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- 72% of Fit Survey Respondents said this shoe
"Felt true to size". - 68% of Fit Survey Respondents said this shoe
"Felt true to width". - 71% of Fit Survey Respondents said this shoe had
"Excellent arch support".
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| 72% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to size" 68% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to width" 71% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "Excellent arch support"
 Customer Rating/Review
New Balance MW749
Number of reviews: 33
Average customer ratings:
Overall:
Comfort: Look: 

 2008-10-02 16:15:10 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
Scott M
from Maiden, N.C.
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
New Balance 749 -
Got an 11EE to start with, but it was a little narrow. So I went with a 101/2 4E. It felt a lot more comfortable being a little wider. Shoes feel as if they are already broke in when I first put them on. I swear by New Balance shoes!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: New Balance 965
 2008-09-01 21:57:03 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
Sam
from Palo Alto, CA
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Disappointed with color -
I owned a pair of brown MW748 that I wore out. I had a 9 wide. These fit similarly, but were of a disappointing color. The brown is lighter and greyer than the MW748 shade of brown ... I thought it was quite ugly.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: MW748, which is discontinued, alas.
 2008-08-16 09:11:27 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
Charles G
from South Carolina
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Good fit and good traction -
I bought this shoe to hike the Israeli countryside and over all terrain. They functioned so well I bought another pair. My only complaint would be with the heel lining after 2 years it started to wear out while the rest of the shoe is as good as ever.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: WW749
 2008-08-06 20:26:46 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
from Wisconsin
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Very comfortable. Great shoe for work if you have a casual dress code. Runs about a half size smaller than marked and is a little narrow, but that's ok with me since I have a narrow foot.
 2008-08-05 14:47:01 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
Ben H
from Saranac Lake, New York
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
What is New Balance's Version of Wide?
I have moderately wide feet, so I ordered a size 9 4E. The actual width of the 4E is not any wider than that of a size D. The toe box is narrow, and my feet still hang over the side. The heel is so wide that my feet slip right out when I walk. NB should make the actual shoe wider for 4E instead of just lazily adding more material to the heel. Other than that, they look great and are durable, but still extremely narrow and uncomfortable.
 2008-07-23 16:12:38 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
from New York, NY
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
The shoe is well constructed and attractive, however, after wearing the shoe for one day I experienced a great deal of foot pain. All my shoes are a 10M as these shoes were, but the fit was not true to size. Unfortunately, I discarded the box and now I am stuck with the shoe and have to purchase additional shoes. Rather disappointing.
 2008-07-22 08:47:44 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Potomac Falls, VA
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Comfy but a little narrow. Color was a little darker than sample photographs and narrower than a typical double E size.
 2008-07-18 06:14:39 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
from Montague, MA
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Great shoe -
My husband has wide feet and he loves this shoe. Comfortable yet supportive, nice looking, too.
 2008-07-17 16:47:57 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
Sugarmaker
from Vermont, NYC
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Great shoe runs small -
Ordered the 749 and 965 at the same time in my size 10 1/2 4E. The 749 is too small, toe box too short. Have ordered 11s instead. Great service.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: 965
 2008-06-15 16:41:51 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
Leroy
from Woodbury NJ
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Good Walker -
This is my 5th pair of NB shoes and I bought them for walking my mutt. We walk over 2 mi. on sidewalk each day, and these shoes do a good job of protecting my left heal spur. Good fit, no rubs or blisters.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Any NB trail or walking shoe.
 2008-05-22 06:30:49 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
from Massachusetts
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
New Balance MW749 -
These shoes are very comfortable. No breaking in was necessary. Shipping was extremely quick, had them in 2 days.
 2008-05-19 12:37:19 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
Stacey
from Albuquerque, NM
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Excellent shoe!!
True to form New Balance has yet again delivered an exceptional shoe. Very well made and comfortable. One of the few companies that also caters to a wide foot.
