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  • 67% of Fit Survey Respondents said this shoe
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  • 77% of Fit Survey Respondents said this shoe had
    "Moderate arch support".
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An ultra lightweight trail racing shoe built low to the ground to maximize responsiveness.
ACTEVA™ in the heel and midsole is a superior light weight foam with exceptional durability made with DuPont™ Engage®. This is 12% lighter than standard foam.
N-DURANCE® rubber compound outsole offers maximum durability in high-wear areas.
ROCK STOP™ shock absorption plate that provides protection against rocks by minimizing pressure.
Strobel lasted RL-3.
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New Balance Men's Trail
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 67% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to size"
 90% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to width"
 77% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "Moderate arch support"

Customer Rating/Review

New Balance MR790
Number of reviews: 80
Average customer ratings:
Overall: 5.0 stars  Comfort: 5.0 stars  Look: 5.0 stars



2008-11-08 11:58:31 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Sal L from Lexington, SC
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Great lightweight shoe - This shoe is very comfortable and lightweight. Very slippery on wet surfaces. I love them and worth the money. Ready to buy second pair. I wear for everyday use.


2008-10-22 14:22:38 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: George from Antioch, IL
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:3 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Not for running - Bought these shoes just to dink around in. Made the mistake to go for a run in them. They are definitely made to wear as errand shoes or hang out in. They serve their purpose, and I like the orange and gray. I would recommend if you do not plan on physical activity off the grass.


2008-10-20 12:20:06 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Iggysmalls from Santa Barbara, CA
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:4 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support

Very good, light - Very comfortable, very light. This was the first pair of shoes where I paid attention to weight when I was ordering it. The laces aren't straight so they tend to grip better and stay tied longer. The left shoe feels like there's extra rubber on the arch so if you are really paying attention and gently rest your foot on the floor, you can feel a little lump. That being said, you can't notice it any other time. Most likely just a defect, but no major problem at all.


2008-09-16 19:10:38 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Anonymous from Boston, MA
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars

No comparison to the Brooks (old style) I bought these boots to replace my old Ugg Brooks boots that are finally wearing out after nearly constant wear over the past 4 winters. These boots are nothing like the Brooks that they replaced! The sheepskin on the shaft is very thin and feels flimsy. The foot is not lined in sheepskin at all - the only sheepskin in the foot part is the removable insoles. Nothing on the toes, sides/tops of the feet, just plain leather. They also pinched my feet, even though I ordered the same size (8) as my old boots. So I'd say they run small. They just don't feel like quality and definitely are not warm enough for a Massachusetts winter.

Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Ugg Ultra maybe? Hope they bring back the Brooks!


2008-08-31 09:04:40 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: David from California
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: No arch support

Very pleased. Wonderful shoes! Fit well and great for jogging. Thanks Zappos.


2008-08-29 10:45:52 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Anonymous from Boston MASS
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support

Great lightweight handsome sneaker - I am a shoe weenie: nothing seems to work well. Except this unassuming low-rider from New Balance. Ahh. Finally a sneaker I can wear without any fatigue. And a super great added bonus: unlike every sneaker I've ever owned, this one will not get stinky. I now own two pairs.


2008-08-12 15:05:46 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Anonymous from Helena, MT
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

...I grinned broadly when I slipped my feet into these!! I bought these very light shoes specifically for a hill climb (run up, ride chairlift down), thinking, who needs cushioning for what I'm going to do: power-walking uphill for a half hour. They are a little like canvas bags with a sole on the bottom. Yet, they have an amazing amount of cushioning for being so low to the ground. In fact, my feet felt great during the half mile or so I ran on pavement/sidewalk warming up for the hill climb. Skipping the lift and running back down the mountain, post-race, the shoes felt as good as anything I've ever worn weighing twice as much. They're the nearest thing to being barefoot that I know of. I hope they never stop making this one or something similar.


2008-07-28 07:43:41 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Anonymous from Southeast Michigan
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: No arch support

I run all trails and typically train barefoot, but I ran a marathon on an unfamiliar course this weekend and wanted the protection of a tough sole in case of sharp rocks and such. I ran 26.2 very rugged miles (including a beach, sharp, muddy inclines and some technical roots/rocks) on these, right out of the box, and they worked amazingly well. Despite training shoeless, the weight of the 790 is almost imperceptible. They also dry out very quickly, so if you happen to get them wet, they're usually dry within the next mile – weather permitting. All around, a very excellent, minimal trail shoe.

Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Vibram Five Fingers


2008-07-27 13:33:33 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Michael S from Ashland, Oregon
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support

Fabulous shoes - I bought a pair of these in April and just love them. Comfortable, durable, good looking, and amazingly light weight. My wife always shops Zappos and raves about them, so I thought I'd plan ahead and buy a new pair of the 790s through Zappos.


