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New Balance MO1520 SKU #7497759(View on Zappos.com Classic)

(4 Stars) (based on 14 customer reviews)
$129.95
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  • A durable outdoor shoe featuring New Balance ABZORB® cushioning technology for a more comfortable ride.
  • STABILITY WEB® is a structured lightweight arch support that provides optimal rigidity preventing midfoot flex.
  • ABZORB offers excellent cushioning and compression set properties. A blend of DuPont™ Engage® Isoprene rubber and proprietary materials provides the ultimate ride.
  • C-CAP® midsole lightweight compression molded EVA provides cushioning and flexibility.
  • Vibram® outsole for traction and comfort.
  • N-LOCK® integrated lacing and webbing system delivers the optimal fit, support and security.
  • Split suede/mesh upper.
  • Gore-Tex® XCR® breathable waterproof technology. (Brown GT only)
  • RL-3 last.
  • 15.00 oz.
  • Product measurements were taken using size 9.5. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
  • Questions? Please call 888-927-7677 to speak to one of our Running consultants!
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Customer Feedback

Overall Rating:
  • (5 Stars) 64%
  • (4 Stars) 14%
  • (3 Stars) 14%
  • (2 Stars) 0%
  • (1 Stars) 7%
Customer Fit Survey:

Customers surveying this product said...

  • 64% "Felt a full size smaller than marked"
  • 81% "Felt narrower than marked"
  • 84% "Moderate arch support"
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Recent Customer Reviews - 14 Reviews Total

Posted: Nov 19, 2009
Reviewer: Ian from Mi
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
This shoe is great. It is wide and Gore-Tex, two things that are hard to find for some reason. The shoe is comfortable and has held up great outdoors.
Posted: Nov 18, 2009
Reviewer: from North Carolina
Overall: (1 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
These shoes are some of the most comfortable shoes I've ever owner - they fit great! However, they are NOT WATERPROOF! The first pair I bought leaked. The second pair I received when I returned the original pair also leaked! It's a shame because they are great in other respects. If you're looking for a comfortable outside activity shoe, these are for you; conversely, if you're looking for a waterproof shoe, you're wasting your money!
Posted: Nov 16, 2009
Reviewer: Peter V from Cape Cod, MA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These are the most rugged sneakers I have ever worn. I wear them to work as a tradesman. I never know what the terrain will be, to a white living room carpet. These are the best. The gortex makes them waterproof and indestructable so far. I buy another pair when and if these give out to the abuse.
Posted: Nov 13, 2009
Reviewer: David J from Placerville, Ca
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (3 Stars)
This is a good, comfortable shoe. I have a bad joint on my left big toe and these shoes minimize the stress on it. They're appropriately stiff and made for trail walking, okay for walking on pavement, but great for gravel and uneven or slippery surfaces. I've got about 200 miles on mine and they show almost no wear. I'm yet to get them soaked, but they're completely waterproof and have minimal odor. The laces also stay "locked" by the loop design. This really helps with adjusting them to fit my feet. Sizing is way off. They're a full size small and very narrow. For my feet, ordering a half-size larger in a 4E was equivalent to a normal size 3E. However, my toes were a bit cramped until the shoes broke in.
Posted: Nov 12, 2009
Reviewer: from Northwest
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
As reviewed by others the shoe is 1/2 size small so order bigger than usual. It is very comfortable with good support. The sole is stiffer than usual, which I like a lot.
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Additional Brand Information

New Balance began as a Boston-based arch support company in the early 1900s, developed into a specialized manufacturer of shoes in the 1970s, and has grown to become a leading global athletic products company. Today New Balance is a family of brands including New Balance, Dunham, PF Flyers, Aravon, Warrior and Brine.

Since the days of selling arch supports to police officers and waiters, New Balance has been a brand concerned with meeting the needs of the everyday athlete. In pursuing this goal, they developed an "Endorsed By No One" philosophy, which holds that a superior product will sell itself better than any superstar athlete ever could. Part of producing New Balance shoes and athletic clothing is manufacturing it to fit all widths and sizes, because a better fit produces better performance.

To ensure the best fitting, best performing shoes and clothes, New Balance focuses on improving their technology and production methods. A big part of that is maintaining five manufacturing facilities here in the United States where they continue to produce New Balance shoes and apparel that meet the standards they've employed for 100 years. They have also remained committed to a core set of values that include integrity, teamwork and total customer satisfaction.

Additional Customer Reviews:

Posted: Nov 7, 2009
Reviewer: from Austin, TX
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Besides being a little hot (in warmer weather) the shoes have been great so far. I've worn them 6 times now. I have narrow feet and they fit great. I've walked in the rain and wet grass and my feet have stayed perfectly dry. They are stylish and comfy.
Posted: Nov 2, 2009
Reviewer: Greg M from Bryan, OH
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I appreciate New Balance shoes for comfort, arch support and work-friendly styling. This was my first Zappos purchase and I'll likely order from then again when I have apparel needs. Thanks guys!
Posted: Sep 24, 2009
Reviewer: Jeff from charlotte
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
This shoe is solid. It does feel a bit narrow, but not too bad. Sole is rigid and plan on putting some miles on these shoes with a little weight. These shoes are also warm in the summer, but they are Gore-Tex so to be expected. I like them and hope they last for the money.
Posted: Sep 10, 2009
Reviewer: from Florida
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
So far they are great shoes. I work outside so having Gore-Tex for those wet grass mornings was a must. I bought another pair of NB, but they shrunk once they got wet, so this time I went with one size larger than I usually wear and they fit perfect. My feet stay dry and comfortable all day. Highly recommend the 1520. As always, props to Zappos. Super fast shipping and always amazing customer service.
Posted: May 27, 2009
Reviewer: Wide F from San Francisco, CA
Overall: (3 Stars) Comfort: (1 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Narrower than you'd think - For years I've found solace in NB 9.5 4e shoes, knowing they'd fit my wide dawgs when none else would. These shoes are a departure from that pattern - way narrower than any other 9.5 4e's, including my last pair - a pair of MT1110's, which use the SL-1 last. Look cool, but not as wide as earlier shoes...
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: NB MT1110
Posted: May 24, 2009
Reviewer: David " from Oregon
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These are awesome shoes! But, this particular model runs a little small. I am returning my pair, and trading for a size bigger. Even though Zappos has the greatest customer service dept. ever (they helped me a lot!) take my advice and order them a little bigger from the get go.
Posted: Apr 28, 2009
Reviewer: Happy F from Potomac Falls, Virginia
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
At last a 12.5 from New Balance - I had to stop wearing New Balance shoes because a 12 was too small and a 13 was too big. Now they have a 12.5 which is just right. After walking over forty miles in these shoes, I have no sore spots on either foot.The heel cushion does its job and then some.Thanks New Balance for making a 12.5 shoe. ZAPPOS service is tops as always.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: ZAMERLAN
Posted: Apr 20, 2009
Reviewer: from Maplewood, NJ
Overall: (3 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt a full size smaller than marked Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Sizing at least half size small. Look good, but I had to return because they were way too small despite being same size I have worn many, many NBs before. Beware.
Posted: Mar 18, 2009
Reviewer: Bruce T from CT
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great looking! The styling is unique and has just the right amount of color and it has a gortex sock. I have a high instep and the tongue was the right size.

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