Both comfort and protection features have been enhanced in the newest 460v3 umpire plate shoe. Shoe offers an aggressive nubby outsole for improved traction on a variety of surfaces and unbeatable protection with a dispersion-promoting shell guard. New Balance delivers a serious shoe so you will always be ready to make important calls.The updated 460v3 has a lightweight EVA midsole, ABZORB technology and a guard moved to a hovering position to help prevent your foot from absorbing full impact force while also creating a ventilation system.