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Forefoot midsole tech
FuelCell forefoot
Heel midsole tech
FuelCell heel
Outsole tech
Rubber traction with broad multi-directional pattern
Upper tech
Engineered mesh/textile upper with support frame and heel structure
Cushioning feel
Balanced and modern
Court feel
Moderate-high
Bounce
Good
Stability
Very good
Traction
Very good
Fit
Secure and straightforward
Analysis
Performance profile
Cushioning Feel
78Very GoodCourt Feel
78Very GoodBounce
75Very GoodStability
88ExcellentTraction
88ExcellentFit
82Very GoodContext
Story & provenance
Mature Signature Continuation
Released in 2025, KAWHI 4 arrived in the latest Kawhi model in this list, after the line had already become New Balance's stable flagship signature pillar. The design intent centered on preserving Kawhi's stable, fundamental performance identity rather than overcorrecting into maximal softness. Notable versions or talking points included its role as a continuation of NB's understated premium signature approach. In community memory, the shoe is usually remembered for good traction, stable fit, and balanced cushioning. It also helps mark a specific turning point inside that line, because the shoe shows what the brand prioritized at that moment rather than simply copying the previous release.