Tom Knox is one of the strongest names out of the UK right now. London-based, known for skating spots most people don’t even look twice at. Tight setups, rough ground, awkward lines. He moves through it fast and controlled, linking everything together in a way that doesn’t feel forced. A lot of that came through in his video parts. Full lines through spots that don’t look skateable until he’s already gone through them. That approach built his name and led to multiple Thrasher covers, along with his place on Krooked and New Balance Numeric.
The 600 comes from a late ’90s indoor football model that New Balance reworked for skating. It’s more structured than most vulc shoes, with a higher heel, padded collar, and a build that holds up when you’re skating longer lines or rough ground.
This colorway brings Krooked into it through the details. Brown suede across the upper with mesh panels and olive hits throughout. Standard New Balance mix that balances durability and breathability without overdoing anything. The shape stays clean and low, keeping that indoor court look intact.
Krooked graphics show up across the shoe without taking over. Mark Gonzales’ artwork is worked into the “N” logo and heel with embossed flower hits, and the tongue swaps out standard branding for Krooked’s stoned eyes logo. The insoles carry more of that artwork inside.
Everything sits within the build of the shoe instead of being layered on top of it.
The 600 has already been Knox’s model, and this version keeps that same structure while bringing Krooked into it in a way that makes sense for both sides.
Release Details
The New Balance Numeric x Krooked Tom Knox 600 releases at Drift House on Friday, March 27.
In-store: 11AM EDT
Online: 2PM EDT
$120 MSRP
