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Amazon Customer
September 25, 2025
A good 12 hour shoe
Reasonably priced and a comfortable shoe.
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Super light and waterproof!
I will use the shoes in Japan to walk in snow since they are waterproof. Sizing is a little on small side. I usually fit a 71/2 4e but ordered both a 8 4e and 8 1/2 4e because I was going to use thick wool socks The size 8 4e was snug in the width and length. The 8 1/2 4e fit perfectly. My first impressions is the shoes were really light and comfortable.
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I like them enough. Must order different size
I cannot speak for the durability, comfort, cushioning, or whether they are best for jogging or walking or the gym. I have not used them but only tried them on. One thing I like about them is their appearance. I like this particular color combination. Shades of gray and blue. Nothing really florescent or with bright , loud , outlandish colors that would only make then fitting (visually) for a colorful tracksuit or tights and not with regular clothing like jeans or cargo pants or khakis or trekking pants ( unless maybe the jeans, cargo pants, khakis or trekking pants are outlandishly colored too), but very loud colors are meant for teenagers. Older people would prefer more toned down colors. Of course I know I don't speak for everyone and yet, there is a need for active wear and general use clothing for people with more mature tastes.I did buy these sneakers in size 8 wide. There wasn't an 8 and a half that I saw available on the Amazon site. It was also to make sure they fit. I am female but often buy men's sneakers as they fit better. I like the New Balance brand (of course not all their styles) and other NB styles such as the 870 is comfortable and a size 8 in men's fits just right. But a different style in the same brand can fit differently. I was not sure if a different NB style would fit be in the same size.When I tried on the sneakers it seemed they basically fit and were comfortable enough when I just walked a few feet indoors but I could not be sure that if I were to walk longer distances in them I would really feel my toes hitting the inside at the front of the sneaker. I decided to return the ones I originally ordered. I will order a different size. Probably 8 and a half but if not available, maybe size 9.The material of these sneakers seems good. The fabric is not very flimsy as with other brands and styles (even NB has some styles with fabric that is too thin and light). The sneaker has good symmetry and shape.I would recommend these but it can depend on your needs for a sneaker.I will update if necessary.NOTE: I ordered a size 8.5 . They fit and were basically comfortable merely wearing them. Yet It still seemed that I could not be sure that they would be comfortable enough when I am walking. So I sent them back and ordered a size 9 to be on the safe side. It is odd that this style seems to run small. Maybe it was that my socks were a bit thick but I do love the appearance of this style in the color I ordered, Gray. I am hoping to order another pair as soon as I know which size would be best.
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Steve McElroy
June 29, 2024
Great shoe but size up
This is a very comfortable lightweight trail runner. Waterproof Goretex for wet condition. I always wear a size 9. Reviews said to go 1/2 size up so I got 9.5’s. Still too short on big toe so returned and ordered size 10. Put some miles on this morning. Perfect.
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Make the Right Decision
The reason for the low rating for this shoe is due to size nothing else. Read all the reviews. If you take fit away this would be a high rated shoe. Go up a size and you are all set. I went from a 12 to a 13. Received the shoe today and they fit perfectly. Comfortable shoe that is Gore-Tex. I am excited to give them a try on my upcoming Alaska trip.
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Average
I'm not overly excited about these shoes. There is little arch support, it seems to run a little small, & the wide width is too narrow. In the item description it says that the Dynasoft insole is "ultra-responsive performance with plush comfort." There is absolutely NO comfort in this shoe. The insole is not soft. Ultimately, I am keeping these shoes, because I don't want to deal with returning them, but they are disappointing.
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Griffin
February 17, 2025
Great if you have a difficulty finding a shoe that fits!
I choose New Balance because my feet are different size and I need EEEE for the left. Some of their products wear out to fast but this shoe is comfortable, sturdy, waterproof, and great for a day's hike. I bought a second pair to keep in reserve in case NB quits producing this model.
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