'Next-Gen' New Balance Furon 6+ & Tekela 2021 Boots Released
Mar 12, 2021, by Chris
New Balance today unveiled two new boots as part of their Spring 2021 collection - its latest evolution Furon 6+ alongside a color-up of the Tekela v3.
New Balance Furon 6+ - Vibrant Lime Glo and Citrus Punch - Next-Gen Fit Weave Upper
The 'next-gen' New Balance Furon 6+ is not a whole next generation but is based on the popular New Balance Furon v6. It features New Balance’s next generation Fit Weave upper technology to provide lightweight stability. The enhanced low profile knitted collar is the only tweak to the shape of the boot, offering better lockdown.
Old vs new gen - Furon v6 vs Vuron 6+
A clean and classy look, the New Balance Furon v6 'Twisted Silver' boots are predominantly 'munsell white' with silver metallic accents and brandings.
'Whiteout': Limited-Edition New Balance Furon 'Twisted Silver' Boots Released
New Balance's previous Furon was called "New Balance Furon v6" - the latest Furon is called Furon 6+.
The launch paint job of the New Balance Furon 6+ combines Vibrant Lime Glo and Citrus Punch shades.
New Balance Furon 6+ - Features
- Using NB's latest algorithmic advancements in data-to-design, new high-resolution Fit Weave is smarter, delivering durability and stretch
- Lightweight synthetic construction
- Firm ground cleats for use on firm ground surfaces
- Low knit collar for a sock-like, lockdown fit
- Pro-level lightweight nylon plate
- Adjustable lace closure for a customized fit
- Refined design details for enhanced lightweight perception and a feeling of direct contact with the ground and ball
- Flying NB graphic at toe
- Lightweight synthetic suede lining for increased comfort and moisture management
- Anti-slip top cloth to reduce foot slipping during play
New Balance Tekela v3 - Cyclone Grey / Bleached Lime Glo / Citrus Punch
The New Balance Tekela 2021 boots of the pack has a more understated yet fitting look - it is Cyclone Grey, combined with Bleached Lime Glo and Citrus Punch.
Tech-wise, the laceless New Balance Tekela v3 in grey, red and yellow is the same as previous colorways.
New Balance Tekela v3 - Features
- Integrated Hypoknit upper designed to provide strategic areas of stretch and support
- Kinetic Stitch construction adds support where it's needed without compromising flexibility
- Full-foot stretch knit upper construction
- Laceless closure for secure lock-down and stability
- Lightweight nylon outsole for incredible feel and feedback
- Multi-directional cleats
- Multifunctional strike zones provide feedback from shoe to player
- Engineered for control and accuracy
- Oversized N on lateral side, New Balance wordmark logo on medial side
The New Balance Furon 6+ and Tekela v3 2021 boots are available since 12 March 2021.
What do you think of New Balance updating the tech of the boot before releasing a "whole" new generation? Do you like these two New Balance boots? Comment below.
FIFA ASEAN Cup Features Same Left-Sleeve Kit Badge as in 2026 FIFA World Cup Final
The opening match between Laos and Brunei provided a full reveal of the sleeve patch pairing for the inaugural FIFA-organized Southeast Asian tournament.
Moving away from the previously expected navy blue, the official tournament patches feature a clean white base. Most notably, the "Football Unites the World" sleeve patch on the left arm is the exact same design that made a single, exclusive appearance at the recent World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina.
Big thanks to @What The Kit for spotting and making the collage.
Adidas River Plate 1996 Long-Sleeve Remake Kit Leaked
We can leak two images of the long-sleeve remake edition of the upcoming Adidas River Plate 1996 remake home kit, offering another look at the faithful recreation of the iconic design worn during River's 1996 Copa Libertadores triumph. The jersey features the club's traditional white base complemented by the famous red diagonal sash and an all-over tonal pattern of club shields and motifs. Authentic 1990s detailing completes the retro aesthetic, including a striped polo collar, a centered Adidas wordmark, the vintage CARP crest on the chest, a stitched sleeve badge, and classic three-stripe bands wrapped around both sleeves.
Grêmio Announce Pitaco as New Front-of-Shirt Sponsor
Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense have officially announced Pitaco as their new principal front-of-shirt sponsor. The three-year agreement sees the Brazilian sports platform take over the prime central chest position on the club's New Balance jerseys. This long-awaited deal ends a vacancy of roughly ten months for the Tricolor Gaúcho's main shirt sponsor slot following the early termination of their previous deal with Alfa Bet in late 2025.
Originally established as a fantasy sports company before expanding into regulated sports betting under the international Draftea group, Pitaco will feature across Grêmio's kits through 2029. The partnership is reportedly valued between 40 million and 46 million Brazilian Real per year (around 8 million USD/year) , totaling around 140 million Real across the entire three-year period, placing Grêmio's uniform among the five most valuable commercial shirts in Brazilian football.
The white Pitaco logo and wordmark sit directly across the middle of the iconic blue, black, and white striped kit, joining existing partners such as Banrisul, Coral, and Havan. Grêmio are scheduled to debut the newly branded shirts immediately in upcoming Campeonato Brasileiro matches.