 2008-05-16 23:04:05 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
Jack
from Las Cruces, NM
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
New Balance MW749 -
I have trouble finding shoes wide enough for my feet. Zappos.com has taken the pain out of shoe shopping. I ordered the New Balance MW749 in size 10, 4E, and the fit was perfect. They are one of the most comfortable shoes I have worn straight out of the box, no break in required.
 2008-05-13 14:37:36 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
Ken
from Norfolk, Va
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Nice walkers -
They are a good shoe for walking, only complaint is they are a little heavy.
 2008-05-10 05:20:59 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
from Pittsburgh, PA
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Size and width one notch small -
These shoes would have been very comfortable if the width and size matched other New Balance shoes. They felt a half size too small and 4E felt like 2E or narrower.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: New Balance 965
 2008-05-09 14:55:46 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
J.r. S
from Wisnton-Salem, NC
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Comfortable casuals -
Comfortable shoe for jeans and casual clothes. Minimal break-in required.
 2008-05-09 06:31:43 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
from Colorado
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Great Shoe -
I have hard to fit feet - high arch and these shoes were comfortable right out of the box.
 2008-05-02 05:47:28 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
C. H
from Southwest Fl.
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
A-1 N. B. 749 -
Excellent Shoe,From NEW BALANCE, Super Comfort& Excellent Wear. Will Buy From ZAPPOS Again & Again SUPER PRICE, SUPER SERVICE, SUPER FAST SHIPPING.
 2008-04-30 05:28:30 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
from going to St. Petersburg, Russia
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Great for walking/hiking -
I was looking for an all around light weight shoe for walking and hiking. This one is great for both. Very comfortable and sturdy.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: ?????
 2008-04-23 13:57:14 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
Cyndi
from North Carolina
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
A great pair of shoes -
I bought these for my husband to take on a trip he has coming up this summer. I suggested he wear them a few times to try out and break in. I think he has worn them everyday since then! Seriously he loves them and asked if they came in other colors. And this from a guy on his feet all day in a business setting.
 2008-04-14 15:59:59 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
Fred
from fl
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt a full size smaller than marked Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked Shoe Arch: No arch support
Disappointed first round -
What a bummer this shoe is. I order it in my size and it not only feels a full size too small but the EE isn't even close. I could barely get this shoe on my foot and when I did it was horrible. If youre a real man with real man feet then go to a store to try it on first. I love Zappos but my only gripe is not being able to test fit it first.
I'm going to try a bigger size and 4E width but my feelings for New Balance are pretty low at the moment.
 2008-04-13 19:11:07 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
Zappos F
from Agua Dulce, California
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Another great Zappos experience -
I've purchased at least 10 pairs of shoes from Zappos over the years and have never been disappointed. Their return policy is second to none and I usually receive my order within 3 days. Unbelievable!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Anything from New Balance and / or North Face
 2008-04-12 22:16:49 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
Denny N
from Winslow, Arizona
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
I have been wearing New Balance shoes for more than twenty years and I keep coming back for more when there is a need for footwear. I really appreciate the excellent service of Zappos.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: I wear a wide shoe and New Balance steps to the plate with several styles.
 2008-03-21 08:51:40 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
Penny
from california
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Great!
I purchased the MW748 last summer for my son to trapse around Germany. He loved them to death! He asked for a pair exactly like them. Unfortunately they are discontinued and we purchased these instead. He loves them!! He is hard on shoes and these have lasted so well. Very comfy also!!
 2008-03-13 10:06:32 New Balance MW749
Reviewer:
Richard D
from North Carolina
Overall:
Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Disappointed -
New Balance for me has always fit right out of the box. This pair although labeled 2E is too tight and hurts my left foot to the point I've stopped wearing them. The only good thing is the outer sole which is hard. I walk 5 miles every day on black top and need something that resists wear.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: I've sworn by New Balance for ever except for this pair.
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