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| 82% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to size"
84% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to width"
80% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "Moderate arch support"
Customer Rating/Review
New Balance SM820
Number of reviews: 17
Average customer ratings:
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2009-11-03 19:14:45 New Balance SM820
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Anonymous
from OKC
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Nice shoe, fits well and close to size stated. Was looking for a combo sandal and shoe, this fits the bill. Hope they keep making them.
2009-10-06 07:34:19 New Balance SM820
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Doug C
from Santa Barbara, CA
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I have been using these to wet wade while fishing in the Sierra Nevada. They are light enough to carry on my backpack and offer a good alternative to hiking boots in camp. They fit very snugly for the size and this helps keep sand and gravel out. My biggest issue with this type of shoe is that the insoles are not going to last as long, as the shoes as they seem very fragile. Generally, I'm very pleased with the shoe. NB shoes come through again!
2009-09-10 08:41:15 New Balance SM820
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Anonymous
from Bethlehem, PA
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I got a lot of props for rocking these. I bought the orange/black pair. Don't look for much in terms of arch support. This is a water shoe. Nothing more, nothing less. But a good water shoe it is. Funnels out water easily and effectively. It does trap sand due to it's mesh exterior, but that washed off easy. Great road traction, too! I'd recommend these based on its purpose/function. And Zappos service? A+ all the way!
2009-09-10 07:26:18 New Balance SM820
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Jacal
from da UP
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I like these shoes. I needed a sneaker that would not turn my foot into a hot coal. Tennis shoes always make my feet real hot when I am at work and that is really uncomfortable. I saw these with all the air holes in them for letting out water. Well, I didn't need that feature, but I thought the shoe might let the heat out as well. They are the coolest modern athletic shoe I have owned. They have a plastic corrugated insole insert that wasn't uncomfortable, but I replaced them with a Dr Scholl insert that had some cloth.The sizing in my opinion runs 1/2 size small. I have never owned an 11 before even in New Balance shoes. The 10.5s were too small. My feet can bear the 8 to 10 hours at work now, though my feet still get warm on occasion, but I find that correlates with the stress level and the temp. They are worth a try if your feet blaze out in modern athletic shoes.
2009-07-18 05:38:36 New Balance SM820
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Marc Rodstein
from Boca Raton, FL
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These shoes are awesome. I have purchased many pairs of them. Due to their great fit and superb comfort, I have a hard time putting anything else on my feet. The downside is that they tend to wear quickly (which is another reason why I have purchased many pairs). But it is worth it for the comfort. They are really kind to my feet.
2009-07-02 09:37:31 New Balance SM820
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Henry W.
from Evansville, Indiana
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A nice breathable shoe where a sandal or flip flop won't do. Play on words, nice shoe to throw on for casual wear.
Other brands recommended by reviewer: Keen, Merrell
2009-06-30 08:44:14 New Balance SM820
Reviewer:
James H.
from Louisville, Ky.
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New Balance makes great shoes and this shoe is made really well. I think the width is a little small but maybe it was designed that way. I went white water rafting and when all the other shoes were coming off after they got wet the SM820 stayed on and were very comfortable all day.
2009-06-29 11:27:45 New Balance SM820
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Anonymous
from Urban Jungle
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These are great shoes, I saw the review in outdoor magazine, and I had to give it a shot. They are so comfortable out of the box, and easy to use. I bought them for my trip to Europe this summer; I wore them on the flight and streets almost everyday. Two complaints that I have: One was the heels rubbing my ankle. I didn't wear socks, and after my first day of walking they were very red and bled a little. Next day I just wore them as sandals, after a few weeks they feel much better now. The other complaint is the color choices, the red and orange look like power rangers, so I ended up with grey. I wish NB will make these in green or khaki, a more earthy, outdoor type color. Overall I like them...a lot.
Other brands recommended by reviewer: Salomon
2009-06-29 11:05:35 New Balance SM820
Reviewer:
James
from San Diego, CA
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I just spent a week at the Colorado River in these shoes. I was in and out of the water much of the time and really liked them. They were light and comfortable, much like a sandal, but still had full protection, like a shoe. They drained water well and while they do get sand and gravel in them on occasion, it wasn't excessive and was easy to rinse out and put back on. I was able to swim, watercraft, kayak and hike around in them with ease and they did a great job. Only complaint: I would prefer there not be the large circular openings on top, which made for some interesting tan lines on my feet. Overall: I loved them and would recommend them.
2009-06-24 07:01:43 New Balance SM820
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Pete M.
from Fargo, ND
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Sized about a 1/2 size too small. Front part of cushioned insert slips back when taking them off. Might have to break out the Gorilla glue for that, but otherwise, I love them.
2009-05-24 05:55:16 New Balance SM820
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Anonymous
from Columbus, Ohio
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Got these shoes for my husband. He has a wide foot and is very hard to fit. These shoes fit great. He wears them almost every day. Has also received may compliments on the way they look.
2009-05-12 11:47:48 New Balance SM820
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John
from Syracuse
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Took these to Dunns River Falls in Jamaica. Climbed the falls. Awesome shoe for the job. Ended up wearing them for all sorts of other things...left the sandals behind. Great grip and received many positive comments on them. Great style and oh so good at letting the water flow through. Used them as running shoes with no socks and they didn't even mark my feet. Unlike ordinary water shoes, these did not scorch your feet when walking on hot pavement. Great support.
2009-05-07 16:42:02 New Balance SM820
Reviewer:
Ron
from Salt Lake City Utah
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Awesome -
I love the fit of this shoe, as said by others this is a great hybrid. Good fit. This is a great site to buy them from. I bought a woman's pair for my wife as well.
Other brands recommended by reviewer: any New Balance
2009-04-13 11:11:53 New Balance SM820
Reviewer:
Irina
from San Francisco, CA
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Vacation shoes -
I would of love to keep them but back trim above the heel cuts right in to my ligament and cause so much pain. On the other hand if it were not there shoe would slip off. I tried ordering half size bigger shoes but it felt the same. May be elevating the heel like putting an extra insole would help but I did not want to deal with it. My husband keeping his pair of same shoes for our travel. But mine are back.
2009-03-20 14:33:04 New Balance SM820
Reviewer:
Juanantonio
from San Antonio, TX
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Fit is great...excellent water shoe...gotten compliments on it...also use it for my indoor bike riding...will be purchasing the other color as well.
2009-03-01 10:10:57 New Balance SM820
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Bainbridge Island, WA
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
I like them for kayaking.
Good fit, comfortable. Good for wet and dry situations.
2009-02-03 09:17:05 New Balance SM820
Reviewer:
Mike R
from Whittier, CA
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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A genuine hybrid type shoe -
Shoe is a cross between an athletic shoe and a sandal. Extremely comfortable... I have been wearing them since I got them and have had several people say they like the looks of them and ask, "Are they as comfortable as they look?" I say, "They sure are!" Zappos’ service is outstanding... they expedited my shipment at no additional cost to me. Much appreciated.
Other brands recommended by reviewer: New Balance Athletic shoes (for the wide fit).
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