The New Balance Numeric x Rukus "Mallard Duck" 480 drops this Sunday, February 15, at Drift House. It's a cool collab that mixes solid skate performance from New Balance with the unique Southern style Rukus is known for. Here's a quick look at what makes this one special.
Rukus is a Louisiana skate shop and streetwear brand based in Lafayette and Baton Rouge. It started back in the early 2000s when Ronnie Saurage and a few others from the local scene decided to build something real for their community. Over the years it's become a go-to spot for Southern skaters, mixing Louisiana traditions like duck hunting with fresh sneakers and streetwear. They keep things authentic and laid-back while putting out collabs that really celebrate that Cajun country feel.
The Numeric 480 "Mallard Duck" is a fun, thematic version of New Balance's go-to skate shoe. It has a premium brown suede and leather upper to match the mallard duck's body, bright yellow tumbled leather on the toe box for the beak, green suede on the heel to capture that shiny green head, orange lining and outsole details for the feet, and a cool iridescent side 'N' logo that looks like wet feathers catching light. It's built tough for actual skating with great board feel, solid durability, and everyday comfort. The colorway is brown and yellow with green and orange pops.
Release Details
- Sunday, February 15
- In-store at 11AM
- Online at 2PM EST
- Sizes 5M to 14M available
- $120 MSRP
