Customer Reviews New Balance 608v5 Slip Resistant
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71%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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4%2Rated 2 stars out of 5
4%1Rated 1 star out of 5
Customer Fit Survey:
89%"Felt true to size"
90%"Felt true to width"
83%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
We ordered the size we wear but were a size too small. This isn't the first time we've dealt with this. Double check your shoes and sizes before you sew on the tags.
Not H,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
This is not my first time buying.I have a condition of fascitis plantar and i see how the shoes doesnt fit well and how they look at your third usage.They break lose stability of course by the material of no quality.This shoes for my kids 608 v5 black you can see the imperfections and damages everywhere.Also the no slip tecnhnology doesnt function.I think they took the good materials for the ones that sells by US made.its not fair.And i feel that is strategic of all fabricants because A ..cs equal.
Carlos,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style1Rated 1 star out of 5
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The delivery exclusions proved to be problematic for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. These shoes were ordered for an inmate currently housed by them. According to their guidelines, I used the correct sku # but failed to select the all white version. Since the shipped version had the New Balance "N" in blue, the delivery to the inmate was denied. His only option was to donate them to a nearby high school. Going back to the web site, I did indeed see an all white option. Unfortunately, the correct size is out of stock. Couple this problem with the fact that a pair of shoes were paid for but unable to be received by the intended party was a costly error.
C, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I walk over 5 miles every day. The left shoe had a high spot under the ball of my foot. Both shoes had a small rise in the area between the toes and the ball of the foot, but the left was noticeably higher to the touch and very uncomfortable to walk on. I tried to print a return label but was told to call customer service. There was a long wait, so I took the shoes to the Schaumburg, IL store. I couldn't exchange them but they printed a label and said I would get my refund when the shoes arrived at the warehouse. I seldom buy shoes on-line. This was much more hassle than if I just went to a store. I called Customer service seeing a discount on my next purchase. They refused. I have bought New Balance shoes since the 1990s and have trained for and run in four marathons wearing New Balance shoe. I'm through. I will never buy NB again.
Michael,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
The shoes were too narrow. There was nothing wider in that style. Returned for refund
JohnII,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I received the shoes without the inside Comfort Insert that is part of and belongs inside of the shoes. I called customer service and asked if I could be sent the missing Comfort Inserts to the shoes, and I was told that the only thing I can do is to go online and proceed to return the shoes. I said that I was hoping that we would be able to remedy the situation by them merely sending me the Comfort Inserts. I was put on hold, and when the rep came back she told me that her supervisor said I could go online and purchase the inserts. I asked why would I do that when it is part of shoe? (The inserts they have online, are NOT the Comfort Inserts that are a part of this shoe.) I asked if the supervisor understood the problem. The rep said yes. I said this is wrong and asked to speak to the supervisor. I was put on hold for several minutes, the line was silent. I hung up when they started streaming loud music through the telephone because I did not feel like I was going to get anywhere. I sent an email through their website; however because they do not have a direct email for subjects such as this and I had to choose a different subject, I am not confident they will respond.
You can see from the picture on the website what the inside of the shoe should look like my shoe has a ragged-edge piece of thin white fabric inside the shoe, not the pink Comfort Insert that is part of the shoe.
Unhappy C,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Planning to return for better fit. I am 8 1/2 D not sure how to order on line.
Brian,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I pouches these shoes two pair one white one black just to receive the worse made product ever. I have worn New Balance for 40 year imported shoes will be the dearth of this once well made shoe company. both shoes are the same size, yet there not. sole on one shoe is narrower then the other. I can barley walk by the end of the day. the other pair just move freely and have worn out within three month's. I just ordered shoes from a replacement company that still makes there shoe in the US. SORRY New Balance but you should be apologizing to me for sailing sucha low quality product to me.
Bl,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
There was a extra material in the soul which was irritating. Also heel slipped. Returned.
Always been happy with New Balance. Very disappointed
GM,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Bought these to replace my old NB 992's. They were size 14, but these were significantly shorter. Guess I need to go to a size 15.
