soft suede overlays, and a versatile profile that works with most fits. The 9060 is the loudest — heavy midsole, sculpted lines and a taller stance that anchors baggier, wide-leg outfits.

Fit & sizing

New Balance lists all three as true to size, so order your normal New Balance size. Fit is the question we get asked most, and the honest answer is the boring one: there is no size-down rule for the 1906R, 2002R or 9060 in New Balance's own guidance, so we don't publish one.

• Width: the 1906R, 2002R and 9060 are offered in standard D width only. New Balance does make multiple widths across its wider catalogue — particularly performance running and walking — but not on these three lifestyle models. If a page tells you to order a 2E in a 9060, that fitting isn't made.
• Shape: the 9060 is narrower through the forefoot than the 1906R, despite looking like the chunkier shoe. Volume in the midsole is not room for your foot.
• Between sizes: take the larger of the two, and check your measurement against the New Balance chart for that specific model rather than carrying a size over from another brand.

If you're unsure, message us or drop by the shop and try them on — sizing help is what an authorized retailer is for, and a try-on settles in two minutes what a rule of thumb gets wrong. For a broader comparison, read New Balance vs Saucony: which fits better.

Which should you buy?

Want the most versatile everyday pair? The 2002R. Want something sleek and technical? The 1906R. Want a bold, chunky statement? The 9060. You can’t really go wrong — they’re all built on New Balance’s reputation for comfort and quality.

Where to buy New Balance in Canada

Gallery Streetwear is a Tier 1 authorized New Balance retailer at 588 Bernard Ave in downtown Kelowna, BC V1Y 6P2. We ship the 1906R, 2002R and 9060 across Canada — free on Canadian orders over $150 CAD, dispatched from Kelowna in 1–3 business days (delivery time varies by destination) — with in-store pickup ready in about 24 hours. Browse New Balance at Gallery, read the New Balance Canada guide, or see all premium sneakers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do the New Balance 1906R, 2002R and 9060 run true to size?
Yes. New Balance lists all three as true to size, so order your normal New Balance size. There is no size-down instruction for these models in New Balance's own guidance. If your measurement falls between two sizes, take the larger one.

What's the difference between the 1906R, 2002R and 9060?
The 1906R is the sleekest and most technical, the 2002R is the softest everyday all-rounder, and the 9060 is the chunkiest, boldest silhouette with the most exaggerated proportions.

Which New Balance is best for wide feet?
None of these three, strictly speaking — the 1906R, 2002R and 9060 are made in standard D width only. The 9060 is also narrower through the forefoot than the 1906R despite its bulkier look. New Balance offers wide fittings elsewhere in its range, mainly in performance running.

Where can I buy New Balance in Canada?
Gallery Streetwear is a Tier 1 authorized New Balance retailer at 588 Bernard Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 6P2, shipping the 1906R, 2002R and 9060 Canada-wide, free on Canadian orders over $150 CAD, with in-store pickup. Dispatch is 1–3 business days from Kelowna.