Wonderful shoe! But order a size larger, runs small
These shoes are exactly what I wanted. They’re very comfortable. They do run a little small. I read the reviews and ordered a 11.5 when I wear an 11 in every other pair of New Balance I’ve owned. They fit very well by going up a half size.I have multiple problems with my feet and I need high quality shoes and I generally have bought New Balance for over 20 years. Without any breaking in, these shoes are comfortable and I felt less pain in my feet and knees. I like that they’re no slip. I like the traction because I work on slippery polished floors that are frequently wet.I’ve been wanting a pair of black shoes for quite a while and I’m so happy I found these. I definitely recommend them - BUT - order a little larger than your normal size.
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New Balance is the best when it comes to running shoe. Comfortable. Perfect fit and snug on me. Looks great
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These shoes were extremely comfortable and definitely highly recommended for guys who are tall and have wide feet. I’m still using it now. Please go get you a pair.
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Joandy Martinez
June 21, 2025
Hard To Beat Value!
For the price, I don't believe you will find many, if any, reasonable alternatives. The fit is true-to-size. The style is between lifestyle sports shoes, and hospital-worker shoesThe positives include: The upper is made with a breathable mesh. The slip-resistant outsole is great if you are working in slippery conditions. Overall the shoe is very lightweight!The negatives include: The lockdown/ankle support is not great, it will keep your foot in the shoe. The missile is not as soft as believed to be, it is not rock hard, but I don't believe I could work 10-hour shifts with them.Final thoughts: If you have a wide foot, this is the best option on the market for it's price point. I would recommend going up a full size and buying a replacement insoles to add cushion. Don't expect these to last more than 3 hard months of work as they're durability leaves much to be desired.
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Tammy Waters Tomlinson
December 08, 2025
The best shoes ever for restaurant employees
The best and only shoes I've worn as a server. No slip and oil resistant. I found a pair 3 years ago and will only buy these from now on.
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A little squeaky
The shoes squeak in many types of floors. It can make them annoying.
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What has happened to New Balance?
Apparently the corporate agenda has taken over New Balance footwear. These shoes are made of cheap material all over, like every piece of them.Let me explain, the top of the toe is flimsy and offers no support. It’s like wearing a plastic bag on your foot. I’ve actually worn plastic bags on my feet when I was a kid playing in the snow. We used to wear them under our winter boots so our toes didn’t get soaked after the whole day of winter fun. These shoes feel pretty much the same as just the bag. No support at all, anywhere.If you haven’t worn bags on your feet like me, maybe you’ve tried on a pair of water shoes. They’re about as supportive as water shoes. The toe box doesn’t exist. Side to side support doesn’t exist. And the heel box is almost nonexistent. I mean it’s there, (heel box), but for a company like New Balance to be selling shoes this cheaply made is not what I’m used to from this brand. This company used to sell shoes that gave you.. well, good balance. Their shoes passed the twist test, were made of leather, and had support every where you wanted it, and even where you didn’t know you needed it.The tongue is tiny, and bunches up between the lace holes exposing your sock from the top of the shoe. Not good.Laces came untied multiple times the two times I wore these.Nonslip capability…well, they are somewhat nonslip. But I always use nonslip shoes, and out of my last 5 pairs, these are the worst non slip soles I’ve had. You can tell they’re better than a regular running or hiking shoe sole, but hoka, keen, doc Martin, sieka, and crocks, are all way better and safer.I would say a fair price for these shoes would be about $19.99.I’m looking back at this review and feeling so bad because it’s so negative. But really if you get these shoes you will see for yourself. I do plan on getting the upgraded version of these nonslip. They’re almost twice as expensive, but hopefully they’re worth it.
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