OT sort of: How its made

[GeorgeTSquirrel]

Originally Posted by Rebel_Biker

New Balance - I was surprised that some of their sneakers are still made in the US. Might be enough for me to purchase a pair when I wear down my current pair of Nikes.

Only due to subsidies. none the less...

NB has contracts with the military as the military is required by Congress to buy any uniform items from a US source... sneakers are required as part of the boot-camp uniform.

Unfortunately, that's what it takes to keep industry stateside.