New Balance Classics W801 SKU: #118889
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View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)- Note: This shoe runs narrow. New Balance® suggests ordering one size wider than your regular athletic shoe size.
- The women's W801 from New Balance® Classics is a comfortable easy on/easy off, trail-styled recovery shoe that's great for everyday wear!
- Perforated leather upper with gore stretch fabric provides lightweight comfort and support.
- Textile lining with a cushioned, removable footbed for all-day comfort.
- C-Cap® midsole—a lightweight compression-molded EVA—provides cushioning and flexibility.
- ABZORB® in heel and forefoot provides maximum shock absorption.
- Solid rubber outsole provides long-wearing durability and great traction.
- Available in Wide Widths.
- Last: SL-1
- Shoe weighs 8.6 oz.
- Heel Height: 1 3⁄4 in
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1 person found this review helpful
December 13, 2004
T J
from Schodack, NY
Just not the same as the original - I have a pair of 801's from about a year ago that I adore. I was so excited to see the "same" shoe available in new and fresh colors! Bottom line though, this is not the same shoe at all. The new, synthetic upper is stiff and unforgiving and the style is not true to width at all. They are extremely narrow.
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April 30, 2005
Bobbi
from North Carolina
Not the Same - I thank the review from NY. I too, bought this shoe a year ago and was excited to see new colors, and then found them to be uncomfortable. Obviously not the same as the original.
Brands I'd also recommend: Nike After Party
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May 1, 2005
Julie
from Grand Rapids, MI
Really nice shoe - I really like this shoe. I thought it was a good fit and really comfortable. For me it is nice and roomy and super cute!
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1 person found this review helpful
May 19, 2005
Anonymous
from Virginia
Love New Balance - I'm in love with New Balance, the fit and comfort is just what I needed. I can wear them all day with easy comfort and the style is great.
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May 22, 2005
Angela B
from Omaha, NE
Review of pink New Balance- I really like this shoe as it is stylish and in my favorite color-pink. I like this shoe so much that I may even order another pair in blue. I wore these shoes around all day in Las Vegas for five days and they held up great. Overall, I rate these shoes as stellar. Thank you, Angela Branning
Brands I'd also recommend: The same shoe in blue
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August 28, 2005
Anonymous
from Florida
New Balance W801 - Pure comfort - This shoe is amazing. It gives support and is comfortable. The toe room is exceptional. It is one of my most favorite casual shoes.
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September 26, 2005
Suzi
from North Bethesda , Maryland
Great shoe!! This shoe is terrific!! True to size, and one of the only slip on shoes that truly stay on my feet!! I now have them in 3 colors, very comfy, and a shoe that you can wear all year. Zappos was its usual fantastic and efficient self, with fast delivery. Thankyou Zappos!!!
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September 27, 2005
Anonymous
from New York City
Great for Non Leather Customer!!! These shoes are the perfect non leather, comfortable, fairly hip looking shoe. NB should make a version of this for the winter- with a higher sole and all black. That would rock.
Brands I'd also recommend: The Green Loafer by Simple. (Hemp-no leather)
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December 8, 2005
Anonymous
from Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous work-out mule- I am not in love with the stark white sole, but otherwise, the 801s are perfect. I have them in 3 colors (the tan is beautiful), and wear them as slippers, trainers, walking shoes, and with all kinds of casual wear. My size is 10 1/2 N, but the 9 1/2 B in this shoe fits perfectly, though because they are just a bit wide for me, I wouldn't use them for jogging.
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December 21, 2005
Anonymous
from Beaufort, North Carolina
Not quite as comfortable as NB 470 - After buying a pair of New Balance 470's, I found that my hip and knee pain from arthritis had lessened. The comfort coupled with the ease of putting them on meant that I was wearing them everywhere with every outfit, regardless of the "fashion statement" I was making. I had hopes that the W801's would be as comfortable as well as being more compatible with more outfits. Alas, it is not so. They are easy to put on, but they do not provide the same whole-foot support that the 470's do. I have to wear them sparingly to avoid the hip and knee pain.
Brands I'd also recommend: New Balance 470
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January 8, 2006
Anonymous
from Charleston, SC
Just what I wanted - These New Balance W801's are just what I wanted. Something easy to slip into to walk the dog, run errands and generally give my feet time off after being in "work shoes" all day. Wish they were a little "prettier" but they are very comfortable. They are a little hot - I am not sure if I will like them in the summer...we will see. Like other New Balance shoes, I ordered 1 full size larger than my regular street shoe and they are a perfect fit.
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January 14, 2006
Anonymous
from Shelbyville, Kentucky
I love this shoe - This is one of the most comfortable shoes that I have ever owned. I have several pair and I wear them all of the time. I bought a half size bigger because I like slip-on shoes to be big.
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February 12, 2006
Anonymous
from Northwood, New Hampshire
New Balance W801's- I ordered a size 6.5 and a 7, because I wasn't sure which would fit better. I normally wear a 6.5, but lately I have been wearing a 7 in Nike running shoes. These shoes are just what I was looking for. I can slip them on and off easily. And, they are perfect for taking the dogs out on a walk. I have even worn them to work on "casual Friday's" with jeans! My only word of caution is that I think the black might show dirt more than other colors, but I just liked the black the best. The nice thing about Zappos is even though you cannot try the shoes on as you would in a store they have free, quick shipping and a lot of patience- I had to return other shoes before I found these!
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February 26, 2006
Anonymous
from Whittier, CA
Excellent shoe for us who need orthotics! Has arch support built in, but not so that it feels like a rock in your arch, and does not interfere if you need to use your own orthotics. Removable, washable insole helps with this. I have arthritis, and elastic gore means no pain from constriction. ALSO, have gotten lots of compliments on look, as well as "don't you love those shoes?" I have 4 pair in assorted color combos.
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March 5, 2006
Kelly
from Oklahoma
Awesome shoes- These are SO incredibly comfortable and versatile. I can wear them to work out and also wear them out and about. The khaki with the rainbow matches almost every casual outfit! They are true to size and width. My heel usually smooches the heel down, but with these they actually fit IN the shoe.
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March 17, 2006
Anonymous
from Virginia
New Balance shoes - These are comfy, however the appearance wasn't the greatest. I thought they looked cuter in the picture. Love them for slipping on and walking the dog.
Brands I'd also recommend: Earth Shoes !
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March 20, 2006
Anonymous
from Oregon
Great comfort ,great price! I love the tan with multi-toned elastic. I bought them for a fun, comfy summer shoe while pregnant. They fit great, like all new balances, and they have a bit of room to grow as my feet swell. I often buy athletic shoes one size larger than my normal shoe size for a truer fit and so that the ball of my feet matches the shoe break.
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