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Product Information:
View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)- Running shoe built for the excessive over-pronator who requires a combination of cushioning and reinforced stability.
- The MR817 is a high-mileage trainer designed for the over pronator seeking ultimate stability and smooth transition.
- ABZORB® Heel/Forefoot and Strobel Board: NB's top of the line foam material with excellent cushioning and compression set proprieties. A blend of DuPont™ Engage®, Isoprene rubber and proprietary materials provides the ultimate ride.
- Acteva™ Midsole is a superior light weight foam with exceptional durability. Made with DuPont™ Engage® 12% lighter than standard foam.
- ROLLBAR® GR midsole is a TPU media and/or lateral post with composite plate designed to minimize rearfoot movement (pronation and supination). When combined with TS2® provides the ultimate in motion control.
- PU Post made from polyurethane material for maximum motion control.
- Nlock® integrated lacing and webbing system that provides optimal fit, support and security.
- Ndurance® outsole which is a rubber compound for maximum durability in high-wear areas.
- 360 degree Reflectivity for night time safety.
- Phantom Liner™ Reduces abrasion and discomfort.
- Ortholite™ Insert for enhanced cushioning.
- 14.00 oz.
- Questions? Please call 888-927-7677 to speak to one of our Running consultants!
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- 83% "Felt true to size"
- 93% "Felt true to width"
- 83% "Excellent arch support"
Recent Customer Reviews - 20 Reviews Total
Posted: Jul 31, 2009
Reviewer: Angel N from Chicago
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This shoe is great! I had surgery on my foot long ago & always have trouble finding a comfortable shoe, not anymore. I had no need to break in the shoe to feel comfortable or taking them off after a short period of time because of pain. Wide width and fat people with flat feet friendly. I have finally found the best shoe for me!
Posted: Jul 8, 2009
Reviewer: Timothy R from Carrollton, Texas
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Most comfortable walking shoe I've ever owned. These are well worth the money for runners/walkers with flat feet! Runs about 1/2 size smaller than other New Balance shoes.
Posted: Jun 3, 2009
Reviewer: Michael Z from Orlando, FL
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My podiatrist recommended running shoes into which I would place aftermarket inserts. After "scoping out" several pairs on the New Balance website (I have a wide foot and high arch), I went to Zappos to see what might be available in the styles I selected. The NB MR817 was available at a great price, so I purchased it. They arrived ahead of schedule thanks to Zappos shipping upgrade, and when I put them on, they fit beautifully. Thanks for your promptness.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Stay with New Balance. They fit as specified!
Posted: Apr 28, 2009
Reviewer: Kurt H from Juneau Alaska
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Baltimore Oriole Shoes -
I really wanted 13 EEE but you did not have them. I'm perfectly happy with these. They are comfortable and allow room for the orthotics I put in.
Posted: Apr 10, 2009
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Great solid shoe for flat, overpronated feet -
This shoe is so good that my husband wore one pair running for a solid year and I bought him a second pair to replace them! They are heavy - but have perfect support for this foot issue.
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.
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Flat Foot who has to run!
If you are like me and have flat feet and a little overweight, then this shoe is for you. Today I did a 12 minute mile with them and my feet feel fine.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: None
Posted: Jan 24, 2009
Reviewer: Dave from Northern Idaho
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Recommended by Podiatrist -
I have had two pair of the MR817 after visiting my podiatrist to deal with plantar fasciitis and following his recommended list of shoes. The width and length is correct even with my custom orthotics added for additional support. The color leaves much to be desired but I am pleased otherwise. I do not run in these since I have been persuaded to trade cycling for running but I do use them for fitness walking and they are very comfortable. This is a relatively soft shoe so they only seem to last me about 6 months. If these were available in blue or gray, I'd give them 5 stars.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: MW926
Posted: Jul 11, 2008
Reviewer: from Las Vegas, NV
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I purchased for my husband. He is a big fan of New Balance! The sneakers are everything he hoped for. They are 4E width and this is difficult to find in other brands.
Posted: May 30, 2008
Reviewer: Kenwritez from Central valley, CA
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Awesome support, dorky look -
I'm 6'1 and +400lbs, and these shoes have given me back walking. The arch support is fantastic and the cushioning is great. No side-side swaying, nice heel-and-toe rocking. Some of the negative reviews had almost scared me away from these, but I tried them anyway and am soo glad I did! My only negative: The dork factor in these shoes is pretty high (white and ORANGE?! What am I, a creamsicle?) but the support, the comfort is unbeatable and worth looking ten times worse. I'd wear these shoes if they looked like cow flop.
Posted: May 19, 2008
Reviewer: from New Jersey
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OK not great.
Comfortable from the beginning, no break-in time needed. Would like more support inside. Can't really tighten enough to keep the heel from slipping.
Posted: Apr 17, 2008
Reviewer: from Milford, NH
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Better shoe for wider width -
This shoe is an SL-2 Last so it is wider in the toe box, not good for those with narrow feet. However if you have large wide feet like I do they fit perfectly.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: any NB SL-2 last shoe
Posted: Apr 14, 2008
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Great shoe.
For over-pronators who have discomfort when running, walking, or just standing, this shoe is great. When wearing regular shoes, I am always conscious of the discomfort of my feet and legs. With these shoes I just forget about it because there is none. This is a very comfortable, stable, and controlling shoe.
Posted: Feb 25, 2008
Reviewer: Stephen L from Naperville, Illinois
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
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The shoe comes up short on toe space. What I thought would be a comfort for my arches turned out to be a disappointment. I would not recommend these shoes.
Posted: Jan 4, 2008
Reviewer: from MD
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Ok for mild use but no good for long days -
I only use New Balance. I purchased this shoe to replace my 1221. My feet will get sore if I am on my feet for more then an hour or two. Forget about standing on hard surfaces for a long time. I am planning to replace them with the MR1223.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: New Balance MR1223
Posted: Nov 27, 2007
Reviewer: from Southern California
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Excellent shoe -
Great shoe with strong support, nice cushioning and comfortable fit.
Posted: Nov 2, 2007
Reviewer: M. B from
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New Balance MR817 is awesome -
Looks great! Strong and durable with excellent comfort. Fits like a glove. Good motion control. Makes walking and running more enjoyable.
Posted: Sep 21, 2007
Reviewer: from LA
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Excellent!
I bought these shoes for my husbands birthday...he loves them. They are so cute and they have added support. These are great shoes!!!
Posted: Aug 22, 2007
Reviewer: Wes C from Helena, Montana
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size smaller than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Not very well sized.
I have a long narrow foot, and have had good experience with New Balance being sized correctly for my odd size. This time it didn't work, and the shoe is not comfortable.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: New Balance, overall, is a good brand.
Stability Yes, Cushioning Not So Much -
While the product description promised both stability and cushioning, it's the former at the expense of the latter. This is not to say that there is no cushioning, just not as much as I'd hoped. This is probably a better shoe for the heavier (weight) casual runner (3 miles, 3 x a week) vs. the runner that's more active and in shape.
Posted: Jun 15, 2007
Reviewer: from Dayton, TN
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Great Buy -
This is a great shoe. Was very comfortable from the very first time it was on my foot.
