Cut from a '90s era design, the New Balance 997 Made In USA 'Grey Day 2019 - Encap Reveal' was unveiled in September 2019 alongside a 997S version to celebrate the brand's favorite colorway. The shoe takes the traditional tongue branding and puts it on the suede sidewall for a unique twist on the original. Contributing to the aesthetic, a textured leather tongue and collar change the look on top while a mesh panel at the toe promotes ventilation. An ENCAP REVEAL midsole offers on-demand support.