2008-07-08 19:56:11 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Anonymous from New York City
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Awesome Shoes - Great looking shoes, very comfortable, and seems well made. Zappos is awesome. Great customer service and super fast delivery.


2008-07-02 07:57:42 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Jeff from Seattle, WA
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Totally pleased - These are the best shoe purchase I've made in quite a few years. Love the style, very comfortable but low profile, extremely lightweight (exactly 1/2 the weight of my Adidas running shoes), breathable, and so far very durable. Considering buying another pair for when these die, in case the style discontinues!


2008-06-22 07:52:33 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Damon from Greensboro, NC
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:4 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Ordered these because I wanted lightweight, comfortable shoes for general use and light athletic activity. Very happy with them. They did seem to run about a half size small, as other reviewers had mentioned, so I ordered up a half size. I am very happy with the weight and comfort. My only cautions for others thinking of buying the shoes are that they are not terribly rugged. I imagine the sole will wear down fairly quickly. And, the arch support is a little less than I would like, but not bad by any means. Overall, a great shoe.


2008-06-17 14:02:45 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Anonymous from Portland, Oregon
Overall:2 stars   Comfort:4 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support

Fell Apart - It wasn't long until the rubber on the bottom of this shoe started coming apart from the rest of the shoe. Low quality for the price, the rest of the shoe was comfortable and fit well.


2008-06-12 07:35:47 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Anonymous from Miami
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support

Excellent choice - I bought the shoes as a present. The person was so pleased that they bought another pair in a different color. Very light and comfortable.


2008-06-09 15:08:58 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Jason from Indianapolis
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support

New Balance MR790 - Looks, style, and comfort are exactly what I expected. I walk on a cement floor for about ten hours a day. I also run. These shoes are perfect for both!! I've noticed that some people on this site recommend going a full size larger...I think a half size would be plenty.


2008-06-09 06:25:38 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Neil R from North Carolina
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Terrible - I am not happy with these shoes at all. The rubber is peeling off the sides and I will have to glue it or something because it's flapping and I have worn these maybe 10 times. I hope there's something you can do a bout this. I will send pictures if I need to.


2008-06-02 06:51:19 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Anonymous from Shreveport, Louisiana
Overall:4 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Super comfortable shoe, very slippery if the ground is wet.


2008-06-01 19:58:18 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Anonymous from Virginia
Overall:4 stars   Comfort:3 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: No arch support

Good looks, OK comfort - This is a good-looking, lightweight shoe. The weight may be a bonus for some, but for me it does not supply the support needed for 12 hour shifts. Also, it runs about a half-size too small.

Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Nike


2008-06-01 14:23:05 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Anonymous from Seattle, WA
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: No arch support

These are good!!! They got it right this time, finally a comfortable trail shoe under 9 oz, best shoes I’ve had in a while!!!


2008-06-01 07:52:34 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Anonymous from CA
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

I bought these shoes for my husband - Favorite pair of shoes, lightweight, comfortable, great shoe overall.

Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Keen


2008-05-23 05:48:44 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall:4 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Shoes look great, very comfortable. Zappos has excellent customer service and expedited my order without my asking... I returned the shoe because they run .5 size smaller, but re-ordered the larger size and can't wait to receive them. Thank you Zappos...


2008-05-01 19:44:41 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Anonymous from Sacramento
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Great Shoes - These shoes are great. Very lightweight, feels like you are running with socks on, but just enough cushion to keep the knees from jarring too much. A few reviewers said they felt small rocks through the bottom of the shoes, I really don’t think so, unless you have VERY sensitive feet. The cushion is adequate. Also, these shoes definitely feel a half size smaller. All other shoes I wear 11.5 and these are definitely 12.


2008-04-27 05:43:54 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Josh from Florida
Overall:4 stars   Comfort:3 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Good shoe - Light and comfortable off-road. My trail has some areas of asphalt/concrete. On these areas, the shoe is a little hard on the feet. Overall a good shoe for running.

Other shoes recommended by reviewer: 810


2008-04-08 09:43:05 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Tikijoe from Chicago, Illinois
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support

NEW New Balance - Great shoe! New modern construction & equipped for alter rain w/o the bulkiness of past attempts. Breathable, locking-bubble type laces & hardened ball of foot exterior makes this shoe my favorite!


2008-04-05 15:32:18 New Balance MR790
Reviewer: Anonymous from Denver, CO
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Great shoes - These shoes are awesome - lightweight, comfortable, supportive, good-looking. These are great running shoes, especially being featherweight, but they're all-purpose. I've used them for running, walking, racquetball, biking, and they're always comfortable. I also never thought it was possible for athletic shoes to be “stylish”, but these are. Low-profile enough to wear with jeans and look great, so you can wear them as casual shoes, too. Good if you have to be on your feet all day or walk a lot. I highly recommend. Get a half-size up though.

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