New Balance Minimalist Trail Runners
Love these for:1. The sleek look, neutral color, minimal soiling2. Comfort - my orthotics fit in, good ankle support3. The durability of the button and string closure system4. Versatility. Can wear with a skirt strolling in NYC, or use during Crossfit. You can grip the ground through the sole with your toes.Cons:1. The sole wears out quickly2. The tongue of the shoe frays3. This was apparently only a 1-year offering. This year's model only comes in white, which is ridiculous for a trail running shoe. White in dirt?! So buy this last year's model and color while the old stock exists .
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Runs a little small
LOVE THESE SNEAKERS!!! They do run a little small. I wear a 7.5 but would get them in an 8 next time.
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Runs small
Adorable and comfortable but run extremely small. I'm a 9/9.5 in regular shoes. I usually get a 10 in sneakers. These 10s were tiny. I'd need an 11, I think.
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Carla Staggs
July 16, 2023
Great for minimalist fans
The only tennis shoe I wear are New Balance Minimus. This version was a cute new option compared to my dozen or so other pairs that look mostly the same. I stand for 10+ hours daily and never have foot or leg pain. My feet are strong. I’m 39 now and when I first started my career at 25 my feet aches every night. After switching to the barefoot method I have eliminated that issue. Highly recommend these shoes if you want to get stronger feet. I will say I think these are little less roomy than the other versions I have.
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Laura Longman
October 01, 2025
Good for weight training
I use these for my barbell routine. The flat soles help me feel like my feet are on the floor instead of on the shoes, if that makes sense. The soles are firm but flexible, you will feel what you're stepping on but they aren't squishy. In my opinion, they do run a bit shorter than other NB styles I have worn, so consider sizing up a half size.
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Size up
Love the shoes, I went up a half size and they are perfect! Nice grip and love the color.
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henna a. saeed
February 01, 2024
Not comfortable
These shoes were extremely uncomfortable. I unfortunately had to return them as they caused my to ache for days.
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