~~BOSTON, April 2015 – For Spring 2016, New Balance will update the NB Performance Merino Collection. Perfect for workouts all year round, Performance Merino Wool is unique in that it offers exceptional breathability to help keep you cool when it’s hot and warm when it’s cold.
Performance Merino Wool is the perfect running apparel for all seasons. It offers superior moisture management and has innate performance capabilities and a modern, clean aesthetic. Made from durable, highly resilient natural fibers, NB Performance Merino offers athletes apparel that will keep them comfortable and dry for every workout.
The NB Performance Merino Collection will include the Hybrid Jacket, available in styles for Men and Women. Collection also includes a ½ zip for both men’s and women’s for $120.00, a tank for women for $75 and a Short Sleeve for men for $80.00 The Tank and SS are made out of an innovative lighter weight Performance Merino fabric with superior moisture management for a cool, dry run. Both styles also have a convenient stash pocket and low profile seams. The jacket will be outfitted with reflective detailing and thumbholes for both function and comfort. Available in January 2016, the Hybrid Jacket will retail for $150.00.
About New Balance:
New Balance, headquartered in Boston, MA has the following mission: Demonstrating responsible leadership, we build global brands that athletes are proud to wear, associates are proud to create and communities are proud to host. New Balance is the only major company to make or assemble more than 4 million pairs of athletic footwear per year in the USA, which represents a limited portion of our US sales. Where the domestic value is at least 70%, we label our shoes Made in the USA. New Balance owns five factories in New England and one in Flimby, U.K. New Balance employs more than 4,000 associates around the globe, and in 2013 reported worldwide sales of $2.73 billion. To learn more about New Balance, please visit www.newbalance.com.
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