New Balance Kids 993 (Infant/Toddler) SKU: #7451273
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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.)- Active children need shoes that support their lifestyle - and their feet.
- Split suede and mesh upper offers a fusion of updated design and support.
- Smooth textile lining feels fantastic on the feet.
- Large hook-and-loop closure provides an easy on/off.
- C-CAP® molded EVA midsole provides cushioning and flexibility.
- Abzorb® technology features top of the line foam material with excellent cushioning and compression set properties.
- Durable rubber outsole provides flexibility and traction.
- Weight: 4 oz
- Product measurements were taken using size 3 Infant. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
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New Balance Kids 993 (Infant/Toddler) Reviews
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1 person found this review helpful
January 14, 2009
More velcro, please! My son has x-wide feet so we are usually limited to NB and Stride Rite. We bought these this summer and they were comfy, but the problem is that the velcro does not extend all the way across the top of the foot, like most hook-and-loop shoes. Instead, there is only velcro under the "N" emblem. Disappointing, because if I didn't velcro it right over the "N" or if my son put his own shoes on, they would come unclasped and fall off. I would not buy these again, but at least they fit my son's fat feet!
Brands I'd also recommend: Stride Rite
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February 1, 2009
Lori
Cute concept, Bad execution. They seem true to size, but the big toe hole was humongous. I couldn't even walk around in the house with them without clinching my foot to keep it from falling out. The mid strap seemed to fit well, but my toe and the rest of my foot didn't know what to do. Really expensive for just a so-so looking sandal and NOT comfy.
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February 12, 2009
from Dallas, Texas
Returned original order for a Wide. Definitely needs to fit properly in the width due to the design of the velcro closure. He loves these, and they definitely make him run faster, and jump higher!
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1 person found this review helpful
March 18, 2009
Mary
from Chicago, IL
Super Cute Toddler Shoes - I love these shoes for my son! They are so cute and come in wide so they are wide enough for his feet. They seem very comfortable for him.
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March 27, 2009
from Manhattan Beach, California
Perfect - My son loves his "fast" shoes. He calls them fast because he thinks they make him run quick. I call them fast because he can put them on by himself really quickly. The shoe fits perfectly and never slips off. They are really stylish looking too.
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1 person found this review helpful
April 2, 2009
from Birmingham, AL
My son loves them. My only complaint is that my son has a little bit of a narrow foot, so I have to pull the velcro tight and the shoe doesn't give enough leeway to pull the shoe really tight, but overall we do like them.
Brands I'd also recommend: Tsukihoshi
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April 9, 2009
from Georgia
Very Cute! We love the shoes, however we first ordered a 3 and it was too small so we got a 4 and it is too big so I would like to see half sizes available.
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May 6, 2009
Pro M
from San Diego, California
"I really like them" From 5 Year Old Alex - My five year old son loves them. He says they make him run faster and jump higher. I love the color (grey) for hiding dirt. Easy off and on with the Velcro strap.
Brands I'd also recommend: Stride Rite
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May 24, 2009
Allyson B
from Tennessee
This is the best site EVER! I ordered the toddler New Balance shoes for my 3 year old son. They were too small, so I had to send them back. (Note: New Balance runs narrow and small, so order at least a 1/2 size bigger and a wide.) Wow, free shipping each way! I was able to order the correct size and send the others back at no additional charge. It was so simple to print out a return label. Also, I received the shoes within 2 days of ordering them. Thank you for providing such a great website. This is the only site I will ever use from now on!
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May 26, 2009
DM
Great shoe for my son who has extra wide feet. The only downfall as stated by another person is that the velcro is only at the ends of the N instead of the whole thing. Fortunately, the shoes still stay velcroed, but they have come undone a few times when the N wasn't totally on the velcro strip.
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July 14, 2009
Anonymous
from Arkansas
These shoes are fantastic! My son is very large for his age and very active to boot. We have already had to put them in the washing machine twice and they have held up greatly. These are the only shoes we have found that he actually LIKES to wear!
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July 21, 2009
Munschy
from san diego
CUTE shoes! I ordered these for my 21 month old. He\'s not yet ready to wear them, but they seem to be made well for toddlers since they\'re so flexible. The velcro is in a good place too.\r\n\r\nOn a different note, I can\'t believe Zappos\' free shipping and no sales tax! Not only that, but when I called to change the size of my order (before they were shipped) the salesman upgraded me to overnight shipping. I ordered them on Sat and they arrived at my doorstep by Monday! I love this website.
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July 22, 2009
Veronica V
from Texas
I love these shoes! They are super cute and they actually fit my son\'s chubby feet. I am so glad I found these. They are really easy to get on, especially since they are actually wide enough.
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August 6, 2009
Jessica L
from Long Island, NY
These are really cute. I like that they have extra wide, but even at that, it's hard to get the velcro strap to go completely over to the other side of the shoe.
Brands I'd also recommend: Converse and Stride Rite
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August 6, 2009
Anonymous
from Boulder, CO
My 2.5 year old really likes these running shoes and that he can take them on and off by himself. I like the wide velcro tab, although I wish the top flap extended down farther. When on, it only covers about 1/2 of the tab. And we also tried the wides instead thinking maybe he has wide feet, but they were much too wide. So we kept the regular width shoes and they seem to stay on okay in spite of only half of the velcro being utilized. They also don't show too much dirt, which is nice. Overall they are cute shoes that go with most of his clothes and I like that they don't have some stupid character or lights on them.
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August 14, 2009
Anonymous
from Raleigh, NC
With two little boys who love to run, play in the dirt, and have wide feet, there is no better shoe for the price. They are super comfy, clean up beautifully with a little soap and water, and they come in wide sizes. To top it all off, the velcro closure means the boys can put them on and take them off on their own, which they love. I keep ordering this same shoe in the next size up as my boys grow because we haven\'t found a better option. For all those parents of active, wide-feet children, THIS is a great shoe for you little ones!
Brands I'd also recommend: stride rite
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August 14, 2009
from Boulder, Colorado
Happy Little Feet! These are so cute! And my son just loved them instantly. He calls them his comfy shoes. They plenty of grip and tread for safer playground play.
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August 16, 2009
Taylor
from Chesapeake Beach, Maryland
Zappos is the best! This was my first time ordering from them and I was totally pleased. The shoes took less than seven days to arrive! I love my baby's shoes and I plan to order another pair once he outgrows these. New Balance is sturdy and comfy for my 13 month old who is mastering walking. Although he likes to undo the velcro fastening at times, my son's shoes stay on his feet and are a perfect fit (extra wide!). The shoe is susceptible to stains because of its light color; however, they match nearly everything and are easy to clean. These shoes are great!
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August 26, 2009
B F
from Virginia
This is the 3rd pair of these exact shows we have bought my 3 year old! He has very wide feet and these sneakers seem to fit him the very best. Plus, so cute! My husband has the adult variety and my little guy has the matchy kids pair.
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October 6, 2009
Antonia
from flint, mi
The velcro issue. These shoes are very cute, comfortable, stable, easy to walk in. I ended up returning them because my own fault, I ordered the wrong size. I should have measured his foot instead of going by his previous shoe size. Zappos.com makes it very easy to do! If you have a toddler, you just measure with a ruler and then find the correct size on the size chart they provide on every page of shoes. My issue with these New Balance shoes is, like a lot of commenters here, the velcro! It's just under the "n" when it should extend the length of the flap to ensure a secure closure. This will probably only be a problem if your child has wide feet, like my boy does.
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