Rldelong,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I've worn this model of shoe since 2014 with great satisfaction. I walk many miles and have always been impressed with the quality of the shoe, since I still, on occasion, wear the first pair I ever purchased. Last June however, I purchased my third pair and was very disappointed. By October the soles had separated from the uppers on both shoes. I bought the shoes at a New Balance Outlet Store in Las Vegas which makes me wonder if outlet stores sell "seconds", or shoes that don't pass the factory inspector, or did I just get a bad pair of shoes?
Rock H,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I have always used New Balance. This pair that I got the right foot seems loose. The left fits fine. Not sure why this is. I wear them for work so I am on my feet a lot.
Why,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I wore these at church for a half hour before my arches began to hurt...a lot. I made it through the service (and the trip home) then I put away these and will NOT wear them again again without adding arch supports. My old New Balance walking shoes are on my feet now....they cost twice as much but at least I am not IN PAIN.
RC I,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Shoes make a squeaking noise which Is driving me crazy!
Lisa,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style1Rated 1 star out of 5
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Way too tight, especially across the widest part of both feet, the ball area. I have unlaced both and my feet are being squeezed across the balls of my feet. must return!
I'd also recommend:
SKECHERS, SHOES FOR CREWS
JONATHAN, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Very disappointed in these. Not as comfortable as past shoes, and seems very cheap quality. Ran short. And incredibly, has a pointed toe! Returning. Awful
HousonHappi,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Poor SupportGreat Support
Felt too narrow.
Stephen, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
This was the third Model 608 men's sneaker I have bought. The first two were really good. The third one, which I have returned, was very disappointing. The soles were lumpy, and there was a pressure point in the right inner upper. Uncomfortable for a fellow on his feet all day at work.
Briancito,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
These are the most painful shoes I have ever worn. Tried this because I good not find 411s in my size and color. After trying to break them in, they almost feel like I have the shoes on the wrong foot.
I may need to leave the brand after decades.
Azdvm,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I just got away from these horrible New Balance 608v5 sneakers. These things are godawful - crushing my toes, terrible fit.
Like many people, my feet are slightly different sizes. No matter if I went up a half size or down a half size in these, they never, EVER fit well. One foot would always be slipping out of the shoe, while the other shoe would be crushing my other foot.
I have fallen arches which have led to wide feet. I was buying the NBs in a wide size, and they were still crushing my pinky toe. Because of my fallen arches, I use orthotics to support my arches, so I really can't comment on the arch support. But these are the worst sneakers I have ever worn. EVER!!!
The only nice thing I'll say about them is that they look good - they have the nice leather look to the uppers, the way (I think) a sneaker should.
Stay away from these!
I'd also recommend:
I just bought some Skechers, and wow, are they great: Go Walk Arch Fit - Idyllic
Jonathon, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I cannot wear this product as the toe box is too narrow having just purchased the 840 in 10.5 D width which has a rounded toe. The 608 in 10.5 D width was too narrow in the forefoot which aggravated my Posterior Tibialis Tendonopathy. I will return to the Asst Store Mgr of NB Brandywine in DE along with the defective 715 trainers. The two (2) pair he recommended were not in stock nor was their availability published.
CoJo,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I do a lot of walking and my last pair of New Balance 608 got a hole in the top mesh part so I ordered the above pair and have developed a blister on my toe. I wish I could return them as they are not comfortable but I have already worn them outside hoping they would start to feel better but they haven't.
KS,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
It's quite normal at the first try but later it's very painful on the tip of my feet
Lerenia,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I have worn these sneakers for many years. I never got a pair with defects in them like this pair. I returned them to a local store, and it remains to be seen if I will buy another pair. I lost the customer coupon I had in this sale/return, and I was unable to get it back for a future use!
K9STRONG,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
The right shoe fits good left shoe hurts my fee with in a half hour of wearing and they have to come off a waste of money
Kathy,
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