
The New Balance Minimus MT10OPR revives a minimalist running shoe concept from the early 2010s, fifteen years after its initial release. This model was part of New Balance's Minimus series, launched in 2011, which focused on low-stack, ground-close midsoles to cater to the barefoot running trend of the era. While running shoe technology has since shifted towards maximalist cushioning, the sleek design of the Minimus series has found a new life as a fashion statement.