New Balance MW928 Reviews
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For walking shoes, I was expecting much more comfort, padding and stability. The hard RollBar in the sole makes you feel like you are going to tip forward. The side to side stability is lousy, even with the shoe laced very tightly. I usually buy the New Balance MX 623, which are very comfortable, padded and stable, but Zappos has been out of my size forever! So I needed shoes quickly and was forced to give these a try as the next best thing. I will not buy this model again. They are too expensive for what you get.
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What a big mistake it was buying these, it is not Zappos' fault, it is New Balance's. I have worn 927's for four years. They are great, as they should be for such a high price. I cannot find these now in anything but limited sizes, so I tried the 928s. My feet are killing me, these 928s are cheap shoes that are being sold for a lot more.
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April 24, 2013
Regis W
from United States
I previously bought the MW927's and they were great. After reading some other reviews that claimed these were of less quality, I reluctantly bought a pair. Couldn't tell them from the 927's and bought a second pair. These shoes look great, feel great, and have laces that don't untie. I am very happy with them and Zappos continues to be my favorite online retailer. With my wide wide feet, Zappos has saved me from difficult searching all over town.
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December 27, 2012
Charles M
from Oklahoma City, OK
This is the second pair I have purchased of this model. I'm a daily walker outside or inside a mall for 40 minutes or so. This model of shoe is great for walking.
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August 13, 2012
Tom
from Indiana
I walk every day and strive for 5mph over paved streets. The MW928 provides excellent support and comfort during these walks as well as casual walking in the neighborhood. Thus far I am very pleased with the shoe. This is my first pair of New Balance walking shoes and though they are still new, I'm a convert.
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September 23, 2012
Steve S
from Orlando, FL
I was hoping that this was just an updated version of the NB MW927, but it is a completely different model with a completely different fit. NB shoes used to be ones that the same size and width would fit from model to model, but no more!
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January 25, 2013
Bob
from Sedalia, MO
I totally agree with "Eric B" --these 928's are NOT the same shoe as the old 927's--I wore out 2 pair of the 927's walking all day long on concrete floors in a home improvement warehouse--thought they were the best shoes I'd ever worn. Went back to store to get my third pair and was happy to pay for them--but was told they had been discontinued and replaced by the "new and improved" 928's. I gladly purchased them and wore them to work only to my shock and surprise, that by lunch, my feet were killing me and they seemed to not have near the cushioning the old 927's had. Had to go home and change back into my old shoes. New Balance better get their act together or they're going to lose all their business. Now a FORMER New Balance customer.
Brands I'd also recommend: Not sure
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December 14, 2012
William C
from Albany, NY
This shoe has been badly cheapened by New Balance. It is now made in Vietnam; previous models were made in China. Sizing is all wrong. I ordered a 6E -- it is no where near that, and the overall construction seems flimsy. Disappointed in New Balance.
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December 9, 2012
Anonymous
Zappos is great, but I am loosing faith with New Balance. The 926 fit fine, but the 927 has too much space in heels, but the toe fine. In the 928 the front part is too oval shaped.
Brands I'd also recommend: I am looking too
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November 23, 2012
Anonymous
from Nj
The shoes were a disappointment because the glue that would hold the sole together was falling apart. I've never seen this happen before and I felt bad for my brother because they were a gift to him. I order from Zappos very frequently as a VIP member and I really wish I would have called and see if they would've taken them back because it was in months that it happened. It was just very poor quality or maybe I received a fluke.
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May 22, 2013
Kenn H
from Aurora, CO
The MW928 is a marked improvement over the MW 811. Excellent fit and finish. Improved stability. I took out my custom orthopedics and am better off for doing so. Zappos gives you peace of mind in making a size decision, if they're not right, by all means exchange them. This is my second pair of 928's so I knew what I was ordering. I wear narrow and buy one half in size larger (11 1/2 instead of 11) than my measured size. I like a little extra wiggle room. New Balance offers a complete selection of widths. I've found New Balance to be the best walking shoe of a number of "name" brands I tried.
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May 21, 2013
John L
from Orange County, California
I ordered these shoes based on the advice of my podiatrist, for their exceptional support, availabiity in a 4E width, room for orthotics, and use as everyday casual shoes. He was correct on all counts, and I'm very pleased with them. They've allowed me to avoid bunion surgery for a while longer.
Brands I'd also recommend: Brooks, Propet
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May 20, 2013
Anonymous
from Owosso,Mi.
Really glad I came across the Zappos web site. My shoes were same as orthopedic shoes that I purchased from my doctor. Needless to say I was very pleased as I truly like New Balance Brand. Another was the shipping time it took to get my new shoes as the shoes were at my home in no time and is one of the reasons I will order again with no hesitation at all. Thank you for your prompt service and getting my order right and timely.
Brands I'd also recommend: Nike,Sassy,Nun Bush
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May 20, 2013
Anonymous
from Rhode Island
I bought these for my husband. He has wide feet that are hard to fit. These fit out of the box. And his back readjusted (he was loath to give up an old pair that were worn down but fit).
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May 7, 2013
Anonymous
from UTAH
I have fractured bones in both feet. And wear compression socks. These shoes are the best I have purchased so far.
Brands I'd also recommend: I LIKE NEW BALANCE
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May 4, 2013
Richard R
from Clayton, North Carolina
I am a retired professional chef and have spent many years standing on my feet and have suffered with foot pain and back pain.I wear a size 15, 4E and this is the only shoe I have found that fits my foot properly. This is the third pair I have purchased in this style. I go to the gym every day and I have found this shoe makes it much easier to walk on the treadmill compared to a traditional tennis shoe. Also, there is a remarkable improvement in my back pain and I contribute this to the overall construction of this shoe. These shoes are good-looking, comfortable, light and you actually feel like you're walking on air, no kidding! I know that I highly recommend these shoes and I will continue to purchase them from Zappos.
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April 30, 2013
Anonymous
I have worn NB 620 series cross trainers for years but got tired of the heavy weight and hot weather sweating. The 928s are good looking and the mesh fabric is a great change from the leather/synthetic uppers on the cross trainers. A very solid shoe and felt great right out of the box.
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April 29, 2013
Wayne
from NE PA
These are the only shoes I can find that fits me perfectly that I can wear all year round and be thrilled to have them. I bought two pairs last Fall. The first pair bit the dust last week. They were used in rain and snow, used for snow blowing and daily walks in the woods. The upper/lower section on the inside front split and I was not able to glue them back. I am disappointed that they only lasted six months versus other shoes that I have had for many years. But, these have been the most comfortable. Thankfully, I had purchased a second pair and will be buying another from Amazon.
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April 24, 2013
Anonymous
My husband and I wish the New Balance corporation would QUIT messing around with shoes that work. We both have used the previous models of this shoe (925's through 927's). I had to quit using them on the third change. Now, my husband has to stop using them. Why can't they just leave well enough alone? AGH!
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March 11, 2013
MKEYt
from Catonsville, MD
Love these shoes. Third pair I have bought. Best price from Zappos with speedy shipping. What more can you ask for?
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March 9, 2013
Anonymous
from Florida
Exactly as specified in description. Service was fast. Couldn't ask for any more. Previously had to return and process went very smoothly with no charge. Can't ask for much more.
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February 28, 2013
Valerie S
from San Francisco
I purchased these shoes for my Dad who was having intense heel pain for a week or so. He stayed off his feet for a little while and when they started feeling better, he began to walk around more and in these shoes. The day he received them he walked all over town and to the post office. He said he doesn't have heel pain anymore and that these shoes are very comfortable. I think giving these shoes to him has made him exercise and go for walks more often. I'm very pleased with this purchase (I'm also an avid New Balance fan of the old 1011MC and 1140 for stability and over pronation).
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February 8, 2013
Anonymous
from Western Kentucky
This is a good quality shoe which has a relatively stiff sole, providing good walking stability and reducing the pressure on the ball of the foot at the end of the stride. When I took the shoe to have a custom orthotic fitted to the shoe, his comment was, "Wow, this is a high-end shoe!"
Brands I'd also recommend: Propet
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January 26, 2013
Robert j
from midlothian,va ( outside Richmond,VA )
I bought my Dad a pair of 928's recommended by his podiatrist a couple months before he passed...he never wore the shoe but after paying the high price I wasn't going to sell 'em at a yard sale for peanuts, so I wore 'em at work...and work I do...as a FedEx Express courier, I run my you know what off every day to deliver exemplary service to all our customers...these shoes have lasted me longer than any other shoe and are very comfortable! I highly recommend them! Maybe the detractors ought to try my job and then comment on this superior shoe!
Brands I'd also recommend: only Red Wing comes close in quality
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January 16, 2013
Anonymous
from Columbia, MD
This shoe is considerably narrower than the previous 927, which is considerably better for my narrow feet. I bought 5 pair to avoid the usual habit of NB to remake their shoes in different fits